Inspection begins with agreed acceptance criteria
Inspection is planned against the approved drawing, purchase specification and technical offer. DIN, AGMA and customer-specific requirements can be evaluated, while the exact quality grade, measuring method, inspection frequency and report scope are agreed for each order.
Dimensional and material checks
Depending on the project, checks may include bore, keyway or spline dimensions, face width, outside diameter, mounting surfaces, datum runout, concentricity, surface finish, hardness and material certification.
Tooth contact, backlash and mounting
A bevel gear pair is sensitive to mounting position. Contact-pattern evaluation helps assess how the mating teeth carry load across the face, while backlash confirms operating clearance under the specified setup. A bench pattern does not remove the need for correct housing stiffness, bearing condition, lubrication and field alignment.
- Runout and datum verification
- Backlash at the defined mounting position
- Contact-pattern evaluation where applicable
- Mating-pair identification and traceability
- Reports and certificates as contractually agreed
Frequently asked questions
Can bevel gear inspection be developed from an existing sample?
A sample can support dimensional study, but the most reliable route also includes the mating member, shaft angle, mounting information, speed, torque, material or hardness information and failure history.
What information is required for quotation?
Provide a dimensioned drawing or sample, quantity, module or diametral pitch, tooth counts, pressure angle, spiral hand where applicable, ratio, material, heat treatment, accuracy requirement and expected duty.
Can one member be replaced without the mating gear or pinion?
It may be possible after inspection, but a matched-pair approach is normally preferred because tooth contact, backlash and mounting are interdependent.
How is delivery time determined?
Delivery depends on geometry, quantity, material availability, tooling, heat treatment, finishing, inspection scope and technical approval.