Parametric Involute Bevel and Spur Gears
Source: Thingiverse by GregFrost
The Parametric Involute Bevel and Spur Gears is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by GregFrost. This OpenSCAD script provides modules for both Spur and Bevel Gears. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This OpenSCAD script provides modules for both Spur and Bevel Gears. It has some major enhancements over my original gear script It uses some of the spur gear nomenclature code from TheOtherRob with my own code for generating the involute teeth. The bevel gear is also my own work. Thanks also to elmom for some enhancements to my original gear script Enhancements include the Bevel gear module, backlash settings, parameterised number of facets for the involute curve and whole of tooth generation to avoid some of the issues the original script had when mirroring a half tooth. The STLs provided are not intended for direct use, but instead show examples of what can be done with the parametric script. Parametric Involute Spur Gears take the following parameters: number_of_teeth circular_pitch or…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Parametric Involute Bevel and Spur Gears is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by GregFrost.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by GregFrost, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
