{"id":1089,"date":"2026-10-09T02:49:45","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T02:49:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sun-gears.net\/prototype-vs-production-sun-gears\/"},"modified":"2026-10-09T06:54:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T06:54:03","slug":"prototype-vs-production-sun-gears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sun-gears.net\/it\/prototype-vs-production-sun-gears\/","title":{"rendered":"Prototype vs. Production Sun Gears: What Changes in the RFQ"},"content":{"rendered":"
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KNOWLEDGE<\/div>\n

Prototype vs. Production Sun Gears: What Changes in the RFQ<\/h1>\n

Prototype and series sun gears should share one approved geometry, but tooling, inspection strategy and process economics can change as volume grows.<\/p>\n

Technical Guide<\/span>Sun Gear<\/span>Planetary Gear<\/span><\/div>\n
Richiedi un preventivo<\/a>Knowledge Center<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Why this topic changes the sun gear decision<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Procurement is easier when prototype versus series supply is defined in a controlled record rather than scattered through emails. Geometry, interface, process, duty, acceptance and quantity should be distinguishable.<\/p>\n

Prototype and repeat production can use different tooling or sampling strategies while keeping the same approved geometry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Practical design and replacement implications<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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State which documents are required with shipment and whether a first-article or pilot approval is needed. Add destination and Incoterm so the commercial scope is clear.<\/p>\n

For replacement sourcing, machine references support identification, but measured gear and interface data remain the production control.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What to control on the RFQ or drawing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Articolo<\/th>\nWhat to define<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Tooth system<\/td>\nTooth count, module\/DP, pressure angle, helix and profile shift\/modification when applicable.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Planetary context<\/td>\nMating planet\/ring data and planet count when available.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Center interface<\/td>\nBore, keyway, spline, hollow center or integrated shaft plus functional datums.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dovere<\/td>\nRated\/peak torque, speed, reversals\/shock, life, lubrication and environment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Processo<\/td>\nControlled material, heat treatment, finishing and coating requirements.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Acceptance<\/td>\nTooth\/runout\/dimensional inspection and required documentation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Domande frequenti<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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\nCan one loose sun gear answer every design question?<\/summary>\n

Usually not. Mating gear data and the center interface provide important cross-checks.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nShould material or tolerance be copied from a similar part?<\/summary>\n

Only when the controlled design allows it. Similar appearance is not proof of the same duty or specification.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhat is the fastest way to get a useful quote?<\/summary>\n

Send the latest drawing or measured tooth\/interface data, mating component information, duty, acceptance needs and quantity.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Richiesta di preventivo<\/div>\n

Richiedi un preventivo \/ Invia una richiesta di offerta<\/h2>\n

Send the drawing, mating gear information, center interface, duty, inspection needs and quantity. The article is selection guidance; the approved drawing controls production.<\/p>\n

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MOQ<\/strong>Flessibilit\u00e0 in base alla tipologia di prodotto e al valore totale dell'ordine.<\/span><\/div>
Campioni<\/strong>I nuovi clienti possono richiedere da 1 a 5 pezzi, a condizione che il componente e il processo siano idonei.<\/span><\/div>
Ordini misti<\/strong>\u00c8 possibile combinare diversi modelli di ingranaggi solari o componenti planetari correlati quando il valore totale dell'ordine \u00e8 pari o superiore a circa 1.500 USD.<\/span><\/div>
Piccoli ordini<\/strong>Ordini da 1 a 2 pezzi sono negoziabili, con un costo unitario generalmente superiore.<\/span><\/div>
Consegna<\/strong>Componenti standard: 10-25 giorni lavorativi. Componenti personalizzati: 20-45 giorni lavorativi. Attrezzature per progetti: 45-120 giorni lavorativi.<\/span><\/div>
termini commerciali<\/strong>I termini EXW, FOB, CIF e DAP sono generalmente supportati. FCA, CFR, CPT, CIP e DDP possono essere discussi caso per caso.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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