{"id":686,"date":"2026-10-08T07:37:26","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T07:37:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sun-gears.net\/rack-pinion-travel-per-revolution\/"},"modified":"2026-10-09T05:43:39","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T05:43:39","slug":"sun-gear-tooth-count-planetary-geometry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sun-gears.net\/pt\/sun-gear-tooth-count-planetary-geometry\/","title":{"rendered":"Sun Gear Tooth Count and Planetary Geometry"},"content":{"rendered":"
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KNOWLEDGE<\/div>\n

Sun Gear Tooth Count and Planetary Geometry<\/h1>\n

For a standard unshifted planetary stage, the sun, planet and ring tooth counts are linked by the center-distance relationship.<\/p>\n

Technical Guide<\/span>Planetary Gear<\/span>Solicita\u00e7\u00e3o de Cota\u00e7\u00e3o<\/span><\/div>\n
Solicite um or\u00e7amento<\/a>Veja os produtos<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\"Sun<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Basic relationship<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

For a standard system, the internal ring tooth count is related to the sun and planet counts by zc = za + 2zb. Profile-shifted designs require a more complete center-distance check.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Planet spacing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

The number of planet gears and their equal spacing also impose assembly conditions; tooth counts cannot be chosen independently.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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RFQ implication<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

Provide all three tooth counts and the number of planets when replacing a component from an existing stage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Use the drawing as the controlled record<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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A technical guide can explain which variables matter, but the final sun gear must be approved from the actual drawing and operating requirement.<\/p>\n

If a value is missing, identify it for confirmation instead of copying a dimension or material from a different supplier or gear family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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RFQ checklist<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

Send the sun gear drawing or measured tooth data, mating planet\/ring information, interface dimensions, material\/process requirements, duty, quantity and destination.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Deeper buyer guidance<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Tooth counts determine pitch diameters and influence the center-distance and assembly relationships across the entire stage.<\/p>\n

For new designs, use the complete planetary geometry and functional datums before deciding the process route. For replacement work, use photos and equipment references for context but let measured tooth and interface data control the new part.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What to control on the RFQ or drawing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Item<\/th>\nWhat to define<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Planetary mesh<\/td>\nSun, planet and ring tooth data plus planet count when known.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Center interface<\/td>\nBore, key, spline or shaft features with functional datums.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Operating duty<\/td>\nRated\/peak torque, speed, reversals\/shock, life and environment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material\/process<\/td>\nControlled material, heat treatment, finish and coating requirements.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Acceptance<\/td>\nGear\/runout\/dimensional checks and required documentation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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\nCan a visual match confirm interchangeability?<\/summary>\n

No. Similar outside dimensions can hide different pitch systems, pressure angles, profile shift or interface fits.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nShould mating gear data be included?<\/summary>\n

Yes whenever available, because planetary geometry is easier to verify as a system.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhat if a value is unknown?<\/summary>\n

Mark it as open and provide the available sample, mating component or application data rather than guessing.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Solicita\u00e7\u00e3o de Cota\u00e7\u00e3o<\/div>\n

Solicitar um or\u00e7amento \/ Enviar solicita\u00e7\u00e3o de cota\u00e7\u00e3o<\/h2>\n

Send the drawing, tooth data, mating-component information, duty and quantity. We will review the interface before quotation.<\/p>\n

Enviar solicita\u00e7\u00e3o de cota\u00e7\u00e3o<\/a><\/div>\n

MOQ<\/strong>Flex\u00edvel por tipo de produto e valor total do pedido.<\/span><\/div>
Amostras<\/strong>Novos clientes podem solicitar de 1 a 5 pe\u00e7as, quando a pe\u00e7a e o processo forem adequados.<\/span><\/div>
Pedidos mistos<\/strong>Diferentes modelos de engrenagens solares ou componentes planet\u00e1rios relacionados podem ser combinados quando o valor total do pedido for de aproximadamente USD 1.500 ou mais.<\/span><\/div>
Encomendas pequenas<\/strong>Encomendas de 1 a 2 unidades podem ser discutidas, normalmente com um custo unit\u00e1rio mais elevado.<\/span><\/div>
Entrega<\/strong>Pe\u00e7as padr\u00e3o: 10 a 25 dias \u00fateis. Componentes personalizados: 20 a 45 dias \u00fateis. Equipamentos para projetos: 45 a 120 dias \u00fateis.<\/span><\/div>
Termos comerciais<\/strong>EXW, FOB, CIF e DAP s\u00e3o geralmente aceitos. FCA, CFR, CPT, CIP e DDP podem ser discutidos caso a caso.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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