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January 1, 2016



Design Backlash The Gear Industry AGMA Ask the Expert

Premature Gear Failure

I would appreciate if you could assist with a gear failure (occurring) after just seven weeks in service, post installation. This driving gear wheel has been installed in a medium-speed engine with backlash present at four different positions; with additional backlash checked on the mating surfaces. All backlash was found within (OEM)-recommended values. Please note included photos - it seems that the crack has started at the root fillet. Any comments would be appreciated.
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This article appeared in the January/February 2016 issue.


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