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From spur gears to custom gear designs
Whenever rotational motion needs to be transmitted, gear ratios achieved, or shafts connected to one another, the right gear geometry is crucial. This is precisely what Dittler GmbH specializes in.
We manufacture gears for drive technology according to drawings—as custom-made parts, in small batches, or in medium-sized production runs. In addition to classic external and internal gear teeth, our manufacturing range includes gear shafts, splined shafts, and special gear geometries.
We manufacture gears for drive technology according to drawings—as custom-made parts, in small batches, or in medium-sized production runs. In addition to classic external and internal gear teeth, our manufacturing range includes gear shafts, splined shafts, and special gear geometries.
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What type of gearing does your drive system require?
Drive designs place different demands on the geometry and design of a gear. That is why Dittler does not focus on a standardized gear program, but rather on manufacturing according to the specified design.
Depending on the component, we manufacture:
Depending on the component, we manufacture:
Depending on the geometry and requirements, other machining features of a part can also be incorporated into the manufacturing process.
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External threads or internal threads?
In classic external gear teeth, two external tooth profiles mesh with one another. The number of teeth and geometry are designed according to the intended drive configuration and specified in the technical drawing.
If, on the other hand, the design requires internal gear teeth, Dittler also manufactures components with internal gear teeth. These are used, for example, in compact gear designs.
Thus, both external and internal gear teeth are available for various drive concepts.
If, on the other hand, the design requires internal gear teeth, Dittler also manufactures components with internal gear teeth. These are used, for example, in compact gear designs.
Thus, both external and internal gear teeth are available for various drive concepts.
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Have straight and helical gears custom-manufactured
The orientation of the teeth is also determined by the specific drive application.
In straight-toothed spur gears, the teeth run parallel to the shaft axis. In helical gears, however, the tooth line is inclined relative to the axis.
Dittler manufactures both variants according to the defined gear specifications. Which design is intended for a specific drive is determined by the design and technical requirements of the assembly.
Thus, manufacturing is not detached from the drive but follows the specified parameters of the respective component.
Request a quote for custom gear sets for your plant projectIn straight-toothed spur gears, the teeth run parallel to the shaft axis. In helical gears, however, the tooth line is inclined relative to the axis.
Dittler manufactures both variants according to the defined gear specifications. Which design is intended for a specific drive is determined by the design and technical requirements of the assembly.
Thus, manufacturing is not detached from the drive but follows the specified parameters of the respective component.
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Geared Shafts and Shaft-Hub Connections
In drive technology, it’s not just traditional gears that are in demand. Geared shafts, splined shafts, and geared shaft-hub connections are also part of the manufacturing portfolio.
Among other products, Dittler manufactures notched gear hubs according to DIN 5481 as well as involute gear hubs according to DIN 5480 and DIN 5482.
This allows for the production of various profiles in accordance with the drawing and the specified standard and gear data.
If a shaft requires additional machining beyond the gear cutting, other manufacturing processes can be incorporated depending on the component.
Request NowAmong other products, Dittler manufactures notched gear hubs according to DIN 5481 as well as involute gear hubs according to DIN 5480 and DIN 5482.
This allows for the production of various profiles in accordance with the drawing and the specified standard and gear data.
If a shaft requires additional machining beyond the gear cutting, other manufacturing processes can be incorporated depending on the component.
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Variable transmission instead of conventional continuous operation
A specific drive application sometimes requires a special gear shape. This is exactly where non-circular gears, oval gears, and elliptical gears come into play.
Unlike traditional circular gears, these geometries can be used when a variable gear ratio or a deliberately non-uniform motion profile is required.
The manufacture of these specialty gears is one of Dittler’s areas of expertise. This allows for the implementation of drive concepts in which conventional gear geometries do not match the desired motion characteristics.
Unlike traditional circular gears, these geometries can be used when a variable gear ratio or a deliberately non-uniform motion profile is required.
The manufacture of these specialty gears is one of Dittler’s areas of expertise. This allows for the implementation of drive concepts in which conventional gear geometries do not match the desired motion characteristics.
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If a drive component is no longer available
A defective gear can pose a particular challenge for older machines or gearboxes: The original part is no longer manufactured, the former supplier is unknown, or technical documentation is missing.
In such cases, Dittler evaluates the possibility of remanufacturing gears and toothed drive components.
With an existing drawing, manufacturability can be assessed based on the technical data. If sufficient documentation is no longer available, an existing sample part can serve as the basis for reverse engineering, depending on the specific situation.
In this way, the possibility of remanufacturing can be evaluated for components such as gears, gear shafts, splined shafts, or other custom parts.
In such cases, Dittler evaluates the possibility of remanufacturing gears and toothed drive components.
With an existing drawing, manufacturability can be assessed based on the technical data. If sufficient documentation is no longer available, an existing sample part can serve as the basis for reverse engineering, depending on the specific situation.
In this way, the possibility of remanufacturing can be evaluated for components such as gears, gear shafts, splined shafts, or other custom parts.
More Than Just Interlocking
CNC Machining for Geared Components
Gear manufacturing is the focus—but the component often requires additional machining steps.
That is why Dittler combines gear manufacturing with CNC contract manufacturing. Services include CNC turning, CNC milling, grooving, and grinding. For milling, 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining is available.
The range of materials includes, among others, steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, castings, and engineering plastics.
This allows, for example, the basic geometry of a shaft to be produced first by turning or milling and then supplemented with the required gear teeth. Multiple machining steps can thus be combined within a coordinated manufacturing process.
That is why Dittler combines gear manufacturing with CNC contract manufacturing. Services include CNC turning, CNC milling, grooving, and grinding. For milling, 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining is available.
The range of materials includes, among others, steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, castings, and engineering plastics.
This allows, for example, the basic geometry of a shaft to be produced first by turning or milling and then supplemented with the required gear teeth. Multiple machining steps can thus be combined within a coordinated manufacturing process.
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Controlled Manufacturing for Custom Drive Components
To inspect manufactured gears and parts produced to drawings, Dittler has a separate measurement room equipped with 3-coordinate measuring technology.
The company operates in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2015. Depending on customer specifications, measurement reports and initial sample inspection reports can also be provided.
Production is geared toward individual parts, small series, and medium-sized batches. Dittler has been active in the fields of drive and machining technology since 1999.
Send a manufacturing inquiry with a drawingThe company operates in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2015. Depending on customer specifications, measurement reports and initial sample inspection reports can also be provided.
Production is geared toward individual parts, small series, and medium-sized batches. Dittler has been active in the fields of drive and machining technology since 1999.
Your component determines the manufacturing process
Your gear tooth data becomes a component
Do you need a spur gear, an internal gear, a gear shaft, or a custom gear?
If possible, please send us a technical drawing with the available specifications regarding the gearing, dimensions, material, and quantity. When reproducing an existing component, a sample part and information about the mating gear or gear stage may also be helpful.
If possible, please send us a technical drawing with the available specifications regarding the gearing, dimensions, material, and quantity. When reproducing an existing component, a sample part and information about the mating gear or gear stage may also be helpful.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gear Manufacturing for Drive Technology
Does Dittler manufacture both internal and external gears?
Yes. Our manufacturing capabilities include both externally and internally toothed components produced according to technical specifications.
What types of special gears can be manufactured?
Among other things, Dittler manufactures non-circular gears, oval gears, and elliptical gears, as well as other custom gear designs based on drawings.
Are spur gears and V-groove gears also possible?
Yes. In addition to standard gears, the range of services includes gear shafts, splined shafts, and various tooth profiles.
Can a single gear be manufactured?
Yes. Production is geared toward individual parts, small batches, and medium batch sizes.
What happens when there are no more subscriptions?
When producing a replacement part, it is possible—depending on the existing component—to determine whether a prototype can be reconstructed using reverse engineering.
Does Dittler also handle additional processing steps?
Yes. Depending on the component, gear manufacturing can be combined with CNC turning, CNC milling, slotting, or grinding.
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Custom Gear Manufacturing for Your Drive System
External or internal gear teeth, gear shafts, or custom geometries:
Dittler manufactures gear components tailored to the technical requirements of your drive design.
Additional CNC processes allow for further machining steps on the part as specified in the drawing, if required.
Dittler manufactures gear components tailored to the technical requirements of your drive design.
Additional CNC processes allow for further machining steps on the part as specified in the drawing, if required.
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