Exapro is your premier marketplace for high-quality used industrial machinery. We present our selection of gear shaping machines under the Metal Machine Tools category. These machines are professionally maintained, offering an excellent blend of precision, durability, and value.
Our gear shaping machines excel in producing high-precision gears with complex shapes and profiles, ensuring excellent surface finish and accurate dimensions. Ideal for industries such as automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery manufacturing, these machines are capable of handling a wide variety of gear types and sizes, making them suitable for diverse production requirements.
Every gear shaping machine goes through a stringent vetting process, ensuring quality and performance. Our machinery is cost-effective, promising significant savings compared to new equipment without compromising efficiency. Renowned brands like Fellows, Lorenz, and Gleason are part of our selection, known for their reliability and advanced technology. Prices range between €20,000 and €200,000, catering to diverse budget scales.
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Year: 2007
Max wheel Ø | 275 mm |
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Module - | 0.5 |
CNC type |
Module + | 8 |
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CNC | Yes |
Max. gear width | 58 mm |
Year: 2005
Max wheel Ø | 275 mm |
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Module - | 0.5 |
CNC type |
Module + | 8 |
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CNC | Yes |
Max. gear width | 58 mm |
Year: 2002
Max wheel Ø | 120 mm |
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Module - | 0.05 |
CNC type | SINUMERIK 840 D |
Module + | 3 |
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CNC | Yes |
Max. spindle speed | 3000 rpm |
Year: 2002
Max wheel Ø | 120 mm |
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Module - | 0.05 |
CNC type | SINUMERIK 840 D |
Module + | 3 |
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CNC | Yes |
Max. spindle speed | 3000 rpm |
Year: 1999
Max wheel Ø | 80 mm |
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Module - | |
CNC type | SIEMENS 840 C |
Module + | 5 |
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CNC | Yes |
Max. gear width | 22 mm |
Year: 1989
Max wheel Ø | 750 mm |
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Module - | 0.5 |
CNC type |
Module + | 8 |
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CNC | Yes |
Max. gear width | 180 mm |
Year: 1987
Max wheel Ø | 750 mm |
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Module - | 1 |
CNC type |
Module + | 10 |
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CNC | No |
Max. gear width | 200 mm |
Year: 1978
Max wheel Ø | 5 mm |
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Module - | 1 |
CNC type |
Module + | 10 |
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CNC | No |
Max. gear width | 400 mm |
Year: 1978
Max wheel Ø | 1250 mm |
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CNC | No |
Max. spindle speed | 1.7 rpm |
Module + | 12 |
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CNC type |
Year: 1977
Max wheel Ø | 3080 mm |
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CNC | No |
Max. gear width | 1100 mm |
Module + | 30 |
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CNC type | |
Motor power | 38 kW |
Gear shaping machines are essential tools in the metalworking industry, specifically designed to cut and form gears with high precision. These machines use a reciprocating cutting tool called a shaper cutter to create the gear teeth by progressively removing material from the workpiece. Gear shaping is particularly useful for internal gears, external gears, and complex gear profiles that are challenging to produce using other methods. They are crucial in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, heavy machinery, and robotics.
Gear shaping machines come in several configurations, each suited to specific gear production requirements:
Horizontal Gear Shaping Machines: These machines feature a horizontal spindle orientation, making them suitable for producing a wide range of gear types, including spur, helical, and spline gears.
Vertical Gear Shaping Machines: With a vertical spindle orientation, these machines are ideal for larger and heavier workpieces, such as large-diameter gears and gear rings. They offer better stability and ease of handling for such components.
CNC Gear Shaping Machines: Equipped with computer numerical control (CNC) systems, these machines provide high precision, automation, and flexibility. CNC gear shapers can produce complex gear geometries and are suitable for high-precision applications.
Universal Gear Shaping Machines: These versatile machines can handle both horizontal and vertical gear shaping tasks, providing maximum flexibility for various gear types and sizes.
When selecting a gear shaping machine, several key features and specifications should be considered to ensure it meets production needs:
CNC Control System: Modern gear shaping machines often feature CNC controls for enhanced precision and automation, allowing for complex gear profiles and high repeatability.
Workpiece Capacity: The maximum diameter, height, and weight of the workpiece the machine can handle. This is crucial for ensuring the machine can accommodate the intended gear sizes.
Stroke Length: The maximum length of the reciprocating motion of the shaper cutter. Longer strokes are necessary for larger gears.
Cutting Speed and Feed Rates: Adjustable speeds and feeds allow for optimal cutting conditions for different materials and gear types.
Tooling System: The type and quality of the shaper cutters and their quick-change capabilities, which can significantly impact productivity.
Machine Rigidity and Construction: The structural stability and build quality of the machine, which affect the precision and stability during the shaping process.
Investing in high-quality gear shaping machines offers numerous benefits:
Precision and Accuracy: Ensures gears meet exact specifications, which is critical for high-performance applications.
Flexibility: Capable of producing a wide range of gear types, including internal gears, which are difficult to produce with other methods.
Cost-Effectiveness: Generally more economical for producing smaller batches of gears compared to other gear cutting methods like gear hobbing.
Versatility: Can handle various gear sizes and profiles, making them suitable for diverse industrial applications.
Enhanced Surface Finish: Provides high-quality surface finishes, reducing the need for additional finishing processes.
To select the right gear shaping machine for your needs, consider the following factors:
Production Volume: Determine the volume of gears to be produced to choose a machine with suitable capacity and efficiency.
Gear Types and Sizes: Ensure the machine can handle the specific types and sizes of gears you need to produce.
Precision Requirements: Match the machine’s precision capabilities with your quality standards.
Budget: Balance the initial investment with long-term operational costs, including maintenance and consumables.
Service and Support: Consider the availability of technical support and maintenance services for the machine.
Training: Assess the need for operator training to effectively use the machine’s advanced features.
Several reputable brands manufacture gear shaping machines known for their reliability and performance. Here are a few notable ones:
Gleason: A leading manufacturer of gear shaping machines, Gleason offers a range of models for different applications. Prices typically range from $200,000 to over $1 million, depending on the model and specifications.
Liebherr: Known for high-precision gear shaping machines, Liebherr provides solutions for various industrial applications. Pricing generally ranges from $250,000 to $1.5 million.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI): MHI produces robust and reliable gear shaping machines, suitable for various gear types and sizes. Prices for MHI machines typically range from $300,000 to $1.2 million.
Starrag-Heckert: Specializes in advanced gear shaping machines with high precision and automation capabilities. Pricing generally falls between $350,000 and $1.4 million.
Lorenz: Renowned for their high-quality gear shaping machines, Lorenz offers a range of models suitable for different production needs. Prices typically range from $250,000 to over $1.3 million.
Gear shaping machines are essential tools for producing high-precision gears required in various industrial applications. With different types such as horizontal, vertical, CNC, and universal gear shaping machines, selecting the right model depends on specific production needs and gear types. Key factors to consider include CNC control systems, workpiece capacity, stroke length, cutting speed, tooling system, and machine rigidity. Leading brands like Gleason, Liebherr, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Starrag-Heckert, and Lorenz offer a range of high-quality gear shaping machines to suit different applications and budgets. By carefully evaluating production volume, gear types, precision requirements, and budget, businesses can ensure they invest in the right gear shaping machine to enhance their manufacturing capabilities and ensure consistent, high-quality gear production.