Gear Box

The gear box contains a number of gears in different sizes. In the process of gear switching, different pairs of gearwheels lock together. A large and small wheel lock together in the lowest or slowest gear. Similar size wheels lock together in the highest or fastest gear.

The gearbox is the component that makes the actual ratio between the engine and the driving wheels. It is also referred to as transmission gear.

Types of Gear Box
In a general manner, the gear box can be of three types, they are:

• Horizontally Split: It has a seam on the horizontal plane.
• Vertically Split: It has a seam on the vertical plane.
• Cassette Type: The gears are loaded in from one side.

Characteristics of Gear Box

• The gears are constantly meshed with one another and they are always spinning.

Uses of Gear Box

• It controls gear and shaft alignment.
• It controls the engine RPM.
• It protects the gears and lubricants from water, dust and other environmental contaminants.