Sprockets

A two wheeler sprocket is wheel with metal teeth upon which a chain rides. There are two sprockets, the front one commonly known as chain wheels or chain rings and the rear one also commonly known as cogs or gears.

Types of Sprockets
There are four types of sprockets:

• Type A: These are plain plate sprockets
• Type B: These types of sprockets have hub on one side only side
• Type C: These types of sprockets have hub on both sides
• Type D: These types of sprockets have detachable hub

Materials used for making Sprockets
The materials used for making sprockets should be strong and able to withstand corrosive environments. Some of the most common materials used are:

• Brass
• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Bronze

Steel is the most used metal for manufacturing standard sprockets.

Maintenance of Sprockets

• The sprockets should be changed whenever the chain is replaced.
• To make the sprocket last longer and perform better, the chains should be lubricated regularly.