Maximum Tooth Pressure in Toothed Gearing Formulas

Maximum tooth pressure (neglecting friction at the teeth) is exerted along the common normal through the pitch point. And is denoted by F. Maximum Tooth Pressure is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Maximum Tooth Pressure is always negative.

Toothed Gearing formulas that make use of Maximum Tooth Pressure

fxNormal Force on Gear ShaftGo

fxTangential Force on Gear ShaftGo

FAQ

What is the Maximum Tooth Pressure?

Maximum tooth pressure (neglecting friction at the teeth) is exerted along the common normal through the pitch point. Maximum Tooth Pressure is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Maximum Tooth Pressure is always negative.

Can the Maximum Tooth Pressure be negative?

Yes, the Maximum Tooth Pressure, measured in Force can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Maximum Tooth Pressure?

Maximum Tooth Pressure is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Maximum Tooth Pressure can be measured.

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