Mechanisms — rotary indexing

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Hirth Coupling Indexing diagram
Hirth Coupling Indexing: Ideal Pitch and Angle Calculator | FIRGELLI
Find the nearest whole-tooth index, angular pitch and target residual for an entered tooth count. Manufacturing accuracy, repeatability and torque capacity are not calculated.
Curvic Coupling Indexing diagram
Curvic Coupling Indexing Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Parts, Formula and Uses
See Curvic coupling faces separate, index and re-engage. Calculate angular tooth pitch, requested move angle and available positions without confusing pitch with accuracy.
Maltese Cross Mechanism diagram
Maltese Cross Mechanism: Exact External-Geneva Timing
Explore an external Geneva mechanism. Calculate output step, driver indexing angle and dwell time from slot count and constant driver speed.
Intermittent Gears diagram
Intermittent Gears: Angular Segment Calculator | FIRGELLI
Compare toothed and locking angle shares and check whether they total 360°. Output travel, tooth geometry and working lock dimensions are not calculated.