Rack and Pinion Calculator

Calculate linear speed, force, and pinion torque for rack and pinion systems used in linear motion.

Gear module. Common: 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4 mm.
mm
Number of teeth on the pinion.
Rotational speed of the pinion.
rpm
Force to be produced by the rack.
N

Results

Pinion Pitch Diameter-mm
Linear Speed-mm/s
Required Pinion Torque-N·m
Circular Pitch-mm
References: Shigley's — Gear Trains; KHK Gear Technical Reference