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Helical gear efficiency

The Boston Gear "Gear Catalog" states on p. 54 (p. 62 in the PDF) that helical gears with 90 degree shafts are approximately 50% efficient. This calalog may be found at http://www.bostongear.com/pdf/catalo...rs_catalog.pdf
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