Gear Generator 2 Beta Page

The beta is currently rolling out in waves. As of this writing, you can access it via two methods:

Plastic gears (3D printed or acrylic) wear down quickly under high torque. Use the beta's simulation to optimize for larger teeth (lower pitch/higher module) if working with weaker materials. gear generator 2 beta

While the original Gear Generator laid the groundwork, version 2 Beta introduces a range of improvements that make it a more versatile tool for modern design workflows. The beta is currently rolling out in waves

is a remarkable piece of free engineering software. It lowers the barrier to entry for custom gearing from "advanced CAD user" to "anyone with a browser." The fact that it remains open-source and ad-free while adding genuine pro-level features (profile shift, assembly simulation) is almost shocking. While the original Gear Generator laid the groundwork,

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In the original version, creating compound gear trains (where two gears share the same shaft) required manual workarounds. The Gear Generator 2 Beta introduces true . Users can now select any gear, add a secondary gear onto its exact coordinate center, and specify a unique module or tooth count for that layer. This makes designing multi-stage reduction gearboxes straightforward. 3. Support for Internal and Rack Gears

Recognizing that a generator is only as good as its compatibility, Gear Generator 2 Beta has improved its export capabilities. By providing high-fidelity SVG and DXF outputs, the tool ensures seamless integration with laser cutters, CNC machines, and 3D modeling software like Fusion 360 or SolidWorks. For the maker community, this means the path from a conceptual idea to a laser-cut acrylic gear or a 3D-printed gearbox is shorter and more reliable than ever. The Educational Impact