GLEASON 517 Hypoid Bevel Gear Tester – Year 1989

GLEASON 517 Hypoid Bevel Gear Tester – Year 1989

PRINCIPAL SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum diameter of bevel gear at 90 degree shaft angle 42″ (1067mm)
Maximum diameter of bevel pinion at 90 degree shaft angle 30″ (765mm)
Maximum offset of gear spindle above
or below pinion spindle center 6” (152mm)
Pinion spindle taper hole diameter (at large end) 6” (152.4mm)
Pinion spindle taper (per ft.) .75” (19.05mm)
Pinion spindle taper depth 3” (76.2mm)
Gear spindle taper hole diameter (at large end) 3.9” (99.21mm)
Gear spindle taper (per ft.) 0.618” (15.47mm)
Gear spindle taper depth 3” (76.2mm)
Main motor 7-1/2 HP 1800 rpm
Hydraulic motor ¾ HP 1800 rpm
Machine overall length 80” (2030mm)
Machine overall width 73” (1900mm)
Machine overall height 72” (1829mm)
Approx net weight 10,000 Lbs. (4,536kGs)

Model No. 517 GLEASON Hypoid Bevel Gear Tester
Serial No. 162701 (New in 1989)

Suitable for testing the running qualities of bevel and hypoid gears
up to 42” (1067mm) diameter, operating at a 90-degree shaft angle

EQUIPMENT / FEATURES:
hydraulic chucking arrangement for both
gear and pinion work-heads (less draw-in bar and nuts)
optional drive-head spindle bore
(6” dia. x .75″ taper per ft. x 3″ long)
power movement of drive head ( in / out )
optional brake-head spindle bore
(3-29/32″dia. x 39/64″ taper per ft., x 3″ long)
gear and pinon spindles with special anti-fiction,
vibration free bearings
automatic backlash control for preset backlash
sine bar set-up arrangement
imperial graduated scales & dials
manual, hand operated brake to simulate load
optional ammeter for checking brake load
optional two-speed motor and control for drive spindle
speeds of 600 and 1200 rpm.
full electrics (motors/controls)
(configured for 480 volt 50/60 cycle operation)

Want to see machine photos and full commercial details?

View Full Machine Details

Latest Guest Posts

Avoid Costly Mistakes: Professional Tips for Purchasing a Pre-Owned, Surplus, Second-Hand, Used HARDINGE-BRIDGEPORT V-1000 CNC Vertical Machining Center made in USA Used Machines For Sale
12/04/2026 • 3 min read

Avoid Costly Mistakes: Professional Tips for Purchasing a Pre-Owned, Surplus, Second-Hand, Used HARDINGE-BRIDGEPORT V-1000 CNC Vertical Machining Center made in USA

Professional Buyer Guide – Avoid Costly Mistakes Machine Overview & Technical Specifications The Hardinge Bridgeport V-1000 is a high-performance vertical…

Read Guest Post →
What Should I Pay Attention To When Buying a Second-Hand, Pre-Owned, Surplus, Used Anayak Anak Matic-7 CNC Vertical Machining made in Spain? Used Machines For Sale
08/04/2026 • 3 min read

What Should I Pay Attention To When Buying a Second-Hand, Pre-Owned, Surplus, Used Anayak Anak Matic-7 CNC Vertical Machining made in Spain?

When evaluating a second-hand Anayak Anak Matic-7 CNC Vertical Machining Center (Spain), you should approach the purchase from both a…

Read Guest Post →
What Industry Experts Recommend Before Purchasing a Pre-Owned, Second-Hand, Surplus, Used INDEX MS 42C CNC MultiSpindle Lathe 6 Spindles  made in Germany? Buying Guide
03/04/2026 • 3 min read

What Industry Experts Recommend Before Purchasing a Pre-Owned, Second-Hand, Surplus, Used INDEX MS 42C CNC MultiSpindle Lathe 6 Spindles  made in Germany?

The INDEX MS 42C is a German-engineered CNC multi-spindle automatic lathe designed for high-volume, precision turned parts production. It is…

Read Guest Post →