Types of Gears | Rexnord
Functions of a Gearbox A gearbox, also known as a gear drive, has three main functions: to increase torque from the driving equipment (motor) to the driven equipment, to reduce the speed generated by the motor, and/or to change the direction of the rotating shafts.The connection of this equipment to the gearbox can be accomplished using couplings, belts, chains, or hollow shaft connections.