Spicer GenTech Gearing Option for Spicer Drive Axles - Manual

GenTech
™
Gearing Option
for Spicer
®
Drive Axles
When noise is not an option, choose GenTech™.
For drive axle operation that is quieter, smoother and stronger, Dana’s GenTech
gearing option delivers.
Dana’s proprietary GenTech hypoid gearing option
is available with select Spicer ® single drive axles for
noise-sensitive applications, reducing drive axle
noise as much as 12 decibels.
GenTech gearing draws from extensive Dana auto-
motive experience for best-in-class reductions in
noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). The GenTech
gearing option approaches automotive-level noise
quality while maintaining heavy-duty durability.
Quieter, superbly matched GenTech gear teeth
result from a comprehensive Dana solution that
combines advanced design technology and
state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, including:
•
multi-axis gear cutting
•
finely controlled heat-treatment
•
stringent material specifications
•
computerized testing for optimal quality control
With Dana’s GenTech
gearing option, drive axle
operation contributes far
less to overall noise levels,
creating a quieter,
more pleasant driving
experience.
Dana GenTech™
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5
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20
25
30
35
1300 1600 1900 2200 2500 2800 3100
Engine Speed (RPM)
Note: Measured with 6.17 ratio at coast in 17060 Series Dana Axle.
Up to 240% Quieter!
Standard
GenTech
Overall Primary
Gearing Difference (dB)