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lead screw

How to wrap Lead screw threading around a disc to make a gear.
I am trying to make a gear that will mesh with a lead screw, and struggling with how to wrap it around a surface so that it curves around the screw to make the meshing stronger. I modeled the lead screw to the pitch I have, then created a disc so that overlaps the edge of the screw. Split the screw with planes so its just…

How to wrap Lead screw threading around a disc to make a gear.
I am trying to make a gear that will mesh with a lead screw, and struggling with how to wrap it around a surface so that it curves around the screw to make the meshing stronger. I modeled the lead screw to the pitch I have, then created a disc so that overlaps the edge of the screw. Split the screw with planes so its just…