Internal and External Gear Pump: The Hidden Technology That Powers Modern Motion
When you watch a machine lift a heavy load or move with quiet precision, it is easy to focus on the visible parts—arms, cylinders, and motors. But deep inside that system, something far more subtle is at work. The internal and external gear pump is what quietly moves fluid through the system, turning mechanical rotation into controlled hydraulic power. You might think of pumps as simple devices that just push oil. In reality, gear pump design plays a huge role in how smooth, efficient, and reliable a hydraulic system becomes. Understanding Internal and External Gear Pump Designs An internal and external gear pump refers to two different ways of moving hydraulic fluid using rotating gears. An external gear pump uses two identical gears that mesh together, trapping fluid between the teeth and the pump housing. This design is strong, simple, and widely used in applications where high flow is needed. A hydraulic internal gear pump, on the other hand, uses one gear rotating inside another....