KHK USA Launches Premium Metric Gear Rack Line

New selection of high-quality gear racks available in various materials and configurations.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:07pm

An extreme close-up photograph of the textured, pebbled surface of a metal gear rack tooth, dramatically lit to highlight the intricate engineering and metallic sheen.KHK's new premium gear racks are engineered to the highest standards, with a focus on precision, durability, and customization.Mineola Today

KHK USA Inc., the distributor of the KHK brand of metric gears, has announced the launch of its extensive line of premium metric gear racks. The gear racks are manufactured by Kohara Gear Industry Co. in Japan and are available in a wide range of sizes, materials, and configurations to suit a variety of applications requiring linear translation.

Why it matters

The introduction of KHK's new gear rack line provides industrial customers with a high-quality, customizable option for their linear motion needs. As a leading global supplier of metric gears, KHK's expansion into the gear rack market strengthens its position as a one-stop-shop for precision power transmission components.

The details

KHK's gear rack line includes sizes from Module 0.5 to Module 10, with lengths ranging from 100mm to 2000mm. The racks are available in a variety of materials, including brass, carbon steel, chromalloy steel, stainless steel, and engineering plastics. The 360 configurations include rectangular, square, and round cross-sections, with both straight and helical teeth. KHK also offers customization options such as tapped or through holes, tooth hardening, and length modifications.

  • KHK USA announced the new gear rack line on April 10, 2026.

The players

KHK USA Inc.

A wholly owned subsidiary of Kohara Gear Industry and a factory-direct, full-service distributor of KHK gears and components.

Kohara Gear Industry Co.

The Japan-based manufacturer that produces the KHK brand of metric gears, including the new line of premium gear racks.

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The takeaway

KHK's new premium metric gear rack line expands the company's product portfolio and solidifies its position as a leading supplier of high-quality power transmission components for industrial applications.