{"id":1308,"date":"2026-09-04T06:11:51","date_gmt":"2026-09-04T06:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/?post_type=product&p=1308"},"modified":"2026-09-04T06:34:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T06:34:33","slug":"ep-24x24x1000-helical-gear-rack-m2-din6-precision-linear-rack","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/product\/ep-24x24x1000-helical-gear-rack-m2-din6-precision-linear-rack\/","title":{"rendered":"Rak Gear Heliks EP-24x24x1000 \u2014 Rak Linear Ketepatan M2 DIN6"},"content":{"rendered":"
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PRECISION POWER TRANSMISSION<\/p>\n

Rak Gear Heliks EP-24x24x1000 \u2014 Rak Linear Ketepatan M2 DIN6<\/h2>\n

Yang EP-24x24x1000 gear rack<\/strong> is a precision-engineered helical gear rack designed for demanding linear motion applications across automation, CNC machining, robotics, and industrial positioning systems. With a module M2 specification, 150 helical teeth at a 19\u00b031\u203242\u2033 helix angle, and DIN6 GB5 precision grade, this linear gear rack<\/strong> delivers consistent, low-backlash motion in environments where accuracy and durability are non-negotiable.<\/p>\n

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M2<\/div>\n
Modul<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Z=150<\/div>\n
Bilangan Gigi<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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24\u00d724\u00d71000 mm<\/div>\n
Spesifikasi<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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HRC 48\u201352\u00b0<\/div>\n
Surface Hardness<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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DIN6 GB5<\/div>\n
Precision Grade<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Spesifikasi Teknikal<\/h2>\n

The table below consolidates the full parameter set for the EP-24x24x1000 helical rack<\/strong>. These figures are referenced against DIN standards and verified through our in-house quality inspection process before any unit leaves the production floor. Engineers sourcing a linear rack and pinion<\/strong> solution will find all critical mating dimensions \u2014 tooth module, pressure angle, and addendum coefficient \u2014 specified here to facilitate direct integration into existing gearbox rack and pinion designs.<\/p>\n

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Parameter<\/th>\nNilai<\/th>\nNote<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Model<\/td>\n552020100<\/td>\nFactory model number<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Specification (W\u00d7H\u00d7L)<\/td>\n24 \u00d7 24 \u00d7 1000 mm<\/td>\nCross-section width \u00d7 height \u00d7 length<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Module (Mudule)<\/td>\nM2<\/td>\nMetric module sizing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bilangan Gigi<\/td>\nZ = 150<\/td>\nTotal helical teeth on full rack length<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pressure Angle<\/td>\n\u03b1 = 20\u00b0<\/td>\nStandard involute pressure angle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Addendum Coefficient<\/td>\nha = 1<\/td>\nStandard full-depth tooth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tooth Profile<\/td>\nHelical Teeth<\/td>\nAngled for smooth, progressive mesh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Helix Angle (Right-hand)<\/td>\n19\u00b031\u203242\u2033<\/td>\nRight-hand helix direction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Precision Grade<\/td>\nDIN6 GB5<\/td>\nGerman\/Chinese dual-standard grading<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Surface Hardness (HRC)<\/td>\nHRC 48\u201352\u00b0<\/td>\nHigh-frequency induction hardening<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Production Process<\/td>\nFour-side grinding + tooth surface grinding<\/td>\nDual finishing for tight tolerances<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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How a Helical Gear Rack Works<\/h2>\n

The operating principle of the gear rack and pinion<\/strong> system is elegantly simple: a circular pinion with matching tooth geometry rolls along the teeth of the gear rack, converting the pinion’s rotational motion into straight-line displacement. The distance the rack travels per pinion revolution is directly determined by the gear ratio of rack and pinion<\/strong> \u2014 in this case governed by the M2 module, where one full pinion rotation advances the rack by \u03c0 \u00d7 module \u00d7 number of pinion teeth millimeters.<\/p>\n

What sets the helical variant apart from a spur gear rack<\/strong> atau straight gear rack<\/strong> is the angled tooth geometry. Rather than engaging along the full tooth face simultaneously \u2014 which generates an abrupt load spike and elevated noise \u2014 the helical rack engages progressively. Each tooth contact begins at one edge and sweeps across the tooth width as the pinion advances. This overlap distributes load across multiple teeth at any given instant, reducing per-tooth stress and enabling higher torque transmission for the same cross-sectional footprint.<\/p>\n

The 19\u00b031\u203242\u2033 helix angle on the EP-24x24x1000 is carefully chosen to balance the beneficial overlap ratio against the axial thrust forces that helical geometry introduces. This makes the helical rack and pinion<\/strong> system well-suited for precision rack and pinion linear slide<\/strong> assemblies, gantry systems, and any linear axis where low vibration and consistent positioning repeatability are essential. The surface-hardened tooth flanks at HRC 48\u201352\u00b0 retain this geometry under cyclic loading far longer than unhardened equivalents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Five Key Performance Advantages<\/h2>\n
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\u2460 DIN6 GB5 Precision Grade<\/div>\n

Manufactured and verified against DIN6 and GB5 dual standards, the EP-24x24x1000 delivers tooth-pitch accuracy that keeps positioning error to a minimum across the full 1000 mm rack length. This level of control is critical for CNC machine tools and automated positioning axes where cumulative error directly affects output quality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2461 High-Frequency Surface Hardening<\/div>\n

Tooth surfaces are hardened to HRC 48\u201352\u00b0 using induction hardening, concentrating hardness precisely at the contact zone while preserving toughness in the rack body. This treatment dramatically extends service life on high-cycle applications without introducing the brittleness of through-hardened components \u2014 a key advantage when the rack and pinion gear<\/strong> operates under variable or shock loads.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2462 Low-Noise Helical Tooth Profile<\/div>\n

The 19\u00b031\u203242\u2033 helical tooth angle provides gradual, overlapping tooth engagement that substantially reduces transmission noise and vibration versus a spur-tooth design. For factory environments requiring lower acoustic output, or precision instruments sensitive to mechanical vibration, this characteristic of the helical rack and pinion<\/strong> geometry translates into a measurable operational benefit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2463 Four-Side Ground Body + Tooth Surface Grinding<\/div>\n

Unlike rack products that apply grinding only to the tooth flank, the EP-24x24x1000 undergoes both full four-side body grinding and dedicated tooth surface grinding. This dual-finishing approach produces a rack with tightly controlled squareness on all mounting faces \u2014 critical when the linear gear rack<\/strong> needs to be bolted directly to a machined guideway or linear bearing carriage without shimming.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2464 Metric M2 Module for Wide Pinion Compatibility<\/div>\n

The M2 metric module is one of the most widely adopted specifications in industrial rack and pinion gear<\/strong> systems globally, making it straightforward to source a matching gearbox rack and pinion<\/strong> pinion or driven gear. Whether you’re integrating into an existing rack pinion gear<\/strong> drivetrain or specifying a new axis from scratch, the M2 module provides broad component availability across markets in Europe, Asia, and North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Material & Quality Standards<\/h2>\n

The EP-24x24x1000 gear rack<\/strong> is produced from high-grade carbon steel selected for its balanced combination of machinability, strength, and response to surface heat treatment. The base material provides sufficient core toughness to absorb dynamic loads and impact events without fracture, while the induction-hardened tooth surface achieves HRC 48\u201352\u00b0 to resist the abrasive wear that shortens the life of softer rack teeth in continuous-duty applications.<\/p>\n

Production follows a multi-stage manufacturing sequence: raw material is cut and rough-machined before heat treatment, then the hardened blank is finish-ground on all four body faces. Tooth surface grinding follows as a separate dedicated operation \u2014 this sequencing ensures that post-hardening distortion is fully corrected before the tooth profile geometry is finalized. The resulting rack meets DIN6 GB5 pitch-accuracy requirements, which translates to a real-world cumulative pitch error that supports high-precision positioning on both short and extended travel axes.<\/p>\n

Our manufacturing facility holds ISO 9001:2015 certification. Inspection of each production batch includes dimensional checks on tooth pitch, tooth profile form, and body squareness \u2014 giving buyers confidence that the gear rack<\/strong> they receive matches the published specification rather than a nominal target.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Senario Aplikasi<\/h2>\n

The versatility of the gear rack and pinion<\/strong> mechanism means the EP-24x24x1000 finds a home across a broad range of industrial sectors. Below are the primary areas where this linear gear rack<\/strong> is commonly specified.<\/p>\n

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CNC Machine Tools<\/div>\n

On CNC milling machines, routers, and plasma cutting tables, the rack and pinion linear slide<\/strong> drives gantry axes where travel distances exceed the practical range of ballscrews. The helical tooth profile reduces chatter at the cutter, and the ground tooth surface keeps positioning repeatability within acceptable tolerances for both roughing and finishing passes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Industrial Robotics & Automation<\/div>\n

Cartesian robot linear axes, pick-and-place gantries, and transfer systems rely on reliable linear rack and pinion<\/strong> drives to move payloads at high cycle rates. The EP-24x24x1000 provides the rigidity and surface hardness required to maintain accuracy over millions of cycles \u2014 a practical requirement in automotive and electronics assembly lines running two or three shifts continuously.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Packaging & Material Handling<\/div>\n

Conveyor diverters, sliding gates, stopper arms, and indexing tables in packaging lines use rack gear pinion<\/strong> drives for their compact profile and ability to generate high linear force from a small servo motor. The M2 module specification balances force capacity with compactness, making the EP-24x24x1000 appropriate for moderate-speed, medium-force material handling equipment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Rack and Pinion Press Applications<\/div>\n

In rack and pinion press<\/strong> configurations, where a rotating input shaft drives a vertically traveling ram through a pinion rack gear<\/strong> interface, precise tooth geometry determines press force consistency and positioning accuracy. The ground tooth profile of the EP-24x24x1000 reduces binding and ensures even force distribution throughout the press stroke.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Medical & Optical Equipment<\/div>\n

Precision positioning stages in medical imaging equipment, laboratory automation, and optical inspection systems benefit from the low noise and smooth motion characteristic of a helical rack and pinion gear<\/strong> drive. The DIN6 GB5 accuracy grade supports sub-millimeter positioning requirements that are common in life-science and semiconductor inspection instruments worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Heavy-Duty Infrastructure & Construction<\/div>\n

Stage platforms, elevator counterbalance systems, bridge dam gates, and construction hoists use heavy-duty gear rack<\/strong> drives where alternatives like hydraulic cylinders or chain drives lack the positional control or service accessibility required. The surface-hardened tooth flanks withstand the shock loading common in outdoor or structurally dynamic applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Produk Berkaitan & Keserasian Sistem<\/h2>\n

A gear rack<\/strong> rarely operates in isolation. The performance of the complete linear axis depends on choosing compatible mating components \u2014 from the drive pinion to the supporting guide system. We supply a range of complementary products that pair directly with the EP-24x24x1000, enabling a single-source procurement approach that simplifies specification and reduces supplier coordination overhead.<\/p>\n

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Rak Gear Plastik<\/div>\n

Where weight reduction, corrosion immunity, or reduced noise are priorities, our plastic gear rack<\/a> range offers a practical alternative. These racks share compatible tooth module sizing with the EP-24x24x1000, allowing designers to specify metal racks on high-load axes and polymer racks on lighter or moisture-exposed axes within the same machine \u2014 a one-supplier solution for mixed-material rack systems.<\/p>\n

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Helical Gear (Pinion)<\/div>\n

The EP-24x24x1000 helical rack is designed to mesh with a matching helical pinion gear. Our full range of Helical Gear<\/a> products covers a broad span of tooth counts and bore sizes, making it straightforward to select a pinion that delivers the required linear travel speed and torque multiplication for your rack and pinion gear<\/strong> axis. Sourcing both the rack and the helical pinion from one production facility ensures accurate tooth-geometry matching \u2014 no compatibility guesswork between suppliers.<\/p>\n

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Mengenai Pengilang<\/h2>\n

With more than a decade of hands-on experience in mechanical power transmission, our production team specializes in precision gear and drivetrain components for industrial and agricultural equipment worldwide. Our product range spans agricultural gearboxes, worm gear reducers, planetary gear drives, power take-off shafts, hydraulic cylinders, gears, chains, and motors \u2014 all manufactured under a single ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system.<\/p>\n

We design and produce a broad portfolio of industrial and agricultural gearbox assemblies in materials including ductile iron, cast iron, cast steel, precision cast steel, and cast aluminum. Our standard parts program covers gears, sprockets, worm gears, pulleys, worms, shafts, and a wide variety of non-standard mechanical components specified to customer drawings. For buyers sourcing a custom gear rack<\/strong> or a complete gearbox rack and pinion<\/strong> assembly, we offer engineering support through the specification, prototype, and production phases.<\/p>\n

Kedai Kerja<\/h3>\n
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Soalan Lazim<\/h2>\n
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\nQ1. How do I select the right gear rack module size for a CNC gantry linear axis?<\/summary>\n
The module size of a gear rack<\/strong> directly affects tooth strength and the linear travel per pinion revolution \u2014 in other words, both load capacity and speed. For a CNC gantry with moderate payload (up to roughly 150\u2013200 kg on the axis), an M2 linear gear rack<\/strong> like the EP-24x24x1000 is frequently the right starting point. To confirm fit, calculate the pinion pitch circle diameter (module \u00d7 number of pinion teeth), then multiply by \u03c0 to get linear travel per revolution. Cross-check that against your required rapid-traverse speed and servo motor rpm. For heavier gantries or wider axes, stepping up to M3 or M4 rack and pinion gear<\/strong> systems is typical. If you are specifying a helical rack and pinion<\/strong> for the first time, we recommend starting with a matched helical pinion from our range to guarantee tooth-profile compatibility.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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\nQ2. What is the difference between a helical gear rack and a straight spur gear rack in industrial automation applications?<\/summary>\n
A spur gear rack<\/strong> engages each tooth simultaneously across the full tooth width, which creates a periodic load pulse and elevated noise \u2014 noticeable as a repeating “clunk” at low speeds or a tonal hum at higher speeds. A helical rack<\/strong>, by contrast, engages progressively as the helix sweeps across the tooth face. This overlap means multiple teeth share the load at any instant, reducing per-tooth stress, dampening vibration, and lowering acoustic output. The trade-off is an axial thrust force that the machine frame and bearings need to react. For most industrial automation environments \u2014 robotics, material handling, or precision positioning \u2014 the helical profile is preferred precisely because the smoother motion profile protects both the mechanical axis and the accuracy of the process it controls. The linear rack and pinion<\/strong> combination in a servo-driven axis also benefits from the helical profile’s higher effective stiffness, which reduces the compliance error that accumulates when reversing direction.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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\nQ3. Which surface hardness grade should I specify for a gear rack used in a high-cycle packaging or conveyor system?<\/summary>\n
For packaging lines or conveyor indexing systems that run two or three shifts per day, surface hardness is one of the most important factors in determining gear rack<\/strong> service life. A tooth surface hardness of HRC 48\u201352\u00b0 \u2014 achieved through high-frequency induction hardening as on the EP-24x24x1000 \u2014 provides a good balance between wear resistance and toughness. Through-hardened components at higher HRC values can be more brittle under the shock loads that occur during product jam events. Induction hardening confines the hard layer to the contact zone, leaving the rack body at a lower hardness that can absorb energy without cracking. For outdoor or chemically aggressive environments, consider a protective coating or periodic lubrication schedule in addition to surface hardness selection \u2014 no hardness grade eliminates the need for basic maintenance on any rack gear pinion<\/strong> drive.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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\nQ4. How do engineers in European manufacturing markets typically connect multiple gear rack segments to achieve travel lengths beyond 1000 mm?<\/summary>\n
Extending a gear rack<\/strong> axis beyond a single rack length is a standard design practice in European machine building, particularly for CNC routers and woodworking machinery common in Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands. The preferred technique is butt-jointing precision-ground rack segments end-to-end, with the joint timed so the tooth pitch is maintained across the splice \u2014 sometimes called pitch-matched jointing. Both segments need to be from the same module specification (M2 in the case of the EP-24x24x1000) and ideally the same production batch to minimize tooth-pitch variation at the joint. For custom gear rack<\/strong> installations where a non-standard total length is required, alternative strategies include ordering longer raw-material blanks and cutting to length with a pitch-matched cut, or specifying a telescopic rack and pinion<\/strong> arrangement where axis compactness is critical. Our engineering team can advise on joint alignment fixtures and pitch verification methods for multi-segment linear rack and pinion<\/strong> installations.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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\nQ5. When replacing a worn gear rack on a drill press or rack and pinion press, what measurements do I need before ordering a replacement?<\/summary>\n
Replacing a drill press gear rack<\/strong> or a worn rack in a rack and pinion press<\/strong> requires a few key measurements to avoid ordering the wrong part. First, measure the rack cross-section \u2014 width and height in millimeters \u2014 to confirm the body size matches the mounting slot or channel. Next, determine the module by measuring the pitch between two adjacent teeth with calipers: pitch in millimeters divided by \u03c0 gives the module (for this product, M2 means a circular pitch of approximately 6.28 mm). Confirm the tooth profile \u2014 spur gear rack<\/strong> teeth are perpendicular to the rack axis, while helical rack<\/strong> teeth are angled. Finally, count the teeth or measure the total length to confirm quantity. Bring these four data points \u2014 cross-section, module, tooth type, and length \u2014 to any gear rack<\/strong> supplier and you will be able to source a direct replacement. If the original rack is worn beyond legible measurement, mating pinion tooth count and outer diameter can be used to back-calculate the module.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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EP-24x24x1000 M2 helical gear rack, DIN6 GB5 precision, HRC 48\u201352\u00b0 surface hardening, 150 teeth \u2014 ideal for CNC, robotics, and rack and pinion linear slide applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A gear rack is a straight, toothed bar that meshes with a pinion gear to convert rotary motion into linear motion \u2014 or vice versa. The rack and pinion gear system is one of the most mechanically efficient methods of achieving controlled linear travel, and the helical variant takes that principle further by distributing tooth engagement across an angled profile. This reduces noise, extends component life, and supports higher load ratings compared to a conventional straight gear rack or spur gear rack.<\/p>\n

The EP-24x24x1000 is manufactured to a 24 mm cross-section width and height, with a full rack length of 1000 mm. The helical tooth profile runs at a right-hand helix angle of 19\u00b031\u203242\u2033 \u2014 a geometry that provides progressive tooth contact, quieter operation, and a notably smoother force transfer than a standard spur rack. Whether you are engineering a high-cycle CNC gantry, a rack and pinion linear slide, or an automated conveyor positioning axis, this rack module is built to maintain dimensional integrity across long operating periods.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":1311,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[53,55],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-1308","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-gear-rack","product_cat-helical-gear-rack","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1308","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1311"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1308"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1308"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1308"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1308"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}