Machine Comparison
Gleason Genesis 200GX vs Reishauer RZ 160
Gleason vs Reishauer · CNC Gear Cutting
Summary
The Gleason Genesis 200GX and the Reishauer RZ 160 are both gear grinding machines for small gears. The makers publish few comparable figures for this pair: the table has one row, the control, with a Gleason CNC (Siemens-based) on the Gleason Genesis 200GX and Siemens SINUMERIK ONE on the Reishauer RZ 160. That row names no winner.
The listings separate the two by emphasis. The Gleason Genesis 200GX is listed for high-volume lines where chip-to-chip time is a large share of the cycle, for polished flanks from the same wheel as roughing, and for closed-loop inspection feedback. The Reishauer RZ 160 is listed for small gears in fine to medium pitches, geared shafts and light workpieces.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Gleason Genesis 200GX | Reishauer RZ 160 |
|---|---|---|
| Control | Gleason CNC (Siemens-based) | Siemens SINUMERIK ONE |
Advantages
Gleason Genesis 200GX
- Listed for polished flanks from the same wheel as roughing
- Listed for production cells with closed-loop inspection feedback
Reishauer RZ 160
- Listed for geared shafts as well as small gears
- Aimed at fine to medium pitches and light workpieces
Verdict
The table cannot separate these two, since both run Siemens-based controls and no other figures line up. Lean toward the Gleason Genesis 200GX where a polished flank from the roughing wheel and closed-loop inspection feedback are part of the process. Lean toward the Reishauer RZ 160 for small gears and geared shafts in fine to medium pitches on light workpieces. Settle it with each maker's diameter, module and cycle data for the gear in question.