{"product_id":"lego-technic-gear-12-tooth-bevel-part-6589","title":"LEGO Technic Gear 12 Tooth Bevel (Part 6589)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Unsung Hero of Technic Building\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile larger gears handle the heavy lifting, the humble 12-tooth bevel gear is the true workhorse of the LEGO® Technic system. Its small size and beveled teeth make it incredibly versatile, but it excels at one crucial job: transferring power smoothly and efficiently around a 90-degree corner. From the inner workings of a supercar's differential to the steering system of a small go-kart, this gear is an absolutely essential component for countless mechanical functions.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCreative Uses for Compact Power\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis gear's compact design allows it to fit into tight spaces where larger gears simply won't work, making it a key part for any builder.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e     \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInside Differentials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three of these gears are hidden inside every modern \u003ca href=\"\/en-global\/collections\/technic-gear-differential-24-16-tooth-6573\"\u003eTechnic differential\u003c\/a\u003e, allowing the wheels to spin at different speeds for smooth cornering.\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Right-Angle Drives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pair of these gears to create a small, efficient gearbox that changes the direction of rotation by 90 degrees, perfect for steering systems or small actuators.\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreasing Gear Ratios:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with larger bevel gears to create compact gear reduction or acceleration systems in your custom machinery and vehicle builds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eNo Technic project is complete without a handful of these. Stock up by exploring our full \u003ca href=\"\/en-global\/collections\/collections-lego-technic-gears\"\u003eTechnic gears collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6589\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTooth Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Bevel Gear\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transfers rotational power at a 90-degree angle.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meshes perfectly with other bevel gears of any size.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch4\u003eA Little Piece of Trivia\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 12-tooth bevel gear (part 6589) was introduced in 1994, making its first appearance in the legendary 8880 Super Car set. It was created as a much stronger and more durable replacement for the older, notoriously weak 14-tooth bevel gear (part 6576) from 1980. Because three of these gears are used inside every Technic differential produced since 1994, the 12-tooth bevel gear is one of the most-produced and widely-used gears in LEGO history.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild stronger, more compact, and more reliable mechanisms. Add this essential bevel gear to your collection today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLEGO® parts are intended for builders aged 4 and up. They may pose a choking hazard for children under 3 years old.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LEGO","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":52135004143949,"sku":"lego6589blacknew","price":20.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Light Bluish Gray","offer_id":52135004176717,"sku":"lego6589lbgnew","price":5.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red","offer_id":52135004209485,"sku":"lego6589rednew","price":1.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tan","offer_id":52135004242253,"sku":"lego6589tannew","price":0.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":52135004275021,"sku":"lego6589whitenew","price":10.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":52135004307789,"sku":"lego6589yellownew","price":8.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0856\/6715\/2205\/files\/58a9dd7a-5f6d-4d4b-9cc6-37b2426c692f.jpg?v=1753321843","url":"https:\/\/www.choose-a-brick.com\/en-global\/products\/lego-technic-gear-12-tooth-bevel-part-6589","provider":"www.choose-a-brick.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}