A worm shaft, or a worm gear as it is often referred to, is a long cylindrical type of gear that provides a surface for ball bearings to ride on.Space Saving Applications - Worm gears are also used in the manufacturing and packaging industries. They are used in packaging equipment, small machinery, and conveyors. They are ideal for these types of equipment because they have fewer gear sets which achieve high gear ratios Material: Ms(all Grade), Ss(all Grade). Bronze, And Etc