The Whirlpool W11086780 is an essential component for several stand mixers made by Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and other companies. It's a worm follower gear, a small gear-shaped device that works with another gear known as the worm gear. These gears operate together to transfer the motor's rotation into the turning of the attachment hub, which connects beaters, dough hooks, and ot... https://www.hnkparts.com/w11086780-whirlpool-gear