Tension V.belt
Tension V.belt
Tension V.belt
Where:
t = span length, in inches
C = center distance, in inches
D = large sheave pitch diameter, in inches
d = small sheave pitch diameter, in inches
Step 2. Calculate the deflection distance by: t/64 = deflection. Note that the deflection
distance is always 1/64” per inch of span length (for example, a 32” span length would
require a deflection of 32/64 or 1/2 inch).
Step 3. Calculate the static strand tension (Ts) per belt by the following formula:
Design HP x K
Ts = + Tc
QxS
STEP 6
During the first 24 hours of operation, it is advisable to repeat the
procedure in Step 5 at least once.
• Keep the drive free of foreign material which might cause
slippage or damage to the belt and sheave surfaces.
• Never apply belt dressing as this will damage the belt and
cause early failure.
• Excessive tension can be even more detrimental than too
little tension not only on the belts but also the bearings
and shafts.
• Indicators of excessive tensioning may be repeated belt
breakage, excessive vibration, overheated bearings,
whipping or bent shafts