When designing a new belt drive system it is important to
ensure that adequate installation and take-up adjustment is provided to allow
the belt(s) to be both properly installed and tensioned throughout the life of
the drive. This is a commonly overlooked
consideration due largely to poor installation and maintenance practices. These practices include rolling belts on when
there is insufficient installation adjustment or lack of a preventative
maintenance schedule to ensure proper tension is maintained. Properly installing and maintaining the drive
will not only result in increased belt life and performance, but will also
increase the overall efficiency of the drive when properly tensioned. A quick reference to the charts
below will help to ensure that the minimum center distance allowances for belt
installation and take-up are achieved.
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