Pulley System Flashcards
1
Q
Name 4 pulley belts
A
Round
Flat
V-shape
Tooth
2
Q
Which pulley belts offer positive drive?
A
V-shape
Tooth
3
Q
What’s good about a tooth belt?
A
It’s the best belt for friction, it’s surface area increases friction which gives it positive drive
4
Q
What’s good about a V-shape belt?
A
It has a great surface area, this leads to greater friction, giving it positive drive
5
Q
What are round belts used for?
A
Used on light weight conveyor belts
6
Q
What’s bad about flat pulley belts?
A
It loses grip from the heat produced when used, so it goes shiny and loses friction, making it so the belt can slip
