The formula to calculate the Tension in Tight Side of Belt is:
\[ T_{1} = T_{2} \cdot e^{\mu_{b} \cdot \theta_{contact} \cdot \csc\left(\frac{\beta}{2}\right)} \]
Tension in tight side of belt is described as the pulling force transmitted axially by the means of a string, a cable, chain, or similar one-dimensional continuous object. Tension in slack side of belt is described as the pulling force transmitted axially by the means of a string, a cable, chain, or similar one-dimensional continuous object. Coefficient of friction b/w belt & sides of groove is the ratio defining the force that resists the motion of one body in relation to another body in contact with it. The angle of contact is the angle subtended by the belt on the pulley. Angle of groove is shown in degrees and will include all of the groove, if it is a V Groove it will be a dimension from one groove face to the other.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
\[ T_{1} = 11 \cdot e^{0.3 \cdot 0.17 \cdot \csc\left(\frac{0.52}{2}\right)} = 13.4137013528203 \]
| Tension in Slack Side of Belt (T2) | Coefficient of Friction b/w Belt & Sides of Groove (μb) | Angle of Contact (θcontact) | Angle of Groove (β) | Tension in Tight Side of Belt (T1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0.3 | 0.17 | 0.52 | 12.194273957109335 |
| 11 | 0.3 | 0.17 | 0.52 | 13.413701352820267 |
| 12 | 0.3 | 0.17 | 0.52 | 14.633128748531201 |
| 13 | 0.3 | 0.17 | 0.52 | 15.852556144242135 |
| 14 | 0.3 | 0.17 | 0.52 | 17.071983539953067 |
| 15 | 0.3 | 0.17 | 0.52 | 18.291410935664000 |