Tension Relation of Flat Belt

V and Flat Belt Design and Engineering Data

Equation for flat belt tension relationship based on tension.

Equation for flat belt tension relationshipbased on tension.

Where:

P1 = Tension in Belt (tight)

P2 = Tension in Belt (loose)

f = Coefficient of friction (leather = .3, Rubber = .25)

Φ = Angle of contact