V and Flat Belt Design and Engineering Data

Equation for V Belt Tension Relation

Where:

P₁ = Tension in Belt (tight)

P₂ = Tension in Belt (loose)

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

= Angle of contact

= 1/2 Groove angle

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