Design Basics

Limit the number of pulleys. When possible, use only two pulleys of identical diameter.

Pulley diameters should be 625 times the belt thickness.

Use the lowest possible preload tension to achieve a slip-free drive.

Employ an adjustable shaft or idler pulley to compensate for belt tension and tracking.

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