How do you make a timing belt in SolidWorks?

To create a belt/chain assembly feature:

1. Click Belt/Chain (Assembly toolbar) or Insert > Assembly Feature > Belt/Chain.
2. Specify the PropertyManager options.
3. Click . In the FeatureManager design tree, the following appear: A Belt feature. The belt length appears next to the feature.

How do you make a timing belt pulley?

How to Design a Timing Belt

1. Determine the peak torque for your drive.
2. Determine the largest pulley diameters that can be utilised, considering the space limitations and drive ratio of your system.
3. Select the belt tooth profile (contact us for advice if required).
4. Calculate the teeth in mesh (T.I.M.)

How is pulley timing measured?

To quickly calculate the Outside Diameter (O.D.) in inches of any 8mm pitch timing belt pulley divide the number of teeth on the pulley by ten (10). For example an 80 tooth pulley would have an 8” Outside Diameter (O.D.) (80 teeth / 10) or a 33 tooth pulley would have a 3.3” Outside Diameter (O.D.) (33 teeth / 10).

What is a GT2 pulley?

The GT2 series of belts and pulleys are designed specifically for linear motion. They use a rounded tooth profile that guarantees that the belt tooth fits smoothly and accurately in the pulley groove, so when you reverse the pulley direction, there is no room for the belt to move in the groove.

How do I choose a timing belt?

Specifications

1. Length, Width, and Number of Teeth – For a given pitch, a selected number of teeth will determine the belt length.
2. Pitch is the most important consideration when searching for metric pitch timing belts.
3. Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS) is the breaking strength or tension rating.

How does changing pulley size affect speed?

By changing the diameter of the pulley wheels, speed can be changed. A smaller pulley turning a larger pulley results in the larger one moving more slowly but with more shaft power.

How do I choose a pulley?

There are a few factors to consider when choosing pulleys. Pulleys are defined by material, tooth style, number of teeth, and belt width. Choosing these parameters may seem complicated, but the most important thing is that the tooth style and belt width match for both pulleys.