Angle of Contact in Belt, Rope and Chain Drives Formulas

The angle of contact is the angle subtended by the belt on the pulley. And is denoted by θ_c. Angle of Contact is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Angle of Contact is always negative. Typically, the value of Angle of Contact is greater than 0.

Formulas to find Angle of Contact in Belt, Rope and Chain Drives

fxAngle of Contact for Cross Belt DriveGo

fxAngle of Contact for Open Belt DriveGo

List of variables in Belt, Rope and Chain Drives formulas

fx Angle Made By Belt With Vertical Axis Go

FAQ

What is the Angle of Contact?

The angle of contact is the angle subtended by the belt on the pulley. Angle of Contact is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Angle of Contact is always negative. Typically, the value of Angle of Contact is greater than 0.

Can the Angle of Contact be negative?

Yes, the Angle of Contact, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Angle of Contact?

Angle of Contact is usually measured using the Radian[rad] for Angle. Degree[rad], Minute[rad], Second[rad] are the few other units in which Angle of Contact can be measured.

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