Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band Formula

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The Angle of Wrap of Band is the angle between the run-up and run-off of the belt or the band on the drum. Check FAQs
α=ln(P1P2)μb
α - Angle of Wrap of Band?P1 - Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake?P2 - Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake?μb - Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake?

Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band Example

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2.2781Edit=ln(15000Edit5260Edit)0.46Edit
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Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
α=ln(P1P2)μb
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
α=ln(15000N5260N)0.46
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
α=ln(150005260)0.46
Next Step Evaluate
α=2.27808516163607rad
LAST Step Rounding Answer
α=2.2781rad

Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band Formula Elements

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Angle of Wrap of Band
The Angle of Wrap of Band is the angle between the run-up and run-off of the belt or the band on the drum.
Symbol: α
Measurement: AngleUnit: rad
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake
Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake is the tension present in the loose side of the Band Brakes.
Symbol: P1
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake
Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake is the tension present in the loose side of the Band Brakes.
Symbol: P2
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake
Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake is the ratio defining the force that resists the motion of the in relation to the drum in contact with it.
Symbol: μb
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be between 0 to 1.
ln
The natural logarithm, also known as the logarithm to the base e, is the inverse function of the natural exponential function.
Syntax: ln(Number)

Other formulas in Band Brakes category

​Go Tension of Tight Side of Band
P1=P2eμbα
​Go Tension on Loose Side of Band
P2=P1e(μb)α
​Go Coefficient of Friction between Friction Lining and Brake Drum
μb=ln(P1P2)α
​Go Torque Absorbed by Brake
Mt=(P1-P2)r

How to Evaluate Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band?

Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band evaluator uses Angle of Wrap of Band = ln(Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake/Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake)/Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake to evaluate the Angle of Wrap of Band, The Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band formula is defined as distance, expressed in degrees, that brake band wraps around brake flange. Angle of Wrap of Band is denoted by α symbol.

How to evaluate Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band, enter Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake (P1), Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake (P2) & Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake b) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band

What is the formula to find Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band?
The formula of Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band is expressed as Angle of Wrap of Band = ln(Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake/Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake)/Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake. Here is an example- 2.278085 = ln(15000/5260)/0.46.
How to calculate Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band?
With Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake (P1), Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake (P2) & Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake b) we can find Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band using the formula - Angle of Wrap of Band = ln(Tension in Tight Side of Band Brake/Tension in Loose Side of Band Brake)/Coefficient of Friction For Band Brake. This formula also uses Natural Logarithm (ln) function(s).
Can the Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band be negative?
No, the Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band, measured in Angle cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band?
Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band is usually measured using the Radian[rad] for Angle. Degree[rad], Minute[rad], Second[rad] are the few other units in which Angle of Wrap given Tension on Loose Side of Band can be measured.
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