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Maximum Tension in Belt is the maximum amount of tensile force into the belt of a belt drive assembly. Check FAQs
Pmax=σbt
Pmax - Maximum Tension in Belt?σ - Tensile Stress in Belt?b - Width of Belt?t - Thickness of Belt?

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793.8Edit=1.26Edit126Edit5Edit
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Maximum Belt Tension Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Maximum Belt Tension?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Pmax=σbt
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Pmax=1.26N/mm²126mm5mm
Next Step Convert Units
Pmax=1.3E+6Pa0.126m0.005m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Pmax=1.3E+60.1260.005
LAST Step Evaluate
Pmax=793.8N

Maximum Belt Tension Formula Elements

Variables
Maximum Tension in Belt
Maximum Tension in Belt is the maximum amount of tensile force into the belt of a belt drive assembly.
Symbol: Pmax
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Tensile Stress in Belt
Tensile Stress in Belt is defined as the tensile stress generated in the belt during operation.
Symbol: σ
Measurement: PressureUnit: N/mm²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Width of Belt
Width of Belt is defined as the width of the belt which we generally use in belt drives.
Symbol: b
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Thickness of Belt
Thickness of Belt is defined as the thickness of the belt that we use in the belt drives.
Symbol: t
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Maximum Tension in Belt

​Go Maximum Belt Tension given Tension Due to Centrifugal Force
Pmax=3Tb

Other formulas in Maximum Power Conditions category

​Go Initial Tension in Belt Drive
Pi=P1+P22
​Go Belt Tension in Tight Side of Belt given Initial Tension in Belt
P1=2Pi-P2
​Go Belt Tension in Loose Side of Belt given Initial Tension in Belt
P2=2Pi-P1
​Go Optimum Velocity of Belt for Maximum Power Transmission
vo=Pi3m

How to Evaluate Maximum Belt Tension?

Maximum Belt Tension evaluator uses Maximum Tension in Belt = Tensile Stress in Belt*Width of Belt*Thickness of Belt to evaluate the Maximum Tension in Belt, The Maximum Belt Tension formula is defined as the maximum amount of tension that can be induced in the belt without failure. Maximum Tension in Belt is denoted by Pmax symbol.

How to evaluate Maximum Belt Tension using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Maximum Belt Tension, enter Tensile Stress in Belt (σ), Width of Belt (b) & Thickness of Belt (t) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Maximum Belt Tension

What is the formula to find Maximum Belt Tension?
The formula of Maximum Belt Tension is expressed as Maximum Tension in Belt = Tensile Stress in Belt*Width of Belt*Thickness of Belt. Here is an example- 793.8 = 1260000*0.126*0.005.
How to calculate Maximum Belt Tension?
With Tensile Stress in Belt (σ), Width of Belt (b) & Thickness of Belt (t) we can find Maximum Belt Tension using the formula - Maximum Tension in Belt = Tensile Stress in Belt*Width of Belt*Thickness of Belt.
What are the other ways to Calculate Maximum Tension in Belt?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Maximum Tension in Belt-
  • Maximum Tension in Belt=3*Belt Tension due to Centrifugal ForceOpenImg
Can the Maximum Belt Tension be negative?
No, the Maximum Belt Tension, measured in Force cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Maximum Belt Tension?
Maximum Belt Tension is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Maximum Belt Tension can be measured.
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