Fx Copy
LaTeX Copy
Number of Links in Chain is the total count of individual links that are connected to form a chain in a geometric system. Check FAQs
Ln=2(CP)+z1+z22+(PC)(z2-z12π)2
Ln - Number of Links in Chain?C - Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys?P - Pitch of Chain?z1 - Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket?z2 - Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket?π - Archimedes' constant?

Number of Links in Chain Example

With values
With units
Only example

Here is how the Number of Links in Chain equation looks like with Values.

Here is how the Number of Links in Chain equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Number of Links in Chain equation looks like.

105.0037Edit=2(573.8Edit22Edit)+17Edit+34Edit2+(22Edit573.8Edit)(34Edit-17Edit23.1416)2
You are here -
HomeIcon Home » Category Physics » Category Mechanical » Category Design of Automobile Elements » fx Number of Links in Chain

Number of Links in Chain Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Number of Links in Chain?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Ln=2(CP)+z1+z22+(PC)(z2-z12π)2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Ln=2(573.8mm22mm)+17+342+(22mm573.8mm)(34-172π)2
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
Ln=2(573.8mm22mm)+17+342+(22mm573.8mm)(34-1723.1416)2
Next Step Convert Units
Ln=2(0.5738m0.022m)+17+342+(0.022m0.5738m)(34-1723.1416)2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Ln=2(0.57380.022)+17+342+(0.0220.5738)(34-1723.1416)2
Next Step Evaluate
Ln=105.003713386173
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Ln=105.0037

Number of Links in Chain Formula Elements

Variables
Constants
Number of Links in Chain
Number of Links in Chain is the total count of individual links that are connected to form a chain in a geometric system.
Symbol: Ln
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys
Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys is the distance between the centres of two pulleys in a chain drive system, affecting the chain's tension and motion.
Symbol: C
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Pitch of Chain
Pitch of Chain is the distance between two consecutive identical links measured along the direction of the chain's length.
Symbol: P
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket
Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket is the total count of teeth present on the driving sprocket in a chain drive system, affecting the overall gear ratio.
Symbol: z1
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket
Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket is the total count of teeth on the driven sprocket in a chain drive system, which affects the overall gear ratio.
Symbol: z2
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Archimedes' constant
Archimedes' constant is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Symbol: π
Value: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288

Other Formulas to find Number of Links in Chain

​Go Number of Links in Chain given Length of Chain
Ln=LP

Other formulas in Geometric Relationships for Chain category

​Go Pitch of chain given Pitch Circle Diameter
P=Dsin(3.035z)
​Go Number of Teeth on Sprocket given Pitch Circle Diameter
z=180asin(PD)
​Go Velocity Ratio of Chain Drives
i=N1N2
​Go Speed of Rotation of Driving Shaft given Velocity Ratio of Chain Drives
N1=iN2

How to Evaluate Number of Links in Chain?

Number of Links in Chain evaluator uses Number of Links in Chain = 2*(Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys/Pitch of Chain)+(Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket+Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket)/2+(Pitch of Chain/Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys)*((Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket-Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket)/2*pi)^2 to evaluate the Number of Links in Chain, Number of Links in Chain formula is defined as a method to determine the total number of links required in a chain drive system, considering the center distance, pitch, and other parameters, to ensure efficient power transmission and minimize wear and tear on the system. Number of Links in Chain is denoted by Ln symbol.

How to evaluate Number of Links in Chain using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Number of Links in Chain, enter Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys (C), Pitch of Chain (P), Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket (z1) & Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket (z2) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Number of Links in Chain

What is the formula to find Number of Links in Chain?
The formula of Number of Links in Chain is expressed as Number of Links in Chain = 2*(Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys/Pitch of Chain)+(Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket+Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket)/2+(Pitch of Chain/Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys)*((Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket-Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket)/2*pi)^2. Here is an example- 104.118 = 2*(0.5738/0.022)+(17+34)/2+(0.022/0.5738)*((34-17)/2*pi)^2.
How to calculate Number of Links in Chain?
With Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys (C), Pitch of Chain (P), Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket (z1) & Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket (z2) we can find Number of Links in Chain using the formula - Number of Links in Chain = 2*(Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys/Pitch of Chain)+(Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket+Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket)/2+(Pitch of Chain/Centre Distance between Chain Pulleys)*((Number of Teeth on Driven Sprocket-Number of Teeth on Driving Sprocket)/2*pi)^2. This formula also uses Archimedes' constant .
What are the other ways to Calculate Number of Links in Chain?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Number of Links in Chain-
  • Number of Links in Chain=Length of Chain/Pitch of ChainOpenImg
Copied!