We regularly discuss with clients which type of timing belt best suits a specific application. This is no easy task due to the wide range of sizes and different tooth shapes. For various gearbox series, such as the PL series – can Apex Dynamics now supplies the required timing belt pulleyTiming belts are supposedly getting closer, so we think it's time to list all the possibilities. In this article, we'll discuss the features and applications of each common type of timing belt. Apex Dynamics has already done the research for you—now that's a faster way to run!
Timing belts are available in two sizes: metric (millimeters) and imperial (inches). The tooth shape, the inner teeth of the belt that lie on the outer teeth of the pulley, is the second important factor. The most commonly used shapes are trapezoidal and round. The different types of tooth shapes make them particularly complex. Therefore, we will discuss the tooth shapes for each size and the different types for each tooth shape. To further clarify this, we will also list some common applications for each tooth shape.
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