Jan 18, 2008 · Sheave (pronounced "shiv") is a wheel or roller with a groove along its edge for holding a belt, rope or cable. When hung between two supports and equipped with a belt, rope …

Apr 2, 2007 · The Leblond has a 3 sheave pulley and I have had zero luck in finding a 3 sheaved motor drive pulley. My plan is to use two single pulleys--not step pulleys--exactly the same- …

Apr 1, 2004 · The makers are even unclear on the distinction between pulley and sheave. I thought sheave was a vee belt wheel while a pulley was for rope and transmitted no torque.

Aug 13, 2003 · I'd advise you to pick which sheave would be cheapest to replace, buy it, and make the two match. If you use the equipment much, it would pay for itself in belts. One other …

Feb 6, 2005 · Does anyone have the "center distance" spec on a multi-groove B series pulley? The measurement of the center of the flats between two grooves. I'm trying to match a banded …

Jan 1, 2005 · In a simple one-pulley system diameter will not make one whit of difference to the work required. It will matter with respect to wear and tear on both pulley and rope, and as you …

Sep 12, 2018 · Belt on largest step on motor pulley/smallest step on driven shaft or spindle will give a much higher rpm than motor rpm. For a small metal turning lathe, an intermediate set of …

Dec 15, 2008 · The step pulley is great when doing production pieces. Because you don't need to change speeds very often. I think you get more horsepower to the "wheels" on this simpler …

Jul 25, 2013 · Whatever motor you decide to use on the fan, put an adjustable sheave pulley on the motor. Then, find the motor data plate and find out what it's full load amperage (FLA) is.

Jul 23, 2004 · If your design will accept a 3" dia motor pulley and you can tolerate slighly reduced belt life you can increase the belt tension slightly and reliably transmit 3 HP. If the drive is …