Understanding the importance of timing belt pitch will help you stay focused and know what to look for in quality replacement parts. You might find it easy to locate the right size timing belt, but without the right pitch, it’s not going to work.
Timing Belt Pitch and Gear Workings
Laboratory and industrial equipment designed and built with the need for timing belts are pitch-specific. The gears installed require the right distance of the tooth on the belt to assist in movement. The distance is called the pitch and is individual for all types of equipment. Your source of replacement timing belts must be aware of the engineered design of the equipment and the pitch needed to work properly. Being slightly off will compromise your equipment operation.
Pitch and Profile Establish the Exact Fit
Beyond the timing belt pitch is the profile of the tooth. The profile or shape of the tooth will also help determine whether it fits the gear and helps get and keep the gear in motion. Much like a human fingerprint, the pitch and profile of your timing belt can be individual and hard to locate. Choose your source of timing belts based on their engineering knowledge of design and structure.
How the Wrong Pitch and Profile Can Render Timing Belts Useless
The gear on your equipment is designed to be receptive to the pitch and profile of the right timing belt. It’s the design that allows the belt to grip the gear and set it in motion. One small variance in either the shape or distance of the tooth will keep your gears from turning effectively. You will have wasted the money spent on the belt.
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