Never tried this on a link belt, but in the case of a regular V belt, an application of Lava hand soap to the belt contact faces usually gives the pulleys enough grit to take the sheen off of them and get a better grip. It might be worth a try.I used one on a table saw, 2 hp 3450 RPM for a long time. Cutting some 16/4 stuff and blade got pinched and motor kept spinning. Kinda melted about 3 or 4 inches of belt which I replaced. Worked fine after.
Good to know about.At work we don't use Link belts pretty much at all. We use mostly cogged V-belts they tend to be better over all. The linked belts can reduce the vibration on some machines, but my experience is they can get a whine to them. They tend not to last as long as conventional belts. With HVAC, that will go through the ducts and cause complaints. Just something to consider.
At work we don't use Link belts pretty much at all. We use mostly cogged V-belts they tend to be better over all. The linked belts can reduce the vibration on some machines, but my experience is they can get a whine to them. They tend not to last as long as conventional belts. With HVAC, that will go through the ducts and cause complaints. Just something to consider.
Never tried this on a link belt, but in the case of a regular V belt, an application of Lava hand soap to the belt contact faces usually gives the pulleys enough grit to take the sheen off of them and get a better grip. It might be worth a try.
Also, if I understand motor dynamics, a 2 HP 3450 RPM motor will have half the torque of a 1725 RPM 2 HP motor, thereby decreasing the chances of this unless the pulley sizes are adjusted.
Horse power is a measure of work being done. More speed times less torque equills the same as less speed times more torque.Check the chart at the following link: Electric Motors - Power and Torque vs. Speed
Per the chart, a 2HP 1725 RPM motor produces 6 lb/ft of torque, and a 3450 RPM motor of the same HP produces 3 lb/ft.
I have an inexpensive Ridgid brand 14” bandsaw. It used to dance like drunk when I turned it on. I added a link belt, balanced the wheels with wheel weights and added inexpensive urethane tires.Need to replace the belt on my 14" BS. I have seen a lot about the link belts. Also interested in anything which reduces vibration. Thoughts and recommendations appreciated.