How To Use Gates Belt Tension Tester

Gates 66 lb tension tester 74010075 double barrel tension tester maximum deflection force.

How to use gates belt tension tester.

T 4 x m x w x s2x f2x 10 9. Release pressure immediately when the tool clicks. The sonic belt tension tester stt 1 provides you with just one single tool to measure belt installation tension accurately every time thus providing a quality standard for timing and micro v belts with. Belt tension calculator proper belt tension ensures optimum performance of a vehicle s accessory belt drive system.

The gates sonic tension meter measures belt span tension easily and accurately. It can measure a deflection force up to 30 lb ensuring that the proper amount of belt tension is applied for increased life of the drive belt. Enter 1 for a new belt or 2 for a re installed belt same direction of rotation. For use with all multiple v belts and large synchronous belts.

To calculate belt tension the sonic tension meter system uses the transverse vibration of strings theory to operate the meter the belt mass span length and width of the belt must be entered. As an experienced mechanic you may be tempted to check belt tension by rule of thumb thinking that turning the belt through 90 degrees suffices to determine whether its tension is okay. Belt tension is adjusted until the belt span frequency or measured tension level is within manufacturer s recommendations. The tool even has a ridge on one side so that it stays aligned with the belt.

Press the xs fi button twice until fi appears on the display. Select from the dropdown options below to find the appropriate belt tension for your belt. Just put your index finger under the band put the the pivot point of the tool which is directly under your finger squarely on the center of the belt span and slowly press down. Place the large end of the tool onto the belt at the center of the span.

To calculate belt tension the sonic tension meter system uses the transverse vibration of strings theory to operate the meter the belt mass span length and width of the belt must be entered. Apply a sufficient force to deflect the belt until the large o ring is in line with the other belts. If this is a single belt drive use a straight edge or taught string for a starting point reference. Measuring belt tension with the gates sonic tension meter.

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