To calculate the dimensions of a chain, follow these steps:
1. Determine the required pitch: The pitch is the distance from the center of one roller to the center of the next roller in the chain. It can be calculated by dividing the chain length by the number of links in the chain.
Pitch = Chain length / Number of links
2. Calculate the roller diameter: The roller diameter is the diameter of the rollers that make up the chain. It can be calculated by adding the width of the link plates to twice the height of the roller and then dividing by two.
Roller diameter = (Width of link plates + 2 x Roller height) / 2
3. Calculate the width of the link plates: The width of the link plates is the distance between the inner and outer plates of the chain. It can be calculated by subtracting the roller diameter from the center-to-center distance of the rollers.
Link plate width = Center-to-center distance – Roller diameter
4. Determine the thickness of the link plates: The thickness of the link plates is the distance between the inner and outer surfaces of the plate. It is typically specified by the manufacturer and can be looked up in a chain specification table.
5. Calculate the clearance between the rollers and the link plates: The clearance is the distance between the roller and the inner surface of the link plate. It is typically specified by the manufacturer and can also be looked up in a chain specification table.
By following these steps, you can calculate the necessary dimensions of a chain for your application. Note that the exact dimensions may vary depending on the specific type and manufacturer of the chain.
