scope:

COVERAGE This specification covers dimensional and marking requirements on V-belts and V-belt sheaves of both the narrow multiple and classical multiple type. This specification also includes recommended practices for:

• Design of V-belt drives.

• Care and use of V-belts

• Measuring tension in V-belt drives

• Calculating the load imposed by V-belts on shafts and bearings

This document does not include alternate belt types such as those listed below.

However, these other forms of belt power transmission may be acceptable, provided that they are designed according to the belt manufacturer's recommendations and/or an existing industry standard.