What the OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel Does

The OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel is a pulley wheel for timing belt-based linear actuators. When paired with a set of bearings, the wheel becomes an easy-to-assemble free wheel for completing a belt-driven motion system.

Key Features of the Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel

  • Designed for timing belt systems: The wheel is intended for linear actuators based on a timing belt.
  • Channel lips for belt containment: Integrated lips help keep the belt contained within the wheel channel.
  • 9 mm wide channel: The channel width supports belt guidance within a compact idler wheel format.
  • Simple free-wheel assembly: Add a pair of bearings to assemble the pulley wheel for idler use.

Where This Idler Pulley Wheel Fits in a Build

This pulley wheel is suited to DIY motion systems, CNC projects, machine upgrades, and custom linear actuator assemblies that use timing belts. The belt-containment channel design makes the wheel useful where stable belt tracking is important in a compact mechanical setup.

What Is Included

The package includes (1) Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel.

Specifications

Technical specifications

ColourBlack
Channel Width9 mm
Included(1) Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel
Compatibility

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Works with timing belt linear actuators

The OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel is used to complete a linear actuator based on a timing belt.

Requirements

A pair of bearings is required to assemble the pulley wheel into a free wheel.

FAQ

Frequently asked

What is the OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel used for?

The OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel is used as a free wheel in a timing belt-based linear actuator. It helps complete belt routing in motion systems that use an idler wheel.

Does the Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel include bearings?

No. A pair of bearings must be added separately to assemble the pulley wheel as a free wheel.

Can I use this pulley wheel with a timing belt linear actuator?

Yes. The pulley wheel is intended to complete a linear actuator based on a timing belt.

What size channel does the pulley wheel have?

The Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel has a 9 mm wide channel.

What do the channel lips do?

The channel lips help with belt containment. They are designed to help keep the belt aligned within the wheel channel.

How many pulley wheels are included?

One Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel is included in the package.

Is this a drive pulley or an idler pulley wheel?

This product is a smooth idler pulley wheel. It is designed to function as a free wheel rather than a driven toothed pulley.

What do I need to assemble an OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel as a free wheel?

You need a pair of bearings in addition to the pulley wheel. The original product description specifies that the wheel becomes an easy-to-assemble free wheel when bearings are added.

Is the OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel suitable for belt containment?

Yes. The wheel includes channel lips specifically for belt containment.

What comes in the box with the OpenBuilds Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel?

The package includes one Smooth Idler Pulley Wheel. No other parts are listed as included.

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