Accurately installation of the sprockets is very important to the life of machines. That is, sprocket alignments can maximum drive life. According to some requirements, we compiled some basic information about it.
1 Accurately aligning the sprocket tooth faces and shafts is to provide a uniform distribution of load across the entire chain width and contribute substantially to maximum drive life.
2 When alignment is correct within closest practical limits, drive the keys home and take a final check on sprocket alignment.
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It is better that the sprocket is designed to be as close to the supporting bearings as possible, not only for the sprocket itself but also for the drive. Sprocket alignment just as a Central Processing Unit for a computer.