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Pulley Ratio Calculator

Calculate pulley speed ratio and driven speed from pulley diameters.

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Calculation Result

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How It Works

Calculate pulley speed ratio and driven speed from pulley diameters.

Pulley Ratio = Driven Diameter ÷ Driver Diameter

Use the result as an engineering calculation aid and verify critical designs against applicable standards and manufacturer specifications.

How to use this calculator

What to enter

Enter or select the following as requested: Driver pulley diameter; Driven pulley diameter; Driver RPM; Diameter unit. Follow the units, valid ranges, examples, and options displayed beside each field.

What the result means

The numerical result follows the operation or relationship named by the calculator and the values entered. Check the order of operations, sign, precision, and units shown, especially when combining percentages or ratios.

When to use it

Use this to calculate or verify a numerical value. Recheck the input values and rounding if the result will be used in a report, measurement, or further calculation.