Lasercutter Build Log - Idler tension pulleys by rativiv

diy · @rativiv · Mar 24 '19

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Lasercutter Build Log - Idler tension pulleys

I decided that the original design for the idler pulleys on the X and Y axis did not allow much control over the tension of the belts, and then I'd have to resort to tension springs in order to keep the belts tight.   

I hate tension springs.

So I designed a new system using aluminium angle pieces and some screws.

It is designed to hang freely, only attached by 2 tension screws that can be adjusted to tighten or loosen the belts.

Due to it's design, it will self straighten once the belt is attached.

![IMG_0403.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmXcEn454iQAi1YtcLDw3z7ykcJgo4M4HbHjnkSdHujRpZ/IMG_0403.jpg)

![IMG_0404.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmUGA4WPMBgFBzAkT3JBB4i7jJFNsyokreaQkLij4qEfPc/IMG_0404.jpg)

![IMG_0405.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmRgShDogGy6iTQwTdbBdR4VQETiKERyFL3qRwhFyaot9r/IMG_0405.jpg)

![IMG_0406.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmfVGX1LyDw23MV8QQ9rThboCNY3NwanVz4rxWNtUW1WoD/IMG_0406.jpg)

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