Sprocket pitch circle diameter:This is the measurement of the diameter about which the chain moves. It is used to calculate a rotational to linear ratio. For our example, 4.01 in. will equate to 12.598 in. of linear travel: 4.01 ·π = 12.5977 in. Power-transmission chain mass:The mass ...
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As chain drive is carried out, each tooth on the sprocket forces one link to travel and "pulls" on another crown tooth. As the crown is larger than the pinion, several engine revolutions are necessary for the wheels to rotate one revolution. It is the gear ratio. As in any other vehicl...