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Motor Power Calculator

Estimate the belt pull and minimum motor power required for a belt conveyor.

Enter your conveyor specification to estimate belt pull and the minimum motor power required.

Conveyor Length (mm)

Conveyor Speed (m/s)

Load Per Metre (kg/m)

Conveyor Incline (m rise)

Drum Diameter (mm)

Belt Weight (kg/m)

Co-efficient of Friction

Please fill in every field with a valid number.

Results

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Minimum motor power-

Figures are indicative and intended as a guide for initial sizing. Please contact our sales team to confirm the specification for your application.

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