Question

A No. 40 chain connects two sprockets and transmits 5 hp. If the input speed to the smaller sprocket is 500 rpm and the desired output speed is around 230 rpm, what sprocket sizes are required if the required service factor is 1.0. State sizes in the number of teeth, to the required whole integer value (not in inches are non-integer values). When there is more than one option for sprocket teeth, use the minimum number of teeth possible.

a) Find Number of teeth on smaller sprocket.

b) Find Number of teeth on larger sprocket.

Answer 1