
Pulleys or synchronising pulleys are used with drive solutions with timing belts. Transmission accuracy, service life and also smooth and quiet running are crucially influenced by the precision of the interaction between the timing belt and the pulley. Synchronous pulleys are classified according to the defined standards of the timing belts, number of teeth, pitch, pulley width and abbreviation for the model.
The selection of the correct tooth gap shape is crucial for the accuracy of the overall timing belt system. The smaller the “gap” between the timing belt and synchronising pulley, the greater the benefits for linear drives and systems with exact positioning and repeat accuracy.
Please refer to the respective data sheet for more detailed properties of the individual components.
AT
The AT profile is a further development of the standard T profile and, in particular, provides higher tooth strength resulting from the larger tooth volume and stronger tension members.
Benefits:
- Favourable tooth mesh
- Up to 50% improved performance over the T profile
- Precise transmission of movement
ATP
Further increased performance, noise reduction and extended service life led to the development of the ATP profile. The new shape of the teeth creates 60% increased performance and a reduction in running noise by up to 10 dB(A).
Benefits:
- Narrower construction width
- Higher performance
- Uniform tension distribution
T
The T profile is the classic of timing belt profiles and the standard profile conforms to DIN 7721. Its trapezoidal profile means that its preferred fields of application include standard drives with higher flexing.
Self-tracking
Self-tracking profiles are suitable for use with drives of all kinds and can be used within a speed range of up to 10,000 rpm. They are suitable for continuous operation and also start-brake operation.
Imperial
Imperial profiles are classified according to DIN/ISO 5296 and are suitable for use in imperial systems.
HTD
The HTD (High Torque Drive) profile features a special tooth height and curvilinear tooth geometry. This timing belt profile therefore offers an extremely good guarantee against the teeth jumping and is therefore suitable for the transmission of high torques
STD

The STD (Super Torque Drive) profile features an arc-shaped geometry, which ensures optimum tooth meshing.
Special manufacture on request.
CTD

The CTD profile (Conti Torque Drive) was developed as the symbiosis of the HTD and STD profile. The arch-shaped entry geometry combined with raised teeth is how the CTD profile unites the benefits of both profiles.
Special manufacture on request.