Creating a Chain Sprocket

 

To create a chain sprocket:

 

·                Select the desired Chain Number from the drop down box.

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·                Enter or use the spin box to change the number of teeth.

·                Check the Pointed Tooth check box if so desired.

·                Check the Create Tooth Pattern if the tooth is to be patterned.

·                If the Create Tooth Pattern is checked, the Teeth to Draw box becomes enabled. If it is desired to pattern the tooth other than a full pattern then input the number of teeth to be drawn. This can be changed after the part is drawn simply by editing the definition of the CirPattern1.

·                Select Standard Series or Heavy Series of sprocket.

·                If a Multi-strand sprocket is to be modeled, click on the check box. This will enable the Number of Strands input box. Enter the number of strands to be drawn.

·                The Pitch Diameter is a driven dimension.

·                Make any necessary changes to the Hub Mounting.

·                Click on the Finish button to complete the gear