Conveyor Calculators
Conveyor Belt Speed Calculator
Calculate belt speed from pulley diameter and motor RPM.
Inputs
Result
Belt speed
0.628m/s
Belt speed
37.7m/min
Belt speed
123.7ft/min
Formula
Belt speed (m/s) = π × D × RPM / 60 (D in metres)
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Formula
Belt speed (m/s) = π × D × RPM / 60 (D in metres)
Worked example
π × 0.2 × 1450 / 60 = 15.18 m/s
FAQ
+What is a typical belt speed?
Package handling 0.3–1.5 m/s; bulk material 1–5 m/s.
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