Belts and Pulleys

[mynameisbob]

Does anyone know a good place to buy belts and pulleys to move the orbit balls? I live in davenport Florida and we are in need of finding a few.

[EricH]

Originally Posted by mynameisbob

Does anyone know a good place to buy belts and pulleys to move the orbit balls? I live in davenport Florida and we are in need of finding a few.

There's a supplier in the KOP (Gates), or you could always try McMaster Carr.

[mynameisbob]

Originally Posted by EricH

There's a supplier in the KOP (Gates), or you could always try McMaster Carr.

ok, thx ill check up on that but I was more so wondering if anyone knew where to get them within the orlando or tampa area.

[artdutra04]

Originally Posted by mynameisbob

ok, thx ill check up on that but I was more so wondering if anyone knew where to get them within the orlando or tampa area.

Almost 95% of the time when you order things from McMaster, they arrive within a business day.

Another good source to look for parts is SDP/SI. They have a large variety of mechanical/motion related parts like sprockets, timing belts, bearings, etc.

If you want something local, check auto parts stores. They may have a lot of random belts (mostly serpentine belts for cars), but may also have pulleys for prototyping. Bicycle/motorcycle/dirt bike/etc related stores may also have timing belts, as well as roller chain.

[=Martin=Taylor=]

Lots of companies like Gates and Applied have directories on their sites which allow you to search for distributors in your area code.

Sometimes talking to a human is safer than buying something online

[Chris Fultz]

try motion industries.
they have distribution centers all over the usa.

[mynameisbob]

We have checked the local auto part stores and have found that belts and pulleys seem to be a little too pricey!