By Leslie Lui, Mechanical Design Engineer
The two most common V angles in V groove guide wheels are 70˚ and 90˚. The difference in V angle causes each type of wheel to have advantages and disadvantages over the other, and users should select the wheel type that best meet their specific application requirements. Seventy degree groove guide wheels are better suited for applications where a low profile wheel and precise wheel-track alignment are required. Ninety degree groove guide wheels are better suited for applications where a small wheel diameter and high load capacity are required... continued [ VIEW FULL ARTICLE ]
