Tracking mechanisms for abrasive belt machines

Abstract

Self-contained tracking mechanisms for an abrasive belt machine. The self-contained tracking mechanisms include an axle, a crowned wheel, a cam assembly, and an actuator. The axle and the cam assembly collectively define a bore. The bore defines bore threads. The crowned wheel is configured to support an abrasive belt. The crowned wheel is mounted on the axle. The cam assembly is configured to selectively tilt the axle. The cam assembly is mounted to the axle. The actuator is configured to selectively actuate the cam assembly to tilt the axle. The actuator includes a shaft defining shaft threads complementarily configured with the bore threads. The actuator is supported by the axle. The shaft extends through the bore and selectively abuts the cam assembly. The shaft selectively translates relative to the axle when rotated relative to the bore.

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