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Mechanical
Mechanical Advantage Calculator
Calculate the mechanical advantage of any simple machine as the ratio of output force to input force. Use it to evaluate lever systems, pulley arrangements, ramps, gears, and any force-multiplying mechanism.
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Mechanical
Pulley System Calculator
Calculate the effort force required to lift a load using fixed, movable, or compound pulley systems at a given mechanical efficiency. Ideal for rigging engineers, physics students, and maintenance teams planning lifts.
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Key differences
| Mechanical Advantage Calculator | Pulley System Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Inputs required | 2 | 4 |
| Result | Mechanical Advantage | Required Pull Force (N) |
| What it does | Calculate the mechanical advantage of any simple machine as the ratio of output force to input force. Use it to evaluate lever systems, pulley arrangements, ramps, gears, and any force-multiplying mechanism. | Calculate the effort force required to lift a load using fixed, movable, or compound pulley systems at a given mechanical efficiency. Ideal for rigging engineers, physics students, and maintenance teams planning lifts. |