Pulley System Calculator

Calculate the mechanical advantage of pulley systems. Determine ideal and actual effort force, rope pull length, and work for fixed, movable, and compound pulley configurations.

How to Use Pulley System Calculator

Select the pulley system type, enter the number of supporting ropes, load weight, optional lift distance, and efficiency percentage. Click Calculate to see mechanical advantage, effort force, and work analysis.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Select system type (fixed, movable, or compound)
  2. Enter number of pulleys and load weight
  3. Optionally enter lift distance and efficiency
  4. Click Calculate to view full analysis

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