Pulley for Thorens td 125 160 166 145 (50 hz small hole)

One of the easiest ways to improve the performance of your Thorens  TD 125 MKII 160, 165, 166, 145, 146, or 147 is to replace the worn, plastic drive pulley with our precision-machined, four-piece alloy pulley. True to the original Thorens design, our pulley includes the critical, spring-based clutch system. This clutch allows the pulley to slip momentarily at startup until the heavy platter reaches operating speed. This allows the motor to operate at full speed immediately, maximizing torque. More importantly, the clutch reduces startup stress on the motor and belt. Simpler, one-piece replacement pulleys eliminate the performance and safety benefits of the clutch system entirely. Our alloy design also utilizes a self-lubricating phosphorus bronze bushing in place of the original plastic.

Because the Thorens' motor is of the synchronous type, the diameter of the pulley is of fondamental importance. We guarantee the accuracy of the speed as our pulley is CNC machined to a tight tolerance. Besides, with our pulley it is possible to sort the mechanical problem caused by the belt sliding across the vertical surface of the pulley. In other words, changing the speed will be easier and smoother.

This pulley is for use ONLY in the following 50 HZ Thorens models: TD 125 160 165 166 145 146 147.

As for Thorens 125 MK2, 50HZ AND 60HZ, it's necessary to purchase this pulley as the motor adjusts the frequency automatically.

Please check your model before ordering and confirm in the order which pulley you need.