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20054_E2_INDUSTRIAL_BELT_CATALOGUE

Product catalog summary

Overview
Gates Industrial provides a wide range of power transmission products including V-belts, synchronous belts, tensioners, pulleys, flexible couplings, and complete drive systems. These products cater to various applications from precision tools to industrial machinery.

V-Belts
Gates has been a pioneer in V-belt technology since 1917, with products like the Predator® series designed for high performance in demanding environments. Key features include enhanced durability and load capacity due to superior materials and manufacturing processes.

Synchronous Belts
Gates introduced the first synchronous belt in 1946. Their Poly Chain® GT Carbon™ belts feature patented carbon tensile cords for high torque, low-speed applications, focusing on cost and energy efficiency.

Polyurethane Belts
The Synchro-Power® polyurethane belts are versatile, suitable for power transmission and linear applications, with customized solutions available for specific needs.

Flexible Couplings
Gates offers flexible couplings designed to accommodate the increasing use of electronic speed controls in the industry.

Product Features and Advantages
Gates products are known for durability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Their belts offer increased transmission efficiency, reduced maintenance time, and space savings. They are static conductive, meeting ISO 1813 standards, and suitable for ATEX environments.

Tools and Accessories
Gates provides tools like the 507C sonic tension meter and the Laser AT-1 alignment device to aid in the installation and maintenance of their products.

Conclusion
Gates Industrial Power Transmission Products are designed to meet diverse industrial needs with a focus on performance, durability, and efficiency. Customers are encouraged to consult the full product catalog or contact a Gates representative for detailed specifications and product options.

Detailed Specifications and Features
The document provides specifications for various V-belts, emphasizing space savings, improved belt life, and compatibility with Gates UNISET tolerances. It includes sections on belt specifications, dimensions, and construction features.

Key Features

Space savings by reducing the size of pulleys, bearings, guards, and mounts.
Improved belt life, reducing maintenance time and costs.
Compatibility with Gates UNISET tolerances, allowing installation without matching.

Construction and Advantages

The Hi-Power® V-belt is reliable for agricultural and industrial applications, featuring an arched top for superior strength.
Flex Weave® cover provides resistance to oil and heat, protecting the belt core.
Vulcanised Flex-bonded tensile cords offer resistance to tensile and flexing forces.
High-quality rubber compound protects against heat, ozone, and sunlight.
Static conductive properties allow use in specific conditions as per Directive 94/9/EC - ATEX.

Performance and Cost Efficiency
The document highlights the excellent performance/cost ratio, reliability, efficiency, and long belt life, contributing to reduced replacement and maintenance costs.

Polyflex® JB™ V-Belts

Specifications: Polyurethane V-belts with nominal top width from 3 mm to 11 mm, suitable for high-speed ratios and compact drives.
Applications: Ideal for machines requiring high performance in limited space, such as milling machines, lathe drives, and small blowers.
Construction: Made from a single cast polyurethane compound with high fatigue and wear resistance, ribbed top for lateral rigidity, and a 60° angle for even load distribution.
Advantages: Space-saving design, low maintenance, long belt life, and temperature range from -54°C to +85°C.

Micro-V® Multi-Ribbed V-Belts

Specifications: Multi-ribbed belts available in PJ, PL, and PM sections, suitable for various industrial applications.
Construction: Features truncated ribs for flexibility, high modulus polyester tensile member, and oil and heat-resistant elastomeric rubber compound.
Advantages: Smooth operation, high power capacity, long life, and static conductive properties.

Poly Chain® GT Carbon™ Synchronous Belts

Specifications: Polyurethane synchronous belts with patented carbon tensile cords, suitable for high torque, low-speed drives.
Construction: Made from a tough polyurethane compound with carbon fiber reinforcement and a wear-resistant nylon fabric facing.
Advantages: High power capacity, maintenance-free, energy-saving, and environmentally friendly operation.
Applications: Suitable for a wide range of industrial equipment, conveying, lifting, and handling equipment.

Synchronous Belts Overview
This document provides detailed specifications and applications for various PowerGrip® HTD® synchronous belts, designed for high torque drives. These belts are used in industries such as machine tools, paper, and textiles, offering durability and low maintenance.

Specifications
The belts are available in different pitches: 8M, 14M, 20M, 3M, 5M, XL, L, H, XH, and XXH. Each pitch has specific dimensions and is available in various widths. The document lists the pitch length, number of teeth, and belt width for each type.

Construction and Features
The belts feature a curvilinear tooth form that improves stress distribution, allowing higher loading. They have elastomeric teeth for precise engagement, nylon facing for tooth protection, and a tensile member for strength and flexibility. The belts are designed to be maintenance-free, with no lubrication required.

Advantages
PowerGrip® HTD® belts offer high load capacities, no slippage, wide speed range, and high mechanical efficiency. They provide constant driven speeds and long service life, even in harsh environments. The 14M belts are static conductive and comply with ISO 9563, suitable for ATEX conditions.

Applications
The belts are suitable for a wide range of applications, from domestic appliances and office machines to heavy-duty machinery. They offer an economical alternative to chains and gears, with efficiencies up to 99% and speeds up to 20,000 rpm.

Ordering Information
The ordering code for PowerGrip® HTD® belts includes the pitch length, pitch, and belt width. Dimensions in bold are available from stock.

High Precision Synchronous Belts
PowerGrip® MXL
The PowerGrip® MXL belt is a classical synchronous belt with a pitch of 0.08” (2.032 mm), ideal for applications requiring maximum synchronization, compact size, and high speed. It is particularly suitable for precision drives like office machines and computers. The belt features a trapezoidal tooth form, elastomeric backing, nylon facing, and fiberglass cords for stability and flexibility. It can transmit power up to 0.8 kW and speeds up to 20,000 rpm, allowing for small pulley diameters and accurate positioning.

Twin Power® Belts
Twin Power® belts are double-sided synchronous belts designed for contra-rotating drives, offering high loading capacity and smooth operation. They are available in various pitches and feature strong tensile members and wear-resistant nylon fabric. These belts can transmit up to 100% of their maximum rated load from either side and are maintenance-free.

Open-End Belts
Open-end synchronous belts, including Long Length and LiftPower™, are designed for linear movements and lifting applications. They feature fiberglass or steel tensile cords, rubber teeth, and nylon facing. LiftPower™ belts offer smooth operation and higher speeds compared to chains and steel cables, making them ideal for lifting and handling applications.

TransMotion™ Belts
TransMotion™ belts are rubber synchronous belts with conveyor cords, providing superior tooth jump resistance and shock load resistance. They are suitable for conveyor applications, offering compact drives, positioning accuracy, and reduced noise levels. These belts are static conductive and can be used in ATEX conditions.

PowerPainT™ Belts
PowerPainT™ belts are designed for use in painting areas, ensuring excellent performance on conveyor systems where product contamination is a concern. They are compatible with paint and varnish applications, making them suitable for the automotive and white goods industries.

Overview
The document provides detailed specifications and features of Gates' PowerPainT™ and Synchro-Power® polyurethane belts, designed for use in paint and varnish environments within the automotive industry. These belts are engineered to prevent contamination and ensure compatibility with paint and varnish applications.

PowerPainT™ Belts

Identification: Features a three-part number indicating pitch length, pitch code, and width.
Construction: Made with precision-formed elastomeric teeth for improved stress distribution and high power capacity. Available in various pitches including Poly Chain® GT Carbon™, PowerGrip® GT3, and others.
Advantages: Long service life, no risk of paint contamination, and suitable for fixed center distance drives.
Availability: Only available on request through Gates distributors.

Synchro-Power® Belts

Identification: Branded with pitch, length, and production code.
Construction: Features a polyurethane body for abrasion resistance and clean operation. Available in endless and open-end versions with steel tensile cords.
Advantages: Wide range of tooth profiles, clean and smooth operation, no lubrication required, and suitable for harsh environments.
Applications: Suitable for power transmission and linear applications across various industries.

Technical Specifications

Detailed tables provide dimensions and specifications for various belt types and pitches, including T5, T10, AT5, and others.
Available in multiple widths and lengths to suit different applications.

Customized Belt Products

Gates offers customized polyurethane belt products with modifications such as special backings, profiles, and machining to meet specific application needs.
Over 2000 profile designs available for various automation equipment requirements.

Flexible Couplings

EuroGrip® Flexible Couplings: Designed to connect shafts with misalignment and axial movement, providing high vibration damping and zero backlash for precise positioning.
Available in various sizes and suitable for direct drive applications like pumps and compressors.

Specifications
The document describes the features of EuroGrip® couplings, which include sleeves made from a high-performance elastomeric compound and end pieces made from high-grade anodized aluminum. These couplings are designed to act as a predictable fuse in the system, with temperature ranges from -25°C to +100°C.

Advantages
Key advantages of the couplings include high vibration damping, quiet operation, zero backlash, easy installation and replacement, built-in safety measures, high tolerance for misalignment, durability, low inertia, compact design, and lightweight.

Dimensions and Part Numbers
The document provides detailed dimensions for various coupling sizes (19, 28, 42, 48, and 60) and lists part numbers for sleeves and end pieces, including options for taper bush fittings.

Tools
The document describes several tools, including the 507C sonic tension meter for accurate belt tension measurement, the LASER AT-1 for laser alignment, and the MRO engineering tool bag containing various analytical and support tools for drive system maintenance.

Support and Software
Gates offers design software like DesignFlex® Pro™ and Design IQ™ for selecting and maintaining belt drive systems. They also provide a cost-saving program and an e-commerce website for product information and order management.

Manufacturing and Distribution
Gates has production sites in Germany, Poland, Scotland, France, and Spain, with distribution from a central warehouse in Belgium. Contact information for various Gates offices across Europe is provided.

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