The wide variety of jobs, advancing technology, and emerging applications can make choosing the right industrial belt drive seem complex. With our full lineup of bandless V-belts, it's easier than ever to find a solution designed for your specific application, material, and performance needs.
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In the ever-changing landscape of industrial power transmission, Gates steps forward with Quad-Power 4 — a revolutionary V-belt engineered to redefine your total cost of ownership, a game-changer for your critical equipment.
When your power transmission application needs a high horsepower solution but is constrained by drive weight or physical space, the answer is Super HC Molded Notch (MN) belts. By significantly enhancing energy efficiency and reducing maintenance needs, this narrow cross-section solution effectively streamlines operations, slashes operational costs, and improves performance.
Built for superior performance on heavy-duty classical cross-section drives. The raw edge, Ethylene Elastomer (EE) construction and special notch design makes the Tri-Power belt especially suited for small diameter pulleys and back-side idler drives.
These two popular families of cost-effective, high-load carrying, and flexible V-belts are made of high-performance Ethylene Elastomer (EE) materials to excel from beverage bottling plants to mixing and grinding facilities.
Gates bandless V-belt solutions are helping drive industry forward. See for yourself how we can help your business get ahead - and stay ahead.
Q. How do Ethylene Elastomer (EE) V-belts compare to traditional rubber V-belts in terms of durability?
Ethylene Elastomer V-belts typically have enhanced resistance to wear, heat, and environmental factors, resulting in longer lifespan and reduced maintenance requirements.
Q. What is the temperature range for Gates Ethylene Elastomer (EE) V-belts?
Ethylene Elastomer V-belts have a wider temperature range compared to traditional rubber V-belts. They can operate effectively in temperatures ranging from -60°F to +250°F or -51°C to +121°C.
Q. In which industries are the Ethylene Elastomer (EE) V-belts most effective?
V-belts like the Super HC Molded Notch (MN) and Tri-Power are ideal for various industries, including automotive, HVAC, food processing, and heavy machinery.
Q. What maintenance requirements and lifespan can I expect from Ethylene Elastomer (EE) V-belts?
Thanks to their high-performance materials and innovative design, these V-belts have a longer lifespan and require less frequent maintenance compared to traditional belts.
Q. Are the Super HC Molded Notch (MN) and Tri-Power V-belts resistant to harsh environmental conditions?
Yes, these V-belts are designed to withstand a wide range of temperatures and have good resistance to occasional exposure to oil and chemicals.
Q. How do I know when my V-belt needs to be replaced?
Signs of a worn-out drive belt include squealing or chirping noises, visible cracks, slippage, vibration, or irregular operation of accessories like the alternator.
Q. What is the proper way to tension a V-belt?
Always use a belt tension gauge that indicates static tension, such as the Gates Krikit® Tension Gauge, (Part No. 91107 for Standard, Part No. 91132 for Micro-V) to determine proper tension from the Installation Chart. If multiple belts are needed for a drive, divide tension by number of belts to give per belt tension to be measured. Step 1: Position belt and set tension to the prescribed Installation Tension. Step 2: Run belt for five minutes. Step 3: If belt tension drops below Suggested Tension range, retighten belt to Installation Tension. This will allow the belt to seat-in and run at Suggested Tension after it has operated under normal driving conditions.