Lightweight B100 Belt for Gates

The Gates Hi-Power II belt is a multipurpose power transmission V-belt designed for widespread applications. Manufactured by Gates, a company founded in 1917 and headquartered in Denver, CO, this V-belt is made of EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) rubber, providing resistance to weathering, oils, water, and some solvents.

The cords within the belt are strongly bonded to its body, ensuring equal load distribution and reducing bending stress without compromising the cord's integrity. The belt's concave sidewalls offer cord support and full contact with the sheave groove, enabling even load distribution and uniform wear.

Gates' V80 matching system guarantees that all belts of the same type and size will be more precisely matched than the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) and International Standards Organization (ISO) standards require. This results in even load distribution on multi-belt drives and better wear performance.

Suitable for use in a wide range of industrial applications, including V-flat drives, the Gates Hi-Power II belt meets RMA oil and heat resistance standards, as well as static conductivity requirements.

V-belts, commonly referred to as fan belts in automotive applications, are used to link two or more rotating shafts and transmit power within a drive system. The trapezoidal shape of the belt's cross section allows it to wedge into the groove of a similarly shaped sheave or pulley, providing traction and alignment. This wedging action increases as the load increases, leading to higher torque transmission and minimal slippage.

V-belts are standard for belt-driven power transmission and can be employed in single- or multi-belt systems to enhance carrying power. These versatile components are found in a wide range of industries, including automotive, agricultural, textile, printing, mining, and office equipment.

The Gates Hi-Power II belt's EPDM composition, cord bonding, and concave sidewall design contribute to its resistance to weathering, oils, water, and some solvents, as well as its even load distribution and reduced bending stress. The V80 matching system further ensures precisely-matched sizes in varying belt types, meeting RMA oil and heat resistance standards and static conductivity requirements. This combination of features makes the Gates Hi-Power II belt a reliable choice for diverse power transmission applications.

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