Predator V-belts can handle 1.4 to 2.2 times more horsepower than the equivalent size standard V-belt so we can help you design a more compact drive that weighs less, puts less strain on costlier components, and uses fewer belts. Compared with a standard V-belt drive, the more compact Predator drive provides equal or greater horsepower capacity in nearly half the width and weight, at a third of the cost.
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Gates manufactures the largest line of standard V-belts in the industry. It’s an extensive and accessible inventory of products with unmatched performance characteristics and unlimited range.
Gates V-Belts
Oil and heat resistant chloroprene compound body, rated for 180ºF, outperforms other rubbers in harsh operating conditions.
Minimal need for retensioning due to stronger-than-steel aramid fiber or Kevlar® tensile cords that reduce belt stretch by 50% compared to standard V-belts.
Reduce friction and heat buildup under shock load with abrasive and puncture-resistant bareback (non-rubber) double-layer fabric cover.
Extend drive life with the patented curved sidewall that allows the belt to enter the sheave groove cleanly and smoothly, reducing sidewall wear on the belt and sheave.
Multiple-layer tie band joins belts together into a Predator PowerBand® that provides lateral rigidity for reduced vibration and belt turnover on multi-groove sheaves.
Ethylene belts tolerate misalignment better than the competition—up to 12.5X better.
Improved flexibility for increased performance on small pulley diameters.
Specially engineered molded notch shape reduces bending stresses.
Ethylene rubber material resists hardening for 4.5X better crack resistance.
Flex-bonded cords remain stable and resist stretch better than ever.
Molded notch v-belts dissipate heat better than standard v-belts, and they provide a drop-in replacement for low-performance standard v-belts. The notched design is engineered to withstand maximum bending stress while increasing flexibility for improved energy efficiency. Molded notch belts are optimized for loaded durability that provides smooth, stable operation. Gates molded notch V-belts offer a patented, ethylene construction to keep you running when others fail.
Molded Notch & Ethylene V–Belt Technology
Molded Notch
Engineered transverse rigidity allows better load life capacity and maximum efficiency.
Expanded temperature range resists cracking: -60˚F to +250˚F (-51˚C to 121˚C).
Molded notches withstand maximum bending stress and improve energy efficiency.
Delivers 50% more horsepower with reduced drive width, weight, and cost.
Aramid tensile cords offer extraordinary strength and durability with limited stretch.
Designed for applications where standard notched V-Belts fail, Super HC XP v-belts have the highest power density of any notched V-Belt. Its fiber-loaded undercord stocks provide transverse rigidity for maximum tensile cord support, and its precision-machined sidewalls provide smooth operation to reduce vibration and extend component life.
Super HC XP Premium Notched Belts
Super HC XP
Single or PowerBand construction evens load distribution and prevents belt turnover.
THE POWER BEHIND POWER TRANSMISSION
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Molded Notch Advantages
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Molded Notch Advantages
Molded notch v-belts dissipate heat better than standard v-belts, and they provide a drop-in replacement for low performance standard v-belts. The notched design is engineered to withstand maximum bending stress while increasing flexibility for improved energy efficiency. Molded notch belts are optimized for loaded durability that provides smooth, stable operation.
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Expanded Belt Temperature Range with Gates Ethylene
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Expanded Belt Temperature Range with Gates Ethylene
High temperatures degrade the lifespan of a v-belt dramatically. Gates patented ethylene technology stands up to the widest temperature range to avoid cracking.
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MAXIMIZE EFFICIENCY AND COST SAVINGS
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MAXIMIZE EFFICIENCY AND COST SAVINGS
Gates materials science innovation allows us to offer the broadest range of belt drives for the most demanding conditions. Our comprehensive line of belts is designed to improve reliability,
and efficiency, while maximizing performance and ensuring long life.
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Flexibility
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Flexibility
Gates belts are 2x more flexible than competitive low performance belts, which leads to longer belt life on smaller diameter sheaves.
Precision machined sidewalls allow for smoother running to reduce vibration and extend component life.