Driven by Possibility

Gates v-belts offer performance and durability, and are backed by the our product application engineering team that will work with you every step of the way to design belt drive solutions to improve your operations.

Unparalleled Selection

With the largest selection in the market, Gates can fill almost any v-belt need—and with our made-to-order metals progam, we can design custom sheaves for any application.

Expanded Belt Temperature Range

Gates patented ethylene technology stands up to the widest temperature range to avoid cracking and extend belt life.

Maximum Flexibility

Gates belts are more flexible than competitive low performance v-belts, which leads to longer belt life on smaller diameter sheaves.

PREDATOR™

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.
  • 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.
  • Extend drive life with the patented curved sidewall that allows belt to enter the sheave groove cleanly and smoothly, reducing sidewall wear on belt and sheave.
  • Reduce friction and heat buildup under shock load with abrasive and puncture-resistant bare back (non-rubber) double layer fabric cover.
  • Minimal need for retensioning due to stronger-than-steel aramid fiber or Kevlar® tensile cords that reduce belt stretch by 50% over standard V-belts.
  • Oil and heat resistant chloroprene compound body, rated for 180ºF, outperforms other rubbers in harsh operating conditions.

Super HC XP Premium Notched Belts

Designed for applications where standard notched V-Belts fail, Super HC XP v-belts have 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.

  • Aramid tensile cords offers extraordinary strength and durability with limited stretch.
  • Delivers 50% more horsepower with reduced drive width, weight and cost.
  • Molded notches withstand maximum bending stress and improve energy efficiency.
  • Expanded temperature range resists cracking: -60˚F to +250˚F (-51˚C to 121˚C).
  • Single or PowerBand construction evens load distribution and prevents belt turnover.
  • Engineered transverse rigidity allows better load life capacity and maximum efficiency.

Molded Notch & Ethylene V–Belt Technology

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.

  • Flex-bonded cords remain stable and resist stretch better than ever
  • Ethylene rubber material resists hardening for 4.5X better crack resistance
  • Specially engineered molded notch shape reduces bending stresses
  • Improved flexibility for increased performance on small pulley diameters
  • Precision machined sidewalls allow for smoother running to reduce vibration and extend component life
  • Ethylene belts tolerate misalignment better than the competition—up to 12.5X better

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