Each and every application that uses a v-belt needs a certain belt to run properly.  There are two measurements that we need to make sure that you get the proper belt.  Those measurements are length and width.  This video above will explain how to properly measure each of these variables.

V-Belt Measurement Transcript

Kevlar belts are created to be stronger than standard v-belts.  In a Kevlar belt, the normal polyester cords are replaced with the much stronger Kevlar cords.  When using machinery with a back side idler, the belt takes a beating and normal belts can wear out faster.  Kevlar belts are made to last longer in these situations.

Kevlar Vs. Standard Transcript

Cogged v-belts are like standard v-belts.  The main difference is the cogs that are cut into the belt.  To many applications these “cogs” are vital to ensuring the long life of your belt.  A cogged belt wraps around a small pulley much easier than a standard belt.  Cogged belts are also very good at dissipating heat.

Cogged Vs. Standard Transcript

Timing Belts are specific to each machine that they are on.  There are three different measurements that are necessary for you to get the right belt that you need.  This first measurement that is needed is pitch.  Pitch is the center to center measurement of two teeth that are next to each other.  The other two measurements are length and the number of teeth over the whole belt.  With these three measurements we can get you the proper belt at VBeltSupply.com.

Timing Belt Transcript

Variable speed belts, just like timing belts, have their own special uses.  These belts are most commonly used on applications like Go-Karts and industrial applications like band saws or anything with a clutching system.  The angle on a variable speed belt is different than that of a standard v-belt which allows the clutching system of these applications to work properly.  The measurements that we will need to get you the proper belt are: Length of your belt and the width of your belt.

Variable Speed Transcript

Banded belts are a number of belts put together with a bonding across the back to keep them together.  These belts are used in many heavy duty applications.  The reason that these are used rather than many singles is because when you put all the belts together you increase the strength of the belt.  They also allow you to get uniform tensioning across the whole belt.

Banded Belts Transcript

The most important measurement that we need when trying to get you the proper serpentine belt is the distance between peaks inside the belt.  Then we need the width and the length of the belt.  Once we have all of this information we can get you the proper belt.

Serpentine Belt Transcript