What are cogged V belts used for?

Cogged v belts are essentially classic v belts with a flat belt and a corrugated surface. The cogs run horizontally on the underside of the belt for better traction. Cogged v belts work well with smaller-diameter sheaves and can withstand reverse bending, high linear speed and high-speed ratios. However, since the v belt is cogged, there is a risk of the belt missing the cog and becoming misaligned. Other than the cogs, cogged v belts operate like classic v belts.

Classic v belts are the most tried and true belts in the industry. Cogged v belts help to solve the problem of alignment and slippage for power transmissions. They are now also the most commonly-used belts for power transmissions as well. The primary function of a classic v belt is to disseminate power from a primary power source, such as a motor, to the secondary power unit. Cogged v belts excel at providing the best combination of bearings, speed transfer, traction and belt-life longevity. The trapezoidal — or “V” — shape of the belt helps it to track in the similarly-shaped grooves of the machine so the belt does not slip off while in use. While the cogged v belt tracks in the grooves, the belt creates a deeper wedge to better handle the increasing loads, which then increases torque tension and power distribution. As friction increases, so does temperature.

Cogged v belts are typically made out of rubber or a polymer, but may also have fibers from other materials added for reinforcement. Classic v belts have a high resistance to temperature (-31 degrees F to 158 degrees F), but more of a limited resistance to oil.

Cogged v belts were made originally to replace leather belts in industries such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), facility maintenance, material handling, oilfield supply, agriculture and rock crushers. Agriculture and industrial settings are the most common places to find classic v belts being used. Cogged v belts may also be referred to as light-duty (or “fractional horse power”) because they can only handle less than one horse power. These cogged v belts are designed with a 40-degree angle to “wedge” the belt into the groove of the pulley. There are also standard-duty cogged v belts, which can handle 1 horse power up to 500 horse power. The greater the load, the greater the wedging action. The manufacturing process combines a rubber compound with a polyester cord to increase strength and stability. Many classic v belts are also available as Kevlar v belts.

Classic v belts generally are put into two different categories, based on construction: Envelope and raw edge.

Envelope: Also known as “wrapped” or “jacketed”; these cogged v belts have a fabric cover and a higher resistance to oil and high temperatures. When in a machine, they can be used as friction clutches upon start-up.

Raw edge: These do not have any type of cover, thus not as resistant to oil and high temperatures as wrapped v belts. However, they are more efficient, generate less heat, increase power ratings, allow smaller pulley diameters, and ultimately, have a longer life.

In addition to the above categories based on construction, there are five main categories (A, B, C, D, E) of classic v belts and they are categorized by their top width and internal length: A (1/2″ top width), B (21/32″ top width), C (7/8″ top width), D (1-1/4″ top width) and E (1-1/2″ top width).

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Rubber belt conveyor

Belt Conveyors are conveyors designed for transporting products that require a solid surface.

A wide range of belt options are available: plastic belt conveyors, rubber belt conveyors, and hinged steel belt conveyors.

Rubber belt conveyors are used to transport cases, work in process (WIP), and bulk handling in order to incline and decline the products and can be customized to the requirements of the application.

Our models of rubber belt conveyors include:

Medium Duty Roller Bed Rubber Belt Conveyer

The medium duty roller bed rubber belt conveyor is able to convey much heavier loads compared to other models due to less friction on the rubber belt. While this is a great conveyor for bulk and heavier loads, it also works well for smaller items and bags that could fall between or get stuck in the rollers.

Roller Bed Inclined Floor-to-Floor Rubber Belt Conveyer and Conveyor 2

The roller bed inclined floor-to-floor rubber belt conveyor and conveyor 2, similar to the medium duty bed rubber belt conveyor, is great for conveying heavier loads. The best thing about these conveyors is that they are very easy to adjust and can be set at an incline anywhere from 0° to 35°.

Trough Bed Rubber Belt Conveyor

The trough bed rubber belt conveyor is great for conveying loose items or materials such as wood chips, paper waste, and scrap wood because of the guard rails. Trough beds are able to convey loose or bulk materials long distances while reducing spills and are great for conveying rough materials.

Medium Duty Slide Bed Belt Conveyor

The medium duty slide bed rubber belt conveyor can be used in variety of industrial applications. It is the most popular type of rubber belt conveyor and is extremely cost-effective for transporting goods and various line assembly processes.

Medium Duty Box Style Slide Bed Rubber Belt Conveyer

The medium duty box style slide rubber belt conveyor is ideal when you need workers to stand next to the conveyor. The box style conveyor provides safety and increases the efficacy of the manufacturing process. This style of conveyor makes moving materials from one point to another very easily.

Each model offers solutions for different needs and industries. Contact us to speak with us about your conveyor design today.

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What you need to know about the Fan Belt

The fan belt is a flexible synthetic rubber band which connects various engine components together.

It has a long series of teeth running along the inner surface of the belt which generate traction, allowing it to grip to the shafts it connects and keeping it from slipping off at any point. The fan belt is used to transfer rotational power from one place to another in the engine.

It works in a very similar way to the timing belt; the only real difference is that it connects a different set of rotating shafts together. It is called the fan belt because one of the shafts which it connects to is the spinning engine cooling fan.

If you can hear a belt squeaking whenever the engine on your vehicle is switched on then it is likely to be a problem with the fan belt. As it wears thinner, the texture of the fan belt changes to cause a loud squeaking as it makes contact with engine shafts. This is a clear sign that you need to have your fan belt replaced. It is a procedure which you can do yourself, but it will take a couple of hours and can be a fiddly process depending on the make and model of your vehicle.

A good quality fan belt will be designed to minimize the amount of friction generated within your car’s engine. Newer fan belts are made with curved teeth exactly for this purpose.

Decreased friction in the engine will increase the overall performance of your engine. It will also mean that the belt will last longer and will have to be replaced less often. If you are worried that your fan belt may be wearing out then you should take your vehicle in to be checked over by a professional. They will let you know the condition of your fan belt and whether you should have it changed immediately.

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