V belt are the most commonly selected belts for power transmission. V belts provide the best combination of traction, speed transfer, drive load distribution, and long service life.
The belts are generally endless, and their general cross-section shape is trapezoidal or “V” shaped. The “V” shape of the belt tracks in a groove on a pulley or sheave. The V belt wedges into the groove as the load increases, the greater the load the greater the wedging action – creating power distribution and torque to whatever the V belt is operating.
V belt are most commonly rubber or polymer throughout or there may be fibers embedded in the rubber or polymer for strength and reinforcement. Below are the most common sizes, types and application.
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