E240 v belt e series belt 1 1 2 x 246 e240 v belts are a classic style belt suitable for high speed and high torque drives on industrial agricultural equipment.
E section v belt dimensions.
3l section 3 8 width x 7 32 depth.
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Classic kevlar v belt sections.
In a belt drive system a ratio is used to determine the speed relation between two v belt pulleys.
Standard v belts are manufactured from a special formulated rubber and reinforced high strength polyester cords for uniformity strength.
Gates v belts are engineered to run maintenance free to keep your vehicles moving without the need for lubrication or retensioning.
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Measure the section with a ruler measure the top width of the belt widest part of the vee and then the thickness of the belt.
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The correct section is.
The inside length of the belt is typically 2 less for a 4l belt and 1 1 2 less for a 3l belt.
You ll also need to measure the width and depth to determine which section v belt you have.
The speed ratio would be stable if slippage did not occur.
A ratio is a proportional factor between two similar objects of different sizes.
Additionally these belts are anti staic heat oil resistant.
Classic v belt numbers start with a letter identifying the cross section a through e see v belt dimensions below.
V belt specifications by belt style classic fhp v belt specs.
For example a v belt with a top width of 21 32 and a depth of 7 16 is a b belt.
Classic e240 belts have a special outer wrap for better flexibility traction.
However as belt slip is inevitable the ratio varies and is therefore only theoretical.
An example would be 4l460 which would be 46 long outside 44 inside.
The classic v belts are the most common and economical v belt used in the power transmission industry.
What section is your v belt.
Also keep in mind belts do stretch and unfortunately there is no specific given value for how much a belt can stretche.
You can also use our browning belt rule that includes a gauge to help easily identify belt type.
We ve designed our v belts for wear corrosion and heat resistance with.