What is the toughest V belt?

Kevlar / Aramid belts are created to be stronger than standard v-belts. In a Kevlar conveyor 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.

What is the difference between V-belts?

In flat belt drive, only one surface of the belt remains in contact with the pulleys. In V-belt drive, two side surfaces of the belt remain in contact with the pulleys. Power transmission capacity of flat belt is comparatively lower due to higher chance of slip.

What kind of belts do simply bearings use?

At Simply Bearings we don’t just stock bearings and bearing housings; for example, our large modern warehouse also contains timing belts, V belts, drive belts and many more replacement engineering parts. We aim to take the hard work out of shopping for parts.

Where to buy V belts in the UK?

Simply Bearings is one of the UK’s most renowned retailers of bearings, drive belts, bearing housings, V belts and other engineering parts. We aim to take the stress out of purchasing engineering parts.

What kind of belt do I need for a mechanical drive?

Here at Simply Bearings we stock a comprehensive range of V belts, or wedge belts, for mechanical drives. We carry Optibelt classic belts as well as the Continental, Continental Powerspan and Major Brand ranges in all diameters and sections. V belts are now the basic standard belt for power transmission.

What kind of material is a V belt made of?

They are manufactured from rubber or polymer, sometimes with fibres added for extra strength. They are trapezoidal in cross section, which is why they are given the name V (or sometimes “wedge”) belts. The V shape of the belt fits into a groove on the pulley so it cannot slip.