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Gates B173 Hi-Power II V-Belt

Gates B173 Hi-Power II V-Belt

The Gates B173 Hi-Power II V-Belt is engineered for demanding industrial applications, offering reliable power transmission with its robust construction. Featuring a smooth-sided design and a Hi-Power II rubber compound, this belt is built to resist oil, heat, ozone, sunlight, weather, and aging, ensuring long service life even in challenging environments. Its Flex-Bonded Cords provide uniform load distribution and absorb bending stress without deterioration, while Gates Curves ensure proper cord support and full contact with the sheave-groove for consistent performance. The Flex-Weave Cover offers extended protection against oil, dirt, and heat, and the belt is static conductive, making it suitable for ATEX environments. Designed for all industrial applications, including v-flat drives, this belt offers an excellent performance/cost ratio.

Technical Details

The Gates B173 Hi-Power II V-Belt is a classical, non-cogged V-belt with a B-section profile. It has an outside circumference of 176 inches and a pitch length of 173 inches. Constructed with a Neoprene body compound and polyester cord reinforcement, it is designed for heavy-duty applications. The belt measures 21/32" in width and 7/16" in thickness. It operates within a temperature range of -30°F to 185°F and is resistant to oil, heat, ozone, sunlight, weather, and aging. The belt is static conductive and meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards.

Technical Specifications

Belt Section B
Outside Circumference 176 inches
Pitch Length 173 inches
Top Width Not specified in the provided context (standard for B-section belts is typically ~0.75 inches)
Thickness 7/16"
Number of Strands 1
Cord Material Polyester Cord
Cogged Yes
Anti-Static Yes
Oil & Heat Resistant Yes
Max Operating Temp 185°F
Min Operating Temp -30°F