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B E L T C O N S T R U C T I O N
Conveyor Belt Components
BELT CONSTRUCTION
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Provides superior bonding to covers and
insulation gum
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Allows high flexibility and low elongation
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Galvanized to provide barrier against corrosion
Top Cover
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Protects steel cords
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Various compounds
available
Bottom Cover
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Protects steel cords
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Various compounds
available
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Helps determine
power consumption
Insulation Gum
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Penetrates and adheres to
steel cords
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Provides superior corrosion
resistance
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Provides improved
splice efficiency
Steel Cord
Flexsteel
®
Stacker
®
ST3500/48 3/4" x 1/4"
Belt
Construction
Belt Width
Inches
Bottom or Pulley
Cover Gauge
Top Cover
Gauge
Rubber
Compound
Belt breaking strength
in kilonewtons per
meter width
BELT CONSTRUCTION NOMENCLATURE EXAMPLE: