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Types of Cleaner Blades
ConShear
™
ConShear
™
LS
MegaShear
™
TuffShear
™
SuperShear
™
P V-Tip
R V-Tip
U F-Blade
U C/V-Blade
F-Tip/Blade -
for mechanically fastened belts
V-Tip/Blade -
for vulcanized belts only
C-Tip/Blade -
for both
Urethane Blades
Not all urethanes are the same. Flexco's urethane blades are specially formulated for abrasion resistance and long wear.
Independent testing has shown that Flexco's urethane blades last as much as 30% longer than other OEM blades.
• Easy on the belt.
• Work well with mechanical splices.
• Economical.
• Specialty formulations for high heat, chemical resistance,
or water removal.
Tungsten Carbide
Excellent for superior cleaning efficiency and long wear. The quality and application of carbides can vary. Flexco has invested years
of research and testing to develop tungsten carbide tips for both vulcanized and mechanically fastened belts. And a quality process
ensures consistent results.
• Superior cleaning.
• Long wear.
• C-Tips/blades for mechanical splices and
V-Tips/blades for vulcanized belts.
For optimal cleaning and reduced blade retensioning, the cleaner blade width should be sized to fit the material path of the belt. The
material path is typically the center 2/3 of the belt width. Choosing a blade only slightly wider than the material path can decrease
differential blade wear which reduces blade retensioning maintenance, as well as reducing the frequency of blade replacement.
The “Material Path” Option (for Precleaners)
Match blade width to belt’s material path
Material Path
Belt Width
Blade Width
Material Path
Belt Width
Blade Width
Belt Width Minus 14" (350mm)
Material Path
Belt Width
Blade Width
Belt Width Minus 2" (50mm)
Belt Width Minus 8" (200mm)
Precleaner options
1. Aggressive -
excellent cleanability, high risk for belt damage.
2. 90º to belt -
good cleaning efficiency; must have good blade
relief for splices.
3. Wiping -
a little less cleaning power; safer on belts in poor
condition or with poor mechanical splices.
Blade Angle (Secondary Cleaners)
Belt Direction
1
2
3
7
Less advanced urethane formulations
result in blades that experience quicker
wear and provide less-efficient cleaning.
H V-Tip H Protected V-Tip
Poor quality carbide wears
unevenly, with high points.
C-Tip
Secondary options
DryWipe
Blade
HXF2