Flat belts are useful for line shafting when it comes to transmitting power in factories. This belt is used as a simple system of power transmission. It transmits high power at super high speeds like 500 hp for 10000 ft/min, when it comes to wide belts and large pulleys. There are many carcass materials available for multiple ply belts which depends on the basis of the application. The most favorable and highly recommended ones are polyester/nylon, polyester, nylon, cotton belting etc. These belts are available or equipped with rubber covers, friction surface or bareback.

Here are the types of flat belts available

Canvas flat belt
Nylon flat belt
Elevator belt
High performance flat belts

The canvas flat belt, nylon flat belt, elevator belt is made of rubber, cords, and fabric and are available in many colors. These belts are a type of transmission belt or rubber belt.

Specifications of canvas and nylon flat belts

It pays rigid adherence to the ISI standards.
It is available in sizes of 1” to 5” width
It is available from 1 ply to 4 plies on the basis of the application requirement
It is water proof in nature
It works smoothly, operates quietly, and long belt life.
It has a uniform belt surface with zero splicing
It has a high tensile strength
It is highly coefficient of friction
It is light in weight
You don’t need any lubrication to make it work
It has transverse rigidity.

Specifications of elevator belt

It also pays strict adherence to the ISI standards
It is available in sizes of 5” to 12” width
It is available in 5 to 10 ply combinations
It is available in superior quality for heavy industries application
The canvas-based material of this belt is made of highly durable polyester nylon threads for a long-lasting durability.