Classic Cogged V-Belts [AX-BX-CX]

Maxtran's classical cogged single V-belts are essentially traditional V-belts with a corrugated surface and a flat belt. To improve traction, the cogs on the belt's bottom rotate horizontally. Cogged V-belts are capable of withstanding reverse bending, high linear speed, and high speed ratios. They also perform well with sheaves of lower diameter. Except for the cogs, cogged V-belts function similarly to traditional V-belts. The three primary cogged classical V belt designations that Maxtran carries are AX, BX, and CX. The conventional, cogged design of AX section V-belts has a nominal top width of 1/2" and a nominal thickness of 5/16". With a nominal top width of 21/32" and a nominal thickness of 13/32", BX section V-belts feature a traditional, cogged design. The traditional cogged design of CX section V-belts has a nominal top width of 7/8" and a nominal thickness of 17/32" (actual measurements may differ slightly). Actual measurements may differ somewhat. A "X" designates a cogged V-belt, which has grooves running the length of the belt. Since the cogs enable the belt to bend and flex against the pulley, dispersing heat, they operate cooler than conventional V-belts. They work well with drives that twist and turn and pulleys with small diameters. Drive systems that need to transmit power of at least one horsepower employ these V-belts.