Overview
The Gates 3VX1000 is a narrow-section Super HC® molded notch V-belt (Series 9412) engineered for demanding industrial power transmission applications. Constructed with Gates’ proprietary ethylene material and flex-bonded polyester-reinforced EPDM compound, this belt delivers superior performance in high-horsepower, space-constrained drive systems. The 100-inch outside circumference design fits a wide range of industrial machinery requiring reliable, efficient power transfer.
Key Features
- Superior Horsepower Rating: Transmits up to 3× the horsepower versus comparably sized belts
- Molded Notches: Reduce thermal and bending stresses for improved flexibility and longer service life
- Flex-Bonded Construction: Flex-bonded tensile cords vulcanized as one solid unit, making the belt highly resistant to tensile and flexing forces, fatigue and shock loads
- Temperature Range: -70 to 250 deg F operating temperature for year-round reliability
- Precision Manufacturing: Precision-ground straight sidewalls give uniform wedging action and machined belt edge provides maximum sheave-groove contact for even wear and extended belt life
- Oil & Contamination Resistance: Proprietary Flex-Weave® cover protects the belt’s interior from oil, contaminants and heat
Technical Specifications
- Section: 3VX (narrow section)
- Part Number: 3VX1000 (Series 9412)
- Top Width: 3/8 in
- Outside Circumference: 100 inches
- Thickness: 21/64 in
- Ribs: 1
- Minimum Pulley Diameter: 3.82 in
- Material: EPDM, Flex-Bonded Polyester Reinforced
- Construction Type: Molded Notch with Cogged Profile
- Weight: 0.40 lbs per belt
- Standards Compliance: Meets ARPM/RMA IP-3-2 oil and heat resistant standards and IP-3-3 static conductivity requirements; REACH and RoHS 2 compliant
Typical Applications
Highly recommended for use on all industrial heavy-duty, narrow section V-belt drives. The Gates 3VX1000 is ideal for:
- Compressors and pumps requiring compact, high-power designs
- Industrial motors and gearbox applications
- High-speed conveyor systems and material handling equipment
- Agricultural and construction equipment with tight mounting constraints
- HVAC and refrigeration equipment
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Gates Super HC® Sheaves and V-belt drives
- Standard 3VX section pulley systems
- Industrial drive systems rated for narrow-section V-belts
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Previous-generation Gates 3VX1000 narrow-section V-belts
- Equivalent 100-inch narrow-section belts from other manufacturers with matching 3VX profile
- Verify exact pulley compatibility before ordering
Works With
- Gates belt tensioning tools and installation equipment
- Standard V-belt pulley groove systems (3VX section profile)
- Industrial power transmission systems and machinery
