Overview
The Gates 9274-6160 Polychain GT Carbon Belt (14MGT-2240-68) is Gates’ most powerful synchronous belt, specifically designed for high-torque, low-speed drives in industrial automation and motion control systems. This belt has been designed for optimum performance on high torque, low speed drives in any industrial application. The 14MGT designation identifies a 14mm pitch, 160-tooth configuration with 68mm width, delivering consistent power transmission across extended center distances.
Key Features
- Carbon-Fiber Reinforcement: Gates uses patented Carbon Fiber tensile cords for increased horsepower rating, compactness, and flexibility, while also allowing the use of backside idlers.
- Polyurethane Construction: Durable polyurethane construction resists chemicals, oil, pollutants, and abrasion.
- Temperature Range: Fully operational in temperature extremes of -54°C to +85°C (-65°F to +185°F).
- Sprocket Compatibility: Poly Chain GT Carbon belts operate on Poly Chain GT sprockets and do not require any adaptation of existing GT2 applications.
- Lightweight, Maintenance-Free: When combined with Gates Poly Chain GT2 sprockets, you’ll have a lightweight, long-lasting, maintenance-free system that’s more than a match for roller chain.
Technical Specifications
The 14MGT-2240-68 configuration provides 160 teeth across a 2240mm pitch length at 68mm belt width, optimized for industrial synchronous drive applications requiring high load-carrying capacity and extended center distances.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation equipment and conveyor systems
- Motion control and positioning drives
- High-torque, low-speed power transmission
- Material handling and assembly machinery
- Heavy-duty industrial drive systems
- Applications replacing V-belts or older synchronous belts
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Gates Poly Chain GT sprockets (existing or new installations)
- Industrial automation control systems
- Variable and fixed speed drive mechanisms
- Long center distance conveyor and transmission systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Direct replacement for Gates 14MGT-2240-68 synchronous belt applications
- Upgrade option for legacy V-belt or older synchronous belt drives requiring 2240mm pitch length and 68mm width
Works With
- Gates Poly Chain GT sprockets (no adaptation required)
- Standard industrial drive and transmission systems
- Backside idler bearing systems
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs) and AC/DC motor controllers
