Overview
The Gates 880-8MGT-20 is a high-performance PowerGrip GT3 synchronous timing belt engineered for demanding industrial drive systems. This belt features an 8mm pitch profile and 20mm width, delivering smooth, precise power transmission without slippage. Designed for machine tools, paper processing, textile manufacturing, and similar applications where durability and low maintenance are critical, the Gates 880-8MGT-20 provides class-leading power-carrying capacity in a narrow form factor.
Key Features
- Neoprene construction: Resistant to dirt, grease, oil, and moisture for extended belt life
- Fiberglass tensile cords: Provide strength, durability, and resistance to elongation
- Nylon tooth facing: Delivers quieter operation and enhanced wear resistance
- No lubrication required: Eliminates routine maintenance and reduces total cost of ownership
- Patented tooth profile: Optimized for use with Gates PowerGrip GT3 sprockets to increase load capacity and improve registration
- Wide operating temperature range: Functions reliably from -40°C to +140°C (-40°F to +284°F)
Technical Specifications
- Pitch: 8mm (8MGT profile)
- Belt width: 20mm
- Pitch length: 880mm (34.65 inches)
- Number of teeth: 110
- Tooth profile: HTD (Synchronous/GT3)
- Belt material: Neoprene rubber with nylon tooth facing
- Tensile material: Fiberglass cords
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +140°C (-40°F to +284°F) intermittent
- Static conductivity: ISO 9563 compliant
Typical Applications
The Gates 880-8MGT-20 is suitable for a wide range of industrial applications including:
- Machine tools and CNC equipment
- Pumps, compressors, and HVAC systems
- Paper and textile processing machinery
- Conveyors and packaging systems
- Food processing and material handling
- Centrifuges and industrial testing equipment
Synchronous belts like the 880-8MGT-20 provide superior efficiency over chain drives, eliminating metal-to-metal noise and the need for lubrication while delivering consistent power transmission at constant speed.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Gates PowerGrip GT3 sprockets (matching 8mm pitch)
- Any drive system designed for 8MGT synchronous belt profile
- Industrial automation equipment requiring HTD synchronous belts
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Gates 880-8MGT-20 previous production lots
- Other 880mm × 20mm × 8pitch synchronous belts with compatible sprocket profiles
Works With
- HTD/Synchronous drive systems
- Gates PowerGrip sprocket systems
- Standard timing belt pulleys rated for 8mm GT profile
