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Proper Belt End Preparation
Importance of a Square Cut
To prevent mistracking and extend splice life, it is critical to obtain a square cut
off from the centerline of the belt. To achieve this, follow these simple steps:
Skive Impression Cover Before Fastener Installation
It is important to skive off the impression cover of a belt in the area
where fasteners will be applied. This allows the proper size fastener
to be selected and for proper penetration/clinch. Two tools are
available to assist in this process:
Rough Top Belt Skiver
This simple-to-use, hand-held tool skives off the
impression cover when pushed along the belt cover.
RB-1 Belt Grinder
This air-drill attachable tool is made with carbide to cut the
impression cover off the belt. Most standard grinders burn
the impression cover off, which heats and damages the
belt carcass, resulting in shorter splice life.
1. Prior to any work on your conveyors, make certain that the power has been
turned off and the belt is “locked out”.
2. Using a diagonal measurement that is approximately 6" (150 mm) wider than
the belt width, mark the center point of the measurement every 3 to 5 feet down
the length of the belt, for a distance of 15 to 20 feet. Tip: Use a number that is
easily divisible by two for your diagonal measurement. Any even number that is
approximately 6" (150 mm) or wider than the belt width can be used (Fig. A).
3 Using either a steel rule or a chalk line, mark the average centerline across the
belt width (Fig. B).
4. Using a square, draw a line perpendicular to the average centerline across the
belt width (Fig. B).
5. Cut the belt using the Clipper
®
845LD Belt Cutter, following the instructions for
the cutter.
LIGHT-DUTY BELT FASTENER SYSTEMS
48" (1200 mm)
Diagonal Measure
Midpoint
24" (600 mm)
42" Belt
(1060 mm)
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