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GATES 38452 Light Duty Self-Adjusting Belt Tensioner, Thermoplastic Pulley - Vehicle Self-Adjusting Belt Tensioners
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GATES 38452 Light Duty Self-Adjusting Belt Tensioner, Thermoplastic Pulley

The GATES Belt Tensioner is a self-adjusting belt tensioner, model 38452, designed for light-duty applications. It features a single thermoplastic pulley and is manufactured by GATES. This product is a vehicle…

SKU 3G-OTH-486360

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GATES
Item
38452 Light Duty Self-Adjusting Belt Tensioner, Thermoplastic Pulley
Part Number
38452
Category
Vehicle Self-Adjusting Belt Tensioners
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
38452
Type
38452, Light Duty, Thermoplastic
Pulleys
1
Pulley Material
Thermoplastic
Performance Rating
Light Duty

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Product Description

The GATES Belt Tensioner is a self-adjusting belt tensioner, model 38452, designed for light-duty applications. It features a single thermoplastic pulley and is manufactured by GATES. This product is a vehicle self-adjusting belt tensioner.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GATES 38452 belt tensioner used for?

The GATES 38452 self-adjusting belt tensioner maintains proper tension on accessory drive belts in light-duty vehicle applications. Its single thermoplastic pulley reduces noise and wear, helping extend belt and component life in automotive and small-engine systems.

What are the specifications of the GATES 38452 belt tensioner?

The GATES 38452 is a light-duty, self-adjusting belt tensioner with one thermoplastic pulley. It is manufactured by GATES under part number 38452. Designed for vehicle accessory drives, it automatically compensates for belt stretch to maintain optimal tension.

Where to buy the GATES 38452 belt tensioner worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the GATES 38452 belt tensioner to customers worldwide. As a global industrial sourcing partner, we handle logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for pricing and lead time on this light-duty tensioner.

How to install a GATES self-adjusting belt tensioner?

Installation typically involves relieving belt tension with a breaker bar or tensioner tool, removing the old unit, and bolting the new GATES 38452 in place. Always follow the vehicle manufacturer's torque specs and routing diagram. Ensure the pulley rotates freely before final assembly.

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Common applications for GATES
CNC equipment — PowerGrip GT3 timing belts with 3 mm pitch for precise positioning of cutting tools.
Packaging lines — Polychain GT Carbon timing belts with 8 mm pitch for high-load conveyor drives.
Industrial machinery — 4L section V-belts for light-duty power transmission between motor and driven equipment.
Printing presses — PowerGrip GT2 Twin Power dual-sided belts for synchronous drive on multiple rollers.
Agricultural equipment — PowerGrip GT4 timing belts with 14 mm pitch for high-torque drives on harvesters.
Textile machinery — Polychain GT Carbon timing belts with 5 mm pitch for synchronized yarn feeding.
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3G Electric supplies GATES vehicle self-adjusting belt tensioners. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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