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GATES Timing Belt: One Side, Curvilinear, Polychain GT Carbon, 8 mm Pitch, 21 mm Top Wd - GT Section Timing Belts
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GATES Timing Belt: One Side, Curvilinear, Polychain GT Carbon, 8 mm Pitch, 21 mm Top Wd

The GATES Timing Belt: One Side is a curvilinear GT Section Timing Belt from the Polychain® GT® Carbon™ series. It features an 8 mm pitch, 21 mm top width, and 60 teeth, with the manufacturer part number 8MGT-480-21.

SKU 3G-OTH-136843

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Timing Belt: One Side, Curvilinear, Polychain GT Carbon, 8 mm Pitch, 21 mm Top Wd
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Manufacturer Part Number
8MGT-480-21
Type
Curvilinear, Polychain® GT® Carbon™
Pitch
8 mm
Top Wd
21 mm
Teeth
60
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3G Electric (S) Pte. Ltd. — Singapore

Product Description

The GATES Timing Belt: One Side is a curvilinear GT Section Timing Belt from the Polychain® GT® Carbon™ series. It features an 8 mm pitch, 21 mm top width, and 60 teeth, with the manufacturer part number 8MGT-480-21.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GATES Polychain GT Carbon timing belt used for?

The GATES Polychain® GT® Carbon™ timing belt is used for high-torque synchronous drive applications in industrial machinery, such as conveyors, pumps, and compressors. Its curvilinear tooth design and carbon tensile cord provide high power transmission with low backlash, making it suitable for precision motion control in manufacturing and processing equipment.

What are the specifications of the GATES 8MGT-480-21 timing belt?

The GATES 8MGT-480-21 timing belt has an 8 mm pitch, 21 mm top width, and 60 teeth, with a curvilinear tooth profile from the Polychain® GT® Carbon™ series. It is a one-sided belt with a carbon tensile cord for high strength and low stretch. The manufacturer part number is 8MGT-480-21, and it is made by GATES.

Where to buy GATES timing belts worldwide?

You can source GATES timing belts, including the 8MGT-480-21, through 3G Electric, a global industrial equipment distributor. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to worldwide destinations. Contact us for availability and lead times; we supply genuine GATES components for industrial applications.

How to select the correct GATES timing belt for an application?

To select the correct GATES timing belt, match the pitch, width, and tooth count to your drive system's pulley specifications. For the Polychain® GT® Carbon™ series, ensure the belt's curvilinear profile aligns with your pulleys. Consider load, speed, and environmental factors; GATES provides design guides for proper selection. Consult a distributor like 3G Electric for assistance.

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Common applications for GATES
Packaging machinery — GATES PowerGrip® HTD® belts for precise indexing and high-torque conveyor drives
CNC machining centers — GATES PowerGrip® trapezoidal belts (H section) for spindle and axis synchronization
Printing presses — GATES PowerGrip® GT®2 Twin Power® dual-sided belts for serpentine roller drives
Material handling systems — GATES PowerGrip® L section belts for light-duty conveyor and transfer applications
Compressor and pump drives — GATES PowerGrip® HTD® belts for high-load, low-slip power transmission
Automated assembly lines — GATES MXL section miniature belts for small-scale precision positioning

GATES Products

3G Electric supplies GATES gt section timing belts. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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