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GATES Wedge V-Belt: B178, 181 in Outside Lg, 21/32 in Top Wd, 13/32 in Thick - B Section V-Belts
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GATES Wedge V-Belt: B178, 181 in Outside Lg, 21/32 in Top Wd, 13/32 in Thick

The GATES Wedge V-Belt B178 is a B Section V-Belt made of polyester, with a 13/32 in thickness, 21/32 in top width, and 181 in outside length. 3G Electric interprets customer demand and delivers this genuine…

SKU 3G-OTH-113372

Also listed as: B 178 · B-178

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Wedge V-Belt: B178, 181 in Outside Lg, 21/32 in Top Wd, 13/32 in Thick
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B Section V-Belts
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20 Woodlands Link #09-05, Singapore 738733
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
B178
Type
Polyester
Top Wd
21/32 in
Thick
13/32 in
Outside Lg
181 in
Industry Number
B178

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Product Description

The GATES Wedge V-Belt B178 is a B Section V-Belt made of polyester, with a 13/32 in thickness, 21/32 in top width, and 181 in outside length. 3G Electric interprets customer demand and delivers this genuine industrial belt across 14 departments — and far more — with specialist depth in combustion, pumps and controls as a trust anchor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Gates B178 wedge V-belt used for?

The Gates B178 wedge V-belt is used in industrial power transmission systems to drive pumps, compressors, fans, and conveyors. Its polyester construction provides high strength and flexibility for reliable operation under heavy loads in manufacturing, HVAC, and material handling applications.

What are the specifications of the Gates B178 V-belt?

The Gates B178 wedge V-belt has an outside length of 181 inches, a top width of 21/32 inches, and a thickness of 13/32 inches. It is made of polyester and carries industry number B178. This B-section belt is designed for demanding industrial drives.

Where to buy a Gates B178 V-belt worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the Gates B178 wedge V-belt to customers worldwide. As a global industrial sourcing partner, we handle full logistics and customs clearance to deliver this B-section belt to your facility. Contact us for pricing and lead time on your order.

How to select the correct Gates wedge V-belt for my application?

To select the correct Gates wedge V-belt, measure the pulley groove width and center distance to determine the belt section and length. For the B178, confirm your drive requires a B-section belt with an outside length of 181 inches. Consult the drive design manual for proper tensioning and alignment.

Used in

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

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

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