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GATES B178 B Section V-Belt

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

Brand
GATES
Item
B178 B Section V-Belt
Part Number
B178
Category
B Section V-Belts
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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.

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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 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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