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Ribbed back of the belt
Reduced flexural stress
increases the effectiveness of
the system
Core Compound
The polyurethane plastic is
highly resistant to UV radiation,
corrosion and wear
Illustration 1:
Belt structure of the Carbon Drive™ System
Please note:
Please note
Small cracks on the back of the belt may occur after some amount of use. These
Small cracks on the back of the belt may occur after some amount of use. These are normal.
are normal. If there are cracks at the dedendum (the radial distance between the
If there are cracks at the tooth where it meets the back of the belt however, the belt will
pitch circle and the bottom of the tooth), however, the belt will need to be replaced.
need to be replaced.
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Special tooth shape
Optimal meshing of the
sprockets and the belt teeth
provides the best power
transfer.
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High-strength carbon
Because of the belt's
carbon fiber cords only a
low amount of tension is
required for every field of
application
Nylon jacket
A rugged and flexible
layer of fabric makes the
teeth strong and resistant
to wear
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