Chevron belts: These can be divided into V cleat and Y cleat belts. The grooves originate from the centre line outward. Chevron belt is used to convey materials at angles that are so steep that the load slips or falls back. The special profiles on such belts make increased angles of inclination possible compared with smooth surface belts
• Approximately 30° for slightly rolling materials, such as gravel, coal etc.
• Approximately 40° for coheive materials, such as wet sand, earth etc.
• Approximately 25° up to 35° for packages, such as sacks, bales (paper hessian) etc.
V Cleat & Y Cleat
V Cleat – V cleat belts have integrally molded cleats. Patterns are designed to aggressively transfer free-flowing material. Pattern choice depends on the material being carried and the design of the conveyor. These belts are available in 3 ply or above.
Y Cleat – Chevron Y Cleat Belts are used primarily when the angle of incline becomes too steep for a smooth conventional conveyor belt. The belt is fitted with integrally moulded cleats which prevent the material from sliding backwards as would be the case with a smooth surface belt. Different cleat designs allow the carrying of many types of material, from bulk solids to unit loads.
