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Mini-Mover Conveyors
a division of Whipple Enterprises

21150 Shake Ridge Road
Volcano,CA 95689 USA

Toll-Free Phone: 800-586-4585
Local Phone: 209-296-5128
Fax: 866-900-5124

[email protected]

Small Conveyor Belt Options

Belting and Cleat Material

The following table shows the most commonly used and cost-effective belting we offer. These conveyor belt materials are comparably priced and suitable for most applications. However, we offer many specialty materials, for uses such as very high temperatures, wipedown, severe chemical exposure and ESD-rated belting for electronics and other static-sensitive environments. Consult with your representative for any questions regarding the most suitable conveyor belt material for your application.

Flat Conveyor Belting Materials by Model No. Designation

Attributes U1 U3 U4 U5
Top Cover Urethane Fabric Urethane Urethane
Lateral Stability 2 ply polyester 2 ply polyester 2 ply polyester 2 ply polyester
Bottom Side Fabric Fabric Fabric Urethane
Edges Cut Cut Cut Heat Sealed
Color White White White White
Thickness 0.06″ 0.04″ 0.06″ 0.06″
FDA Conformance Yes Yes Yes Yes
Temperature Range -22° to 176°F 14° to 158°F -22° to 176°F 5° to 176°F
Antistatically Equipped Yes Yes Yes Yes
Cut/Abrasion Resistance Excellent Fair Good Good
Top Surface Medium Gloss Fabric Satin Low Gloss
Top Adhesion/Friction Med-Adh (Med-Frct) Non-Adh (Med-Frct) Non-Adh (Low-Frct) Non-Adh (Med-Frct)

U1, U2 and U4 belts will withstand product temperatures of up to 212°F in applications where product contact is transitory. Temperature values given above are based on continuous or prolonged product contact that elevates or decreases belt material temperature. Contact your representative for assistance with high-heat applications.

Attributes P1 P2 P3 P4
Top Cover PVC PVC PVC PVC
Lateral Stability 2 ply polyester 2 ply polyester 2 ply polyester 2 ply polyester
Bottom Side Fabric Fabric Fabric Fabric
Edges Cut Cut Cut Cut
Color Black Grey Dk Grey Green
Thickness 0.08″ 0.07″ 0.16″ 0.08″
FDA Conformance No No No No
Temperature Range 32° to 158°F 23° to 122°F 14° to 140°F 14° to 158°F
Antistatically Equipped Yes Yes Yes No
Cut/Abrasion Resistance Good Good Excellent Good
Top Surface Matte Waffled Waved Grid Smooth
Top Adhesion/Friction Non-Adh (Low-Frct) High-Adh (High-Frct) V-High-Adh (High-Frct) High-Adh (Med-Frct)

Flat Conveyor Belting Material Styles

Low-Friction Belts

The U3, U4 and P1 are used primarily for product accumulation and product diverting for side-discharge.

U3 Style

  • Lowest coefficient of friction
  • FDA conformance
  • Urethane impregnated
  • General transport, good for fast product release

U4 Style

  • Low coefficient of friction
  • FDA conformance
  • General food handling
  • Plastics, molding & extruding

P1 Style

  • Low coefficient of friction
  • Minimal reflection for camera & laser inspection
  • Product accumulation
  • Inkjet & bar code printing

General Purpose Belt

U1 Style

  • Versatile belt which provides chemical, cut & abrasion resistance
  • FDA conformance
  • Medium-friction surface

High-Friction Conveyor Belt

P3 Style

  • Low coefficient of friction
  • FDA conformance
  • General food handling
  • Plastics, molding & extruding

Sealed / Severe Duty Belt

P1/U5 Style

  • Low coefficient of friction
  • Minimal reflection for camera & laser inspection
  • Product accumulation
  • Inkjet & bar code printing

Cleated Belts

Cleats (also called carriers, ribs or flights) can be added to flat belting in order to separate or support products, especially in incline & decline applications. Cleats are available on all U-style belts except the U3. Standard cleat styles and sizes are shown below, which are those most commonly used. Cleat heights other than those listed here are also available upon customer request. Please contact your sales representative for non-standard cleat configurations.

Cleated Belt Dimensions 90 Degree Angle

H-Cleat - 90° Upright

Style (h) in. (h) mm
H0 0.16″ 4mm
H1 0.79″ 20mm
H2 1.18″ 30mm
H3 1.58″ 40mm
H4 2.36″ 60mm
T Cleat Dimensions 75 Degree Angle

K-Cleat - 75° Angle

Style (h) in. (h) mm
K5 0.50″ 12mm
K6 1.00″ 25mm
K7 1.50″ 38mm
K8 2.00″ 51mm
K9 2.50″ 64mm

Application Suggestions

Food Preparation

Incline & Decline

  • High Grip
  • Impact Loads
  • Medium Grip

Special Usage