Taconic PTFE Fiberglass & Silicone Rubber Coated Belts
Taconic manufactures PTFE and silicone rubber coated fiberglass belts that offer exceptional release properties, outstanding flexibility and superior temperature resistance
Taconic PTFE coated conveyor belts provide a durable, nonstick release surface for tortilla, flatbread, bakery, and food processing applications.
Choosing the Right Belting Material
Temperature Range
PTFE and silicone rubber coated belts can withstand continuous temperatures from -100°F to 500°F.
Pliability
Pulley diameter is critical. Thinner materials, including 0.010" and under, are more pliable than heavier coated fabrics.
Release Qualities
Surface finishes range from rough, semi-porous finishes to super smooth release surfaces.
Strength
Tensile and tear strength should match the load weight, belt speed and tension of the application.
Applications
- Food Processing
- Packaging
- Screen Printing
- Apparel
- Plastic Film Lamination
- Heat Sealing
- Rubber Processing
- Textiles
- Carpet Fabrication
Features
- Durability
- Temperature resistance
- Chemical resistance
- Optimal release, even for wheat-based food products
- Dimensional stability
Fabric Grades
Premium
Heavy PTFE coating provides easy release, high chemical resistance and electrical strength.
Standard
Smooth surface with excellent nonstick properties. The most widely used PTFE-glass belt grade.
Mechanical & Economy
Light PTFE coating for economical applications where increased surface texture is useful.
Crease & Tear Resistant
Substantially higher tear strength for high-speed applications.
Anti-Static / Conductive
Specially treated fabric helps reduce static build-up.
Porous / Open Mesh
Allows airflow through the belt to promote drying, curing and bonding of inks, pigments and powders.
Silicone Rubber Coated Fiberglass
Excellent release up to 500°F with superior abrasion, flex and chemical resistance.
Fabrication Options
Taconic offers metallic, non-metallic, endless and open splices to accommodate your unique belting requirements.
Non-Metallic Splices
Fabric notched splice, PEEK lacing, self loop or smart loop splice options offer durability and flexibility.
Metallic Splices
Alligator and clipper splices are durable, easy to use and allow installation without taking machinery apart.
Endless Splices
Butt, overlap and scarfed splice options provide smooth working surfaces and durable seams.
Edge Reinforcements, Tracking & Guiding
Heat Sealed PTFE Film Edge
PTFE film strips heat sealed to belt edges for a 1/2" or 1" surface.
Heat Sealed Fabric Edge
Six mil fabric heat sealed to belt edges for a 1" or 2" surface.
Fabric Edge, Sewn & Sealed
Commonly used on open mesh belting for extra reinforcement.
Grommets
Nickel plated brass grommets are offered in multiple I.D. sizes.
Guide Snaps
Nickel plated brass snaps are available in .37" diameter and .12" deep.
Silicone Rubber Guides
Guide options help support accurate tracking.
Kevlar® Guide Cord
4x4mm woven Kevlar® reinforced guide cord.
Two-Ply Belts
Two plies of PTFE coated fiberglass are laminated together with staggered splices to provide smooth, continuous thickness along the entire belt length. This helps provide a uniform seal in packaging and heat sealing applications. Belts are typically available in widths of 1/2" to 3".
PTFE & Silicone Rubber Coated Belt Typical Values
Open Mesh Belting Typical Values
The data herein are averages based on the authoritative testing of several lot numbers. This information is intended for comparison purposes only.
Ordering Your Taconic Belt
Please have the belt dimensions, desired splice, edge reinforcement, tracking devices and any special fabrication instructions available when requesting a custom belt.
Drive pulley recommendations: minimum drive pulley diameter is 6" for heavyweight belting and 3" for all other materials.