As trusted suppliers of both Optibelt and Fenner transmission belts, YB Components is proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of industrial transmission belts and related accessories. With decades of experience in the industry, we offer a comprehensive range of high-performance solutions designed to meet the demanding requirements of various industrial applications. Whether you’re seeking superior durability, efficient power transmission, or reduced maintenance downtime, the options for both Optibelt and Fenner ensures we can deliver the right belt for your needs.
At YB Components, we are committed to supplying only the highest quality products from globally recognised brands. Our strong partnerships with manufacturers like Optibelt and Fenner enable us to maintain consistent supply and fast delivery times across the UK and Europe. From standard V-belts to specialised drive components, we provide expert technical support and a reliable supply chain that keeps your operations running smoothly.
In this blog post, we’ll be having a look the industrial transmission belt offerings from Optibelt and Fenner, two of the most trusted names in the industry. We’ll explore where their product ranges, where they overlap, and how each can serve as a reliable alternative to other leading brands. Whether you’re looking for premium performance, cost efficiency, or specific application compatibility, this comparison between Optibelt and Fenner will help you determine which belt best suits your operational needs.
Fenner Classic V Belt
Light Duty, Wrapped V-belt Relative Power 75%
Ideal for high ratio or small pulley drives, the Fenner® Classic V belt has a specially treated jacket to give superior anti-static, heat and oil resistant properties which exceeds the new industry anti-ignition standards.
- Accuracy and stability of length
- One-shot tensioning for fit-and-forget reliability
- Extended temperature range -40°C to +70°C
- PB® (Precision Build) technology, eliminating the need for matching
- Fully approved by all international standards
- BS 3790 (British Standard)
- ISO 4184 (International Standards Organisation)
- DIN 7753 (German Institute for Standardization)
- Static conductive in accordance with ISO 1813
- Conforms to American Petroleum Institute specifications
Optibelt Classic V Belt
Classic V-Belts
Thanks to its versatility, the Optibelt VB is the classic choice among drive belts. Its strengths are especially evident in challenging drives for agricultural machinery, as well as in unique applications like V-flat drives in mechanical engineering.
- Excellent operating reliability
- Numerous special designs
- Electrically conductive
- Optimum operating features
- For universal use
- Uniform power transmission
- More flexible than wedge belts
- Friction-resistant cover fabric
- Temperature range -30°C to +90°C
- ISO 4184 (International Standards organisation)
- DIN 2215 (German Institute for Standardisation)
Optibelt Red Power 3
High Performance V-Belts
The new design with Optibelt RED POWER 3 V-belts allows for a more compact and cost-efficient setup by reducing the number of belts required, which also decreases axle and bearing loads.
- S=C Plus
- Unmeasurably usable in sets
- Maintenance-free
- Suitable for back tensioning rollers
- Electrically conductive
- Up to 50% more power than optibelt SK
- Temperature range -30°C to +100°C
- ISO 4184 (International Standards organisation)
- DIN 7753 Teil 1 (German Institute for Standardisation)
Fenner Ultra Plus
Medium Duty, Wrapped Wedge Belt Relative Power 100%
Designed for use in single or multi-belt drives, Fenner® Ultra PLUS transmission belts deliver maximum cost and performance benefits by utilising low elongation polyester cords and abrasion resistant impregnated jacket fabric.
- Ideal for use in single or multi-belt drives
- One-shot tensioning for fit-and-forget reliability
- Extended temperature range -55°C to +70°C
- PB® (Precision Build) technology, eliminating the need for matching
- Conditionally oil resistant
- Fully approved by all international standards
- BS 3790 (British Standard)
- ISO 4184 (International Standards Organisation)
- DIN 7753 (German Institute for Standardization)
- Electrically conductive in accordance with ISO 1813
- Conforms to American Petroleum Institute specifications
Fenner Quatro Plus CRE
Heavy Duty, Cogged Raw Edge EPDM Wedge Belt Relative Power 150%
The Fenner® Quattro PLUS CRE is a step forward in belt technology. It’s high performance unique polyester tension member and EPDM contact section allows it to transmit 26% more power than traditional CRE range and offers up to 15% longer service life.
- Synthetic rubber EPDM heavy duty wedge belt
- Embedding compound for stable power transfer
- Enhanced tooth profile improves belt flexibility, reducing bending resistance and increasing efficiency and life
- Unique construction of the polyester tension member improves accuracy and stability of belt length
- Reduced belt weight lowers inertia and reduces vibration allowing smoother running
- Lower pre-tensioning force allows longer bearing life and extends maintenance periods between re-tensioning
- Abrasion resistant compound for enhanced durability
- Extended temperature range -40°C to +130°C
- PB® (Precision Build) technology, eliminating the need for matching
- Conditionally oil resistant
- Fully approved by all international standards
- BS 3790 (British Standard)
- ISO 4184 (International Standards Organisation)
- DIN 7753 (German Institute for Standardization)
- Electrically conductive in accordance with ISO 1813
- Conforms to American Petroleum Institute specifications
Optibelt Super XE Power Pro M=S
High Performance Wedge Belts – Raw Edge, Moulded Cogged
The maintenance-free Optibelt SUPER XE-POWER PRO M=S ranks among the most powerful drive belts available. Its innovative design enables new opportunities for friction-locked drives, even with the smallest pulley diameters, under extreme temperature conditions, and at very high speeds.
- Fit for back idlers
- Very quiet running at very high torque levels
- M=S Set Constant
- Maintenance free
- + 20% power to optibelt SUPER X-POWER M=S
- Temperature range -40°C to +120°C
- ISO 4184 (International Standards organisation)
- DIN 7753 Teil 1 (German Institute for Standardisation)
The Optibelt SUPER XE-POWER PRO M=S is a reliable alternative to Fenner Quattro PLUS CRE and Fenner Ultra PLUS CRE belts. YB Components supplies both Optibelt and Fenner V and wedge belts, along with a wide range of other brands.
Fenner Ultra Plus CRE
Medium Duty, Cogged Raw Edge Wedge Belt Relative Power 120%
The Fenner® Ultra PLUS CRE belt is ideal for use in high ratio applications often required by today’s compact drive envelopes. Combining flexibility with structural stability, it offers higher running efficiency than wrapped belts.
- Special compounds improve flexibility and strength
- Higher running efficiency than wrapped belts
- Run cooler than wrapped belts
- Extended temperature range -30°C to +70°C
- PB® (Precision Build) technology, eliminating the need for matching
- Conditionally oil resistant
- Fully approved by all international standards
- BS 3790 (British Standard)
- ISO 4184 (International Standards Organisation)
- DIN 7753 (German Institute for Standardization)
- Electrically conductive in accordance with ISO 1813
- Conforms to American Petroleum Institute specifications
Fenner Torque Drive Plus 3
HTD Synchronous Torque Drive PLUS 3 Belt Relative Power 150%
The state-of-the-art Fenner® Torque Drive PLUS 3 (TDP3) works with standard HTD pulleys to provide the ultimate combination of power capacity, low noise and high accuracy in a belt drive.
Manufactured using the latest materials and production technology, Fenner® Torque Drive PLUS 3 continues to push the boundaries of belt engineering.
- The highest power rating for rubber/glassfibre belts
- Enhanced compounding and glassfibre cord excel in highly dynamic applications
- Minimum backlash for precise positioning
- Ultra compact and cost effective drives
- Polyamide facing layer reduces noise and belt tooth wear
- Runs optimally on standard HTD pulleys
- Fully approved by all international standards
- PAH category 2 according to 2014 AfPSS:01 PAK
- ISO 13050 (International Standards Organisation)
- Anti-static as standard to ISO 9563 (1990)
- Ambient operating temperature -25°C to +100°C
Optibelt Vario Power
Variable Speed Belts
Optibelt VARIO POWER variable speed belts are the preferred choice for infinitely variable speed control. The special belt structure allows high dynamic loads, superior power transmission capability and excellent control characteristics
- High power transmission
- Electrically conductive
- High transverse strength
- Long life
- Low stretch polyester or aramid cord
- Quiet running
- Allows drive ratios up to 1:12
- High flexibility
- Temperature range -30°C to +90°C
Fenner HTD High Torque Drive Belt
HTD Synchronous Belt Relative Power 100%
Fenner® HTD timing belts are the first generation of metric curvilinear tooth form synchronous belts for high torque drives.
- Curvilinear tooth improves stress distribution for higher tooth strength
- Offers a more compact drive than classical timing belt drives
- Fully approved by all international standards ISO 13050 (International Standards Organisation)
- Ambient operating temperature -20°C to +100°C
- Ozone-resistant
While both Optibelt and Fenner offer a wide range of products, we’ve focused on their most popular options. Hopefully, this gives you a better understanding of which transmission belt is best suited to your specific needs.
At YB Components, we stock and source a wide range of industrial parts, including, gearboxes and motors, couplings and clutches, bearings and belts, even obsolete and hard to find items. so if you need any Optibelt and Fenner transmission belts, please contact us.
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