
Timing belt Gates PPT-2000-8MGT4
- Brand
- GATES
- Category
- Power transmission
- Subcategory
- Timing belts
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Description
GATES PPT-2000-8MGT4 is a reference of timing belt, within Power transmission. Request a quote for PPT-2000-8MGT4 via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with the quote and equivalents.
The Gates PPT 8MGT timing belt is a power transmission component that transmits motion between toothed pulleys without slipping, thanks to its tooth profile that meshes in the grooves. It is used in drives where synchronization and constant transmission ratio are critical, such as in industrial machinery, automation equipment and combustion engines. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this line in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and quotes it via WhatsApp.
The designation of these Gates belts is read from the pitch length and the pitch. For example, in PPT-1200-8MGT4, the first digits indicate the length in millimeters, the abbreviation 8MGT corresponds to the 8 mm metric pitch profile with GT geometry, and the final number indicates the belt width. Thus, PPT-1440-8MGT4 is 1440 mm long and shares the same profile and width as the other references in the series.
PPT 8MGT timing belts are used in drives for machine tools, compressors, pumps, packaging equipment and automated production lines. In Argentina, the food, metalworking, plastics and logistics industries use them to replace chains or gears at points where cleanliness, low noise and high speed are required. They also appear in printing, textile and automotive industry equipment, where exact synchronization is decisive for performance.
To correctly select an 8MGT belt, take into account the number of teeth on the pulleys, the center distance and the power to be transmitted. It is essential to verify pulley alignment and proper tension: a belt that is too tight accelerates wear on the teeth and bearings, while low tension causes tooth jumping. Lubrication does not apply to these belts, but keeping the environment free of oils and contaminants that degrade the rubber compound does.
Regarding equivalences, timing belts are identified by their profile and pitch, so an 8MGT belt can be interchanged with others of similar construction and the same dimensions, as long as the tooth profile matches. When requesting a quote, provide the complete code or the length, width and pitch measurements so we can offer you the right option. If you bring a used belt or the code from another brand, at MR Accesorios Industriales we indicate the compatible alternative.
To order your Gates PPT 8MGT belt, write to us via WhatsApp with the code or measurements you need. We quote you promptly and coordinate the best way to get the product to you. MR Accesorios Industriales has more than 80 years of experience in the field and advises you so you choose the right belt for your application.
Dimensions
- Número de producto
- 9577-50023
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the code PPT-1200-8MGT4 mean?
- The code indicates the pitch length in millimeters (1200), the 8MGT metric pitch profile and the belt width (4). With that data you can identify the exact size and compare it with the belt you need to replace.
- How do I know which timing belt I need for my machine?
- You need to know the number of teeth on the pulleys, the center distance and the power to be transmitted. With that data and the profile of the current belt, we can quote you the right reference. If you have the old code, send it directly.
- Are Gates 8MGT belts compatible with pulleys from other brands?
- Yes, as long as the tooth profile and pitch match. Timing belts are standardized by profile and pitch, so an 8MGT can mesh with pulleys from different brands with the same geometry. Ask us about your particular case.

