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The U-Type® Stainless Steel with UST Tensioner is made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel components. The self-contained UST Spring Tensioner maintains low, uniform blade pressure across width of belt and allows for visual tension inspection.
Specifications
UST Spring Tensioner
Maximum Belt Speed:
C-Blade/F-Blade: 1000 fpm (5.0 m/sec)
V-Blade: 1200 fpm (6.0 m/sec)
Temperature Rating: -30°F to 180°F (-35°C to 82°C)
Usable Blade Wear Length:
V-Blade and C-Blade: 3/8" (9 mm)
F-Blade: 1-3/4" (44 mm)
Blade Materials:
C-Blade: Impact Resistant Tungsten Carbide with Rubber Backer (works with mechanical fasteners)
V-Blade: Long Life Tungsten Carbide with Rubber Backer (for vulcanized belts only and counter-sunk fasteners)
F-Blade: Urethane 90 durometer
Pole Diameter:
18" to 60" cleaners: 2-3/8" (60 mm)
72" to 84" cleaners: 2-7/8" (75 mm)
Available for Belt Widths: 18" to 96" (450 to 2400 mm)
Installation
Pole Length:
Cleaner size up to 60" (1500 mm): Belt width plus 46" (1150 mm)
Cleaner size 72" and up (1800 mm): Belt width plus 52" (1300 mm)
For longer requirements, see Pole Extenders under Belt Cleaner Accessories.
Horizontal clearance required: See specification chart; varies by cleaner size
