{"title":"Belt Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese belts deliver dependable power transmission with strong grip, flexible operation, and long-lasting durability across industrial and agricultural applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"belttension-pix","title":"PIX Analog Belt Tension Tester","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Tensioning: \u003c\/strong\u003ePIX ‘V’ and Wedge belts are manufactured to ensure the precise length and to stay matched during storage and on the drive for many years. This also ensures that each belt, when correctly tensioned, will take the correct share of the load to be transmitted, thus helping to achieve maximum life for the drive.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe recommend using the PIX Belt Tensioning Gauge to obtain the correct tension for the drive thus ensuring optimum life from the belts. This method has been verified by successful drives globally \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of belt tensioning using the PIX Belt Tension Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. Install the belts to be a snug fit around the pulleys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2. Rotate the pulleys a few revolutions to allow the belts to sit correctly in the pulley grooves. Be careful not to trap fingers!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3. Calculate the deflection in mm on the basis of 16 mm per metre of centre distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4. Set the lower black rubber ring on the large tube to the deflection required in mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5. Set the upper ring (on the metal rod) against the top of the large tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6. Place the belt tension indicator on top of the belt at the middle of the centre distance and apply a force at right angles to the belt, deflecting it to the point where the lower rubber ring is level with the top of an adjacent belt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7. Read off the tensioning force value indicated by the bottom edge of the upper rubber ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8. Compare this force to the value in the table and adjust the tension until the correct value is attained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9. A new drive should be tensioned to the 1.3 x tensioning force to allow for belt tension decay during the initial bedding-in period. After approximately 30 minutes of running and after that, the tension should be set to the basic tensioning value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10. For a single belt drive, use a straight edge across the two pulleys to act as a reference point and apply the PIX Belt Tension Gauge as per point 6.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11. If a PIX Belt Tension Gauge is not available, using a spring balance and rule is acceptable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee diagrams: Please click on technical tab\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Pix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52058471530837,"sku":"BELTTENSION-PIX","price":35.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/belttension_pix_ce2c50c6-706a-4444-a652-a8b68735fee6.jpg?v=1781872233"},{"product_id":"optikrik0-opti","title":"Major Brand Belt Tension Gauge Measuring Range 70-150 Newtons","description":"\u003ctable width=\"99%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e    \u003ctd valign=\"top\" align=\"left\" class=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPTIKRIK:\u003c\/strong\u003e OPTIKRIK manual tension testers are the time proven method for measurement. Easy to use with just a press of your finger. The tension testers reliably inspect whether the v-belts or ribbed belt is of the correct tension level. This simplified tension method is intended to simplify the maintenance of belt drives for the fitter in the event that the most important technical data is unknown and the ideal tension level is unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e        \u003col\u003e          \u003cli\u003eDetermine the section of your drive belt.\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eMeasure the diameter of the smaller pulley in the drive system.\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eYou will be able to find the appropriate tension from the table under \"Which gauge should I be using?\".\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eCheck the tension with the Optikrik according to the operating instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ol\u003e        \u003c\/td\u003e  \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Major Brand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52058971636053,"sku":"OPTIKRIK0-OPTI","price":61.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"optikrik2-opti","title":"Major Brand Belt Tension Gauge Measuring Range 500-1400 Newtons","description":"\u003ctable width=\"99%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e    \u003ctd valign=\"top\" align=\"left\" class=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPTIKRIK:\u003c\/strong\u003e OPTIKRIK manual tension testers are the time proven method for measurement. Easy to use with just a press of your finger. The tension testers reliably inspect whether the v-belts or ribbed belt is of the correct tension level. This simplified tension method is intended to simplify the maintenance of belt drives for the fitter in the event that the most important technical data is unknown and the ideal tension level is unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e        \u003col\u003e          \u003cli\u003eDetermine the section of your drive belt.\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eMeasure the diameter of the smaller pulley in the drive system.\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eYou will be able to find the appropriate tension from the table under \"Which gauge should I be using?\".\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eCheck the tension with the Optikrik according to the operating instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ol\u003e        \u003c\/td\u003e  \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Major Brand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52058983694677,"sku":"OPTIKRIK2-OPTI","price":63.62,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/optikrik2.jpg?v=1781190679"},{"product_id":"optikrik1-opti","title":"Major Brand Belt Tension Gauge Measuring Range 150-600 Newtons","description":"\u003ctable width=\"99%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e    \u003ctd valign=\"top\" align=\"left\" class=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPTIKRIK:\u003c\/strong\u003e OPTIKRIK manual tension testers are the time proven method for measurement. Easy to use with just a press of your finger. The tension testers reliably inspect whether the v-belts or ribbed belt is of the correct tension level. This simplified tension method is intended to simplify the maintenance of belt drives for the fitter in the event that the most important technical data is unknown and the ideal tension level is unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e        \u003col\u003e          \u003cli\u003eDetermine the section of your drive belt.\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eMeasure the diameter of the smaller pulley in the drive system.\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eYou will be able to find the appropriate tension from the table under \"Which gauge should I be using?\".\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eCheck the tension with the Optikrik according to the operating instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ol\u003e        \u003c\/td\u003e  \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Major Brand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52058984186197,"sku":"OPTIKRIK1-OPTI","price":61.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/optikrik1_ab67bc74-4ee8-47a8-9455-7c07081806b4.jpg?v=1781190694"},{"product_id":"pullgauge-pix","title":"PIX Pulley Gauge Tool","description":"WO8A7NV0CG","brand":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062508286293,"sku":"PULLGAUGE-PIX","price":18.06,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/pullgauge-pix_800_79239c01-bfdd-4912-a690-5fcc0cc3674c.jpg?v=1781190443"},{"product_id":"tensionmeter-pix","title":"PIX Digital Tension Meter Tool","description":"3B7LP10ZMU","brand":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062508548437,"sku":"TENSIONMETER-PIX","price":903.21,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/tensionmeter-pix_800_99bd9663-0673-49f6-a103-c94e3295757c.jpg?v=1781190446"},{"product_id":"pentgauge-pix","title":"PIX Pentagon Poly-V Belt Wear Gauge Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePIX-Pentagon Poly-V Belt Wear Gauge Tool: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe PIX-Pentagon is a versatile, easy-to-use gauge designed for quick inspection of Poly-V belts. This composite tool allows you to accurately measure rib wear and belt thickness across all Poly-V belt sections. Ideal for preventive maintenance, the PIX-Pentagon helps identify wear-related issues early, ensuring optimal belt performance and reducing the risk of unexpected downtime.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits: \u003c\/strong\u003eEasy to use, portable, durable, quick identification\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Belt Accessories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062514118997,"sku":"PENTGAUGE-PIX","price":9.73,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/pentgauge-pix_800_bdc97c70-9454-4217-952b-b169829b6464.jpg?v=1781530242"},{"product_id":"belthanger-pix","title":"PIX Belt Hanger","description":"76WGH13JGZ","brand":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062514381141,"sku":"BELTHANGER-PIX","price":9.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/belthanger-pix_800_582ada15-7887-4a5c-b1e4-b26f97aef810.jpg?v=1781190448"},{"product_id":"beltmeasure-pix","title":"PIX Collapsible Belt Length Measure Tool","description":"VXFQKXX0YP","brand":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062516707669,"sku":"BELTMEASURE-PIX","price":97.61,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/beltmeasure-pix_800_9d09f41a-d51d-4410-9676-363285ddf84e.jpg?v=1781190442"},{"product_id":"timbeltgauge-pix","title":"PIX Pentagon Timing Belt Wear Gauge Tool","description":"XTV67H214S","brand":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062517035349,"sku":"TIMBELTGAUGE-PIX","price":10.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/timbeltgauge-pix_800.jpg?v=1781190446"},{"product_id":"xaligntool-pix","title":"PIX X Align Laser Guided Pulley Alignment Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePIX X Align Laser Guided Pulley Alignment Tool: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a compact, robust, and easy-to-use device designed to correct pulley misalignment and extend the life of belt drives. Built with nickel-plated brass and proven in harsh environments, it offers precise alignment over distances up to 8 meters, with no special training required. Misaligned pulleys can lead to increased noise, vibration, belt slippage, premature wear, and costly downtime. Traditional alignment methods rely on guesswork and are prone to error, unacceptable for today’s precision machinery. PIX X Align uses laser technology, the industry standard for accurate alignment, delivering unmatched usability, precision, and durability in the field.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits: \u003c\/strong\u003eRobust design, easy to use, ensures precise alignment\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Belt Accessories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062521327957,"sku":"XALIGNTOOL-PIX","price":816.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"pullvgauge-pix","title":"PIX Pulley Gauge Tool for V-Belt Drives","description":"HOBP7R5D7Q","brand":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062522147157,"sku":"PULLVGAUGE-PIX","price":22.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/pullvgauge-pix_800.jpg?v=1781190444"},{"product_id":"beltservicekit-pix","title":"PIX Belt Drive Service Kit","description":"LAAOZ5E1XF","brand":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062522343765,"sku":"BELTSERVICEKIT-PIX","price":1935.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/files\/beltservicekit-pix_800_22d4d935-540d-4dc7-aa54-a50c8485be2c.jpg?v=1781190448"},{"product_id":"beltgauge-pix","title":"PIX Belt Profile Gauge Tool - Allow 2-3 Days","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePIX Belt Profile Gauge Tool: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a lightweight, easy-to-use tool designed to identify a belt's profile when its markings or labels are not visible. Simply insert the belt into the corresponding slot on the gauge to determine its exact section based on top width, thickness, and included angle. This convenient stencil serves as a universal template for assessing the cross-sectional dimensions of all wrapped belt profiles featured on the gauge.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits: \u003c\/strong\u003eEasy to use, portable, durable, quick identification\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Belt Accessories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54117480005973,"sku":"BELTGAUGE-PIX","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1491\/3109\/collections\/New_Category_Images-31.png?v=1776694358","url":"https:\/\/simplybearings.ca\/collections\/belt-accessories.oembed","provider":"Simply Bearings Ltd - Ball Bearings, Oil Seals, O-rings, V-Belts, SKF","version":"1.0","type":"link"}