The most widely used process-industry belt: straight-running, high tensile strength and economical.
Balanced weave stainless steel wire mesh conveyor belt
Balanced weave belts are the most commonly used belts across process industries — food processing, glass, ceramic and metal working. Left-hand and right-hand spirals are linked together with a crimped cross rod.
Because the stresses on both sides are evenly balanced, the belt runs smooth and straight with minimal expansion along its length or width and very little tendency to creep to either side of the drive pulley.
Alternating left-hand and right-hand spirals joined by crimped cross rods. The balanced construction keeps the belt tracking straight.
Width, length, wire diameter, mesh, material and edge finish are made to your requirement. Available edges: Welded edge, Bent edge, Chain edge. See belt edge types.
Values as published by Roshan Industries. Other combinations made to order — confirm final specification with our engineers.
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-3: (2)-36-86-16 | 1.60 | 1.60 mm | 22.00 |
| R-3: (2)-48-94-16 | 1.60 | 1.60 mm | 23.30 |
| R-3: (2)-69-114-18 | 1.20 | 1.20 mm | 16.30 |
| R-3: (3)-28-71-14 | 2.00 | 2.00 mm | 24.50 |
| R-3: (4)-26-80-14-16 | 2.00 | 1.62 mm | 19.50 |
Bracketed figure denotes the number of rods per set of coil.
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Spiral wire dia. | Wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-4: 96-84-22 | 8" | 0.71 mm | 0.71 mm | 5.20 |
| R-4: 96-84-20 | 8" | 0.91 mm | 0.91 mm | 6.45 |
| R-4: 84-84-20 | 7" | 0.91 mm | 0.91 mm | 5.40 |
| R-4: 84-84-20 | 7" | 1.20 mm | 1.20 mm | 12.20 |
| R-4: 72-72-20 | 6" | 0.91 mm | 0.91 mm | 6.00 |
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Wire dia. | Spiral wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-5: 60-48-16 | 5" | 1.60 mm | 1.60 mm | 13.50 |
| R-5: 60-55-16 | 5" | 1.60 mm | 1.60 mm | 14.65 |
| R-5: 60-42-16 | 5" | 1.60 mm | 1.60 mm | 12.30 |
| R-5: 60-38-16 | 5" | 2.00 mm | 2.00 mm | 20.20 |
| R-5: 60-48-16 | 5" | 2.00 mm | 1.60 mm | 17.40 |
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Spiral wire dia. | Wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-6: 48-52-18 | 4" | 1.20 mm | 1.20 mm | 6.20 |
| R-6: 48-52-16 | 4" | 1.60 mm | 1.60 mm | 8.10 |
| R-6: 48-52-16 | 4" | 1.60 mm | 1.60 mm | 11.20 |
| R-6: 48-38-14 | 4" | 2.00 mm | 2.00 mm | 18.30 |
| R-6: 48-26-14-12 | 4" | 2.00 mm | 2.60 mm | 16.10 |
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Spiral wire dia. | Wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-16: 36-22-12 | 3" | 2.60 mm | 2.60 mm | 20.80 |
| R-16: 36-22-12-10 | 3" | 2.60 mm | 3.25 mm | 21.50 |
| R-16: 36-24-14 | 3" | 2.00 mm | 2.00 mm | 10.90 |
| R-16: 36-20-14-12 | 3" | 2.00 mm | 2.00 mm | 12.95 |
| R-16: 36-32-16 | 3" | 1.60 mm | 1.60 mm | 7.30 |
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Spiral wire dia. | Wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-17: 30-28-14 | 3/8" | 2.00 mm | 2.00 mm | 9.80 |
| R-17: 30-30-14-10 | 3/8" | 2.00 mm | 3.25 mm | 9.50 |
| R-17: 30-30-12 | 3/8" | 2.60 mm | 2.60 mm | 20.65 |
| R-17: 30-30-12 | 3/8" | 2.60 mm | 3.25 mm | 9.70 |
| R-17: 30-30-10 | 3/8" | 3.25 mm | 3.25 mm | 23.70 |
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Spiral wire dia. | Wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-18: 18-12-08 | 3/4" | 4.02 mm | 4.00 mm | 22.80 |
| R-18: 18-10-10 | 3/4" | 3.25 mm | 3.25 mm | 13.70 |
| R-18: 18-17-10 | 3/4" | 3.25 mm | 2.60 mm | 18.00 |
| R-18: 18-16-10 | 3/4" | 2.60 mm | 2.60 mm | 9.80 |
| R-18: 18-15-14 | 3/4" | 2.00 mm | 2.00 mm | 4.85 |
| Specification | Mesh pitch | Spiral wire dia. | Wire dia. | Approx. weight (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-19: 24-20-10 | 1.2" | 3.25 mm | 3.25 mm | 22.80 |
| R-19: 24-20-12-10 | 1.2" | 2.60 mm | 2.60 mm | 13.70 |
| R-19: 24-22-12 | 1.2" | 2.60 mm | 2.60 mm | 18.00 |
| R-19: 24-27-12 | 1.2" | 2.60 mm | 2.60 mm | 9.80 |
| R-19: 24-21-14 | 1.2" | 2.00 mm | 2.00 mm | 4.85 |
| Letter | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A | Number of spirals per foot of belt width |
| B | Number of cross rods per foot of belt length |
| C | Spiral wire diameter (gauge) |
| D | Cross-rod diameter |
Belt specification R-X : A-B-C-D. R-X is the belt type.
Industries: Food Processing & Freezing, Glass & Ceramic Tiles, Heat Treatment & Industrial, Biscuit & Bakery
Belt life depends on correct installation and break-in, conveyor alignment and condition, load and load concentration, operating temperature and contaminants. Keep the conveyor aligned, avoid concentrated loads, and inspect edges and joints regularly.
R-3 to R-6 types suit light loads, R-16 to R-18 medium loads and R-19 heavy-duty loads. Share your product size, load and temperature and we will recommend a specification.
R-16 is the belt type; the numbers describe spirals per foot of width, cross rods per foot of length and wire diameters. See the 'How to read the code' table above.
Yes — stainless grades such as AISI 304 and 316 are standard, with heat-resisting grades for higher temperatures.
Fill in what you know — fields adjust to this belt type. You can attach a drawing or a photo of your existing belt.
Elongated spirals reinforced with straight cross rods for strength at high temperature with little stretch.
Interlaced spiral coils forming a continuous belt with high air circulation for drying light products.
Closely wound spirals with straight rods — a stronger semi-closed mesh for small parts and heavy loads.