Draper Belts for Cutter Heads Side Center Feeder Belts replacement for John Deere Macdon Case-IH CNH Platform

Draper Belts for Cutter Heads Side Center Feeder Belts Replacement for John Deere Macdon Case-IH CNH Platform

Introduction to Agricultural Belt

An agricultural belt is a type of belt used in agricultural machinery to transfer power and torque between shafts. It is commonly made of rubber and reinforced with cords of synthetic materials such as polyester, nylon, and aramid. Agricultural belts are essential components in a wide range of agricultural equipment, including tractors, combines, cultivators, and irrigation systems.

Reference NO.:	Size：	Application:
AXE12117 AXE12533	55.3"X58.01"	John Deere platform 625D, 630D, 635D
338361A1 101671	37.4" W x 85.75" L	Macdon 900 Series，Case 10-20 Series
87560973	78.5' x 63.46"	New Holland 82C, 83C, 86C

Reference NO.: AXE12532 Application: 735D Advanced Draper Platform Tech Info: 39.54" X 357.13"

Reference NO.: AXE12533 Application: 630D Advanced Draper Platform Tech Info: 55.3" X 58.01"

Applications of Agricultural Belt in Agricultural Machinery

1. Tractor drivetrain system

Agricultural belts are mainly used in the PTO (Power Take-Off) section of tractors to connect the tractor to external farming implements, such as plows, planters, harvesters, crushers, pumps, and more.

2. Combine harvester

Agricultural belts are used in the main drivetrain system of combine harvesters to transfer the engine's power to the threshing drum, header, cleaning system, and other moving parts.

3. Tillage equipment

Agricultural belts are used in tillage equipment, such as cultivators, plows, and subsoilers, to transfer the tractor's power to the working components of the tillage equipment.

4. Irrigation equipment

In power-driven water pumps and rotating sprinkler systems, agricultural belts transfer the tractor's power to the water pump or other driving components.

5. Feed processing machinery

In feed mixers, silage cutters, and other equipment, agricultural belts are used to drive the mixing, cutting, and other functional modules.

Agricultural Machinery Brands and Models Compatible with Draper Belts for Cutter Heads Side Center Feeder Belts Replacement for John Deere Macdon Case-IH CNH Platform

Brand	Model
John Deere	70 Series
Macdon	FlexDraper
Case-IH	2162
CNH	74C

Other Agricultural Machinery Parts Available

In addition to agricultural belts, we also offer a wide range of other agricultural machinery parts, including agricultural chains, agricultural gearbox, pulleys, sprockets, couplings, PTO shafts, concaves, and more. Whatever agricultural machinery parts you need, you can find them here.

Signs That You Need to Replace Your Agricultural Belt

1. Obvious signs of wear and tear

Check the belt's surface for cracks, frays, thinning, rubber block loss, or exposed fabric. These signs indicate that the belt is severely worn, and its strength and stability have significantly decreased, and it needs replacement.

2. Looseness

The belt should run in an appropriate tension state. If the belt is too loose, it will sag excessively when pressed by hand or fails to maintain its original tension after continuous use, indicating that the belt has lost elasticity and tension and needs replacement.

3. Slipping

If you hear a sharp whistling sound from the belt while the agricultural machinery is working or feel the machine's power output is insufficient and the rotation speed is reduced, it is likely that the belt is slipping. You should check the tension and friction of the belt and replace it if necessary.

4. Heating

Although a normal agricultural belt will warm up during operation, if it feels very hot to the touch or even burns your hand, it may indicate that the belt is excessively fatigued or has internal structural damage, or the tension is too high, causing heat accumulation. This situation will accelerate the aging and damage of the belt and requires immediate replacement.

5. Unusual odor or burn marks

If you smell the burnt rubber odor or see melting or scorching marks on the belt, it indicates that the belt is in a severe overload state and may have partial or complete damage. You must replace the damaged agricultural belt immediately.

6. Abnormal vibration or noise

When the agricultural belt fails or is about to fail, it may cause additional vibration or noise during machine operation due to unstable transmission. You should stop the machine for inspection, find out the cause, and replace the defective agricultural belt promptly.

How to Choose the Right Agricultural Belt

1. Belt type

The V-belt (also known as a triangular belt) is commonly used in agricultural machinery, with multiple models such as A, B, C, and D, depending on the width and thickness. You should choose the same model as the original belt or follow the specifications provided by the agricultural equipment manufacturer.

2. Length

Measure the required belt length accurately or calculate it based on the agricultural machinery manual to ensure that the new belt can be installed smoothly and maintain proper tension after installation.

3. Horsepower/power requirements

The agricultural belt needs to bear the engine output power of the agricultural machinery, so you should ensure that the rated power of the new belt is greater than or equal to the power requirement of the transmission system.

4. Material

High-quality agricultural belts made of rubber compounds have better wear resistance, high-temperature resistance, oil resistance, and aging resistance performance.

5. Belt pulley groove size

The agricultural belt must be compatible with the groove width and depth of the pulley to ensure good meshing and avoid slippage or premature wear. Author: Miya