Gates synchronous timing belt, a flanged timing belt sprocket, a belt tensioner with idler pulley, and an electric coolant pump, alongside the black oval Gates logo

Gates — Power Transmission Belts & Fluid Power Solutions

About Gates

Gates is a global manufacturer of highly engineered power transmission and fluid power solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and founded in 1911. Credited with pioneering the rubber V-belt and the first rubber synchronous belt, Gates is one of the world's most recognized names in industrial belts, hoses, and drive components, serving both original equipment manufacturers and the replacement market.

Niche / Flagship Products

Poly Chain GT Carbon

Polyurethane synchronous belt with a carbon fiber tensile cord, engineered as a maintenance-free, no-lubrication alternative to roller chain drives.

Poly Chain Carbon Volt

Static-conductive version of the Poly Chain carbon belt, designed for volatile environments in energy, agriculture, and petrochemical applications.

PowerGrip GT4

Ethylene elastomer (EE) high-torque synchronous belt offering the highest power-carrying capacity in its class, with wide temperature range and static conductivity.

Predator

Heavy-duty, high-capacity V-belts and PowerBand belts built for the toughest, high-shock industrial drives.

Micro-V

Ethylene elastomer multi-ribbed belts known for quiet, efficient running on automotive and industrial serpentine drives.

PowerGrip GT2 Twin Power

Double-sided synchronous belts that transmit full rated load from either side, enabling synchronization on both drive surfaces.

Specialized Product Categories

Synchronous (Timing) Belts

Poly Chain, PowerGrip GT4, GT3, HTD, and classical timing belts for precise, slip-free power transmission.

Industrial V-Belts

Hi-Power II, Tri-Power, Super HC, Quad-Power, and Dubl-V lines in classical, narrow, and banded constructions.

Sprockets and Sheaves

Matching Poly Chain and PowerGrip sprockets (including stainless steel options), V-belt sheaves, and Taper-Lock bushings.

Hydraulic Hoses

High-pressure hydraulic hose ranges for industrial, mobile, and off-highway equipment.

Hydraulic Couplings and Crimping Equipment

Fittings, adapters, and hose assembly crimpers for complete fluid power systems.

Automotive Belts and Drive Components

Timing belts, serpentine belts, tensioners, idlers, and timing belt kits for the automotive aftermarket.

Industrial Hoses

Hoses for water, air, chemical, material handling, and general industrial transfer applications.

Other Products & Capabilities

Water Pumps and Cooling Products

Engine water pumps, radiator hoses, and thermostats for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles.

Bicycle Belt Drives

Carbon Drive belt systems as a clean, low-maintenance alternative to bicycle chains.

Drive Design and Engineering Support

Belt drive design software and application engineering services for optimizing and converting power transmission drives.

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