2 SPLICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Belt Splicing System v.2.0
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Accessories
Figure 2A: System accessories (generic photo)
Pitch Gauge:
Metal plate with notches to test
belt pitch accuracy
Skiver:
Handled tool with a u-shaped blade
used to trim the weld bead from spliced belts
(Flexco™ rough-top Skiver or similar)
Belt Tabs:
Small pieces of ThermoDrive belt
used on Grooved Deck ends to ensure even
clamping pressure across the belt during splic-
ing; replacements available from Intralox
Trimmers:
Sharp nippers with rubber-covered
handles used to remove flashing on the belt
edge and perform other trimming tasks
(Xcelite
®
trimmers or similar)
Silicone Spacers:
Two (2), reusable, rectangu-
lar strips of rubber used to securely clamp cer-
tain belt ends; stored in white, cylindrical can;
details for use in
Special Procedures
storage case:
Sturdy, cushioned, locking case
to hold the Splicing System and accessories;
designed with wheels and side handle for
pulling
Figure 2B: Storage case
Teflon
®
tape:
5-yard (4.572 m) roll of heat-
resistant, adhesive tape
stopwatch:
Digital timing device with large dis-
play
utility knife:
Self-retracting safety knife with a
1
3/4" two (2)-sided replaceable blade (Medoc
Retractable Safety Knife model #99152 or sim-
ilar)
Silicone
Spacers
Trimmers
Teflon tape
Skiver
Pitch Gauge
utility knife
stopwatch
Belt Tabs
Use caution when handling knives and
trim tools.
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