6 SPLICE THE BELT
6-2
Belt Splicing System v.2.0
4.
Choose the correct melting time based on
belt material.
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NOTE
Do not remove the Heat Wand from the Stand until
the temperature stabilizes within ± 2° of the set-
point for at least one (1) minute.
Splice the Belt Ends
FABRICATION TIP
These instructions provide the most common
splicing procedures. If the belt is S8126, see
1.
With the temperature stabilized, remove the
Heat Wand from the Stand.
Figure 6C: Remove the Heat Wand from the Stand
FABRICATION TIP
Temperature fluctuates above and below the set
point when the Heat Wand is removed from the
Stand. Perform steps 2-4 as the temperature is
near the setpoint and rising rather than falling.
Belt Material Setpoint
Temp.
Melt
time
Cool
time
Polyurethane
8x26/8x50
450° F
232° C
45 sec. 2 min.
XT 8026*
485° F
252° C
45 sec. 2 min.
XT 8050
475° F
246° C
2 min.
2 min.
Cold Use
8050
500° F
260° C
30 sec. 2 min.
HTL 8050
500° F
260° C
75 sec. 2 min.
Request assistance when moving or
splicing with the 42" Splicing System.
Contact with hot Heat Wand or Stand
will cause skin burns; using heat-
resistant gloves and sleeves is rec-
ommended.
Keep Heat Wand in Stand between
each splice.
