Bando Timing Belts

Bando Timing Belts

Bando Chemical Industries is one of the world's largest manufacturers of synchronous timing belts, headquartered in Kobe, Japan with manufacturing facilities worldwide. Bando timing belts are engineered for reliability and value across the full range of industrial applications. Texas Belting stocks Bando timing belts in all standard HTD and trapezoidal profiles with same-day shipping from Houston.

HTD curvilinear: 3M, 5M, 8M, 14M
Imperial trapezoidal: MXL, XL, L, H, XH, XXH
Specialty: Double-sided, RPP (Rubber Positive Plus), high-performance neoprene
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Curvilinear

Bando Synchronous HTD Timing Belts

Bando's standard HTD curvilinear timing belt line covers all four HTD pitches. These are direct dimensional replacements for Gates PowerGrip HTD and Continental Synchrobelt HTD at the same pitch, width, and length. Neoprene body with fiberglass cord and nylon tooth facing.

Pitch Standard Widths Typical Applications Shop
3M 6, 9, 15 mm Miniature drives, instruments, office equipment, small servo View
5M 9, 15, 25 mm General industrial, packaging, printing, light to medium duty View
8M 12, 20, 30, 50, 85 mm Heavy duty, compressors, pumps, machine tools, conveyors View
14M 40, 55, 85, 115, 170 mm Heaviest industrial, mining, steel, large compressors View
Imperial

Bando Synchronous Trapezoidal Timing Belts

Bando manufactures the full range of imperial trapezoidal timing belts. Direct replacements for Gates PowerGrip and Continental trapezoidal belts at the same pitch and dimensions.

Profile Pitch Standard Widths Load Class Shop
MXL 0.080" (2.032 mm) 1/8", 1/4" Miniature
XL 1/5" (5.08 mm) 1/4" to 1" Light to medium View
L 3/8" (9.525 mm) 1/2" to 1-1/2" Medium View
H 1/2" (12.7 mm) 3/4" to 3" Heavy View
XH 7/8" (22.225 mm) 2" to 4" Very heavy
XXH 1-1/4" (31.75 mm) 2" to 5" Maximum
Premium

Bando RPP (Rubber Positive Plus)

Bando's RPP line is a high-performance timing belt with an optimized tooth profile similar to the Gates GT concept. RPP belts offer improved tooth engagement and higher load capacity compared to standard HTD at the same pitch. Available in 5M RPP, 8M RPP, and 14M RPP. RPP belts run on standard HTD pulleys.

RPP as an upgrade: If you are currently running standard Bando or Gates HTD belts and want improved performance without changing pulleys, Bando RPP is a drop-in option at 5M, 8M, and 14M pitch. Similar to using Gates GT3 on HTD pulleys. Ask us about RPP availability for your part number.
Cross-Reference

Bando Cross-Reference to Gates and Continental

Bando HTD and trapezoidal timing belts are manufactured to the same RMA/ISO dimensional standards as Gates and Continental. The part number format is identical across all three manufacturers for standard profiles.

Bando Part Number Gates Equivalent Continental Equivalent Profile
535-5M-25 535-5M-25 (PowerGrip HTD) 535-5M-25 (Synchrobelt) 5M HTD
640-8M-30 640-8M-30 (PowerGrip HTD) 640-8M-30 (Synchrobelt) 8M HTD
300L075 300L075 (PowerGrip) 300L075 L
480H150 480H150 (PowerGrip) 480H150 H
110XL037 110XL037 (PowerGrip) 110XL037 XL
1778-14M-55 1778-14M-55 (PowerGrip HTD) 1778-14M-55 (Synchrobelt) 14M HTD

If you have a Gates or Continental part number, the Bando equivalent is the same number. For Gates GT3 or Poly Chain GT Carbon (Gates-exclusive), Texas Belting can recommend the Bando equivalent at the base HTD pitch. Call 888-203-2358 with any part number.

Comparison

Bando vs. Gates vs. Continental

Factor Bando Gates Continental (ContiTech)
Headquarters Kobe, Japan Denver, Colorado, USA Hanover, Germany
HTD profiles 3M, 5M, 8M, 14M 3M, 5M, 8M, 14M 3M, 5M, 8M, 14M
Trapezoidal profiles MXL, XL, L, H, XH, XXH MXL, XL, L, H, XH, XXH MXL, XL, L, H, XH, XXH
Premium lines RPP (Rubber Positive Plus) GT3, Poly Chain GT Carbon Synchroforce CXP, Synchrochain
Interchangeable? Yes, all standard pitches Yes, all standard pitches Yes, all standard pitches
Pricing Competitive. Often the best value. Industry benchmark. Premium on GT3/Poly Chain. Competitive. Strong European presence.
Availability Good. Texas Belting stocks popular sizes. Widest US availability. Good. Strong in metric profiles.
Best for Value-driven replacement. Standard industrial. OEM spec. Premium drives. Chain replacement. European equipment. Metric OEM.
When to choose Bando: Bando timing belts offer competitive pricing on standard HTD and trapezoidal profiles while meeting the same dimensional and performance standards. For general industrial replacement where the drive does not specifically require Gates GT3 or Poly Chain GT Carbon, Bando provides excellent value without compromising quality or fit.
Applications

Common Applications for Bando Timing Belts

Application Recommended Bando Profile Notes
General industrial drives 5M or 8M HTD Direct replacement for Gates or Continental at same part number
Compressors and pumps 8M or 14M HTD Heavy duty continuous operation. Full load rating interchangeable.
HVAC blowers and fans L or H Standard replacement for existing trapezoidal drives
Packaging machinery 5M or XL Value pricing for multi-belt machines
Printing and paper handling XL or L Quiet, precise drives for web handling and registration
Conveyor indexing 5M, 8M, or 14M Synchronous drives for exact positioning
Machine tools H or 8M Spindle drives, feed drives, tool changer mechanisms
Woodworking equipment H or 8M Planers, moulders, and saw drives
Mining and aggregate 14M Heaviest loads. Direct replacement for Gates 14M.

Need a Bando Timing Belt or Cross-Reference?

Send us any timing belt part number. We cross-reference Bando, Gates, Continental, Megadyne, and Diesel Belting and will confirm the correct match with pricing and availability.

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Selection Guide

Step-by-step guide to profile, pitch, width, length, and material.

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Tooth Profiles Explained

Compare trapezoidal, HTD, GT, T-profile, and AT-profile.

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Pitch Chart

All pitches, tooth heights, and part number formats.

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FAQs

Bando Timing Belt FAQs

Are Bando timing belts interchangeable with Gates?+
Yes, for all standard HTD (3M, 5M, 8M, 14M) and trapezoidal (MXL, XL, L, H, XH, XXH) profiles. Both manufacture to the same RMA/ISO dimensional standards. A Bando 535-5M-25 is a direct drop-in for a Gates 535-5M-25. The only Gates products without a Bando equivalent are Gates-exclusive lines like GT3 and Poly Chain GT Carbon.
Is Bando a good quality timing belt?+
Yes. Bando Chemical Industries has manufactured belts since 1906 and is one of the top three timing belt manufacturers globally. Bando belts are OEM-specified by major Japanese, European, and American equipment manufacturers. Same neoprene, fiberglass, and nylon construction as Gates and Continental at comparable quality levels.
What is Bando RPP?+
RPP (Rubber Positive Plus) is Bando's high-performance timing belt line featuring an optimized tooth profile for improved engagement and higher load capacity compared to standard HTD. Conceptually similar to Gates GT. RPP belts run on standard HTD pulleys and are available in 5M, 8M, and 14M pitches.
How do I cross-reference a Gates part number to Bando?+
For standard HTD and trapezoidal belts, the part number is identical. Gates 640-8M-30 = Bando 640-8M-30. Gates 300L075 = Bando 300L075. For Gates GT3 or Poly Chain GT Carbon (Gates-exclusive), call 888-203-2358 and we will recommend the Bando equivalent at the base HTD pitch.
Does Bando make food grade timing belts?+
Bando's standard timing belts are neoprene, which is not FDA approved for food contact. For food grade applications, urethane timing belts with FDA-compliant compounds are available from other manufacturers at the same pitch dimensions. Texas Belting can match the right food-grade belt to replace a Bando neoprene belt in food processing.
Why choose Bando over Gates or Continental?+
Bando offers competitive pricing on standard HTD and trapezoidal profiles while maintaining the same dimensional standards and construction quality. For general industrial replacement where Gates GT3 or Poly Chain are not specifically required, Bando provides excellent value.
Does Texas Belting stock Bando timing belts?+
Yes. Texas Belting stocks Bando timing belts in the most popular HTD and trapezoidal sizes for same-day shipping from Houston. For sizes not in stock, we source any standard Bando part number on short lead time. Call 888-203-2358 or request a quote online.