Conveyor Belt Selector
Conveyor Belt Selector
The conveyor belt selector filters all 552 belt specifications we publish - light duty, heavy duty, incline, PVC and thermoplastic, and specialty constructions - by the requirements that actually drive belt selection: ply count, overall thickness, working tension (PIW), operating temperature, cover compound, color, and FDA, oil-resistance, fire-resistance or anti-static requirements. Every spec was verified against the manufacturer's published data in July 2026.
Some belts without a published value for an active filter are hidden. Not finding a match? Call (888) 203-2358 - we stock more than we publish.
How to choose a replacement conveyor belt
Match a replacement belt on four measurements before anything else: overall thickness, working tension rating (PIW), ply count, and top cover type. Measure thickness with calipers on a clean section, count plies at a cut end, and take the tension rating from the old belt's branding or your drive calculation. Then narrow by environment: temperature at the belt line, oil or chemical exposure, food contact (FDA), and whether the belt must dissipate static or resist fire per MSHA requirements.
If the old belt is too worn to measure, our guides can help: all belt specifications lists every construction in one table, and the category pages explain the trade-offs within each family. When in doubt, call (888) 203-2358 with whatever numbers you have.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the conveyor belt selector?
Set only the requirements you know: pick a category or cover material, enter your working tension in PIW, your belt thickness range, or the temperature the belt must handle, and check any required properties such as FDA or oil resistance. The list updates instantly, and each result links to the full spec page where you can request a quote.
What does PIW mean on a conveyor belt?
PIW is pounds per inch of width, the working tension rating of the belt. A 220 PIW belt rated at 36 inches wide can carry a maximum working tension of 220 x 36 = 7,920 pounds. Choose a rating at or above the tension your drive calculation requires.
What if I do not know my belt specifications?
Measure the old belt: overall thickness with calipers, width, and count the plies at a cut end. Note the cover texture and any printed branding. Send us what you have or call (888) 203-2358 and we will identify it, usually same day.
Which conveyor belts are FDA approved?
Check the FDA approved filter to see every belt with FDA-acceptable cover compounds, typically white nitrile, white PVC, polyurethane and silicone constructions used in food processing. Each spec page lists the full construction so your QA team can verify compliance.
Can Texas Belting cut belts to size?
Yes. Most belts are stocked in bulk rolls in Houston and cut to your width and length, with cleating, v-guides, and endless splicing available on request. Request a quote from any belt page with your dimensions.
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Need help narrowing it down?
Tell us what the belt runs on and what failed - we will match the construction and quote it from Houston stock.
Request a Quote Call (888) 203-2358Last updated: July 2026. Specifications verified against manufacturer published data.