What Are Light Duty General Belts?

This all-purpose belt features smooth nitrile top covers, making it suitable for assembly lines, packaging and a wide range of industrial applications. The 2-ply construction includes a cotton-polyester blend carcass, offering superior resistance to oil, grease and animal fats as well as good hea... Available in 2, 3, 4 configurations. Cover types include Black Nitrile, Hard-Woven Nylon. Operating temperature ranges: -20 °F to 250 °F; 0 °F to 250 °F.

4Belt Specs
3Ply Options
2Cover Types
4Thickness Options

Specifications at a Glance

Ply configurations: 2, 3, 4 · Cover compounds: Black Nitrile, Hard-Woven Nylon · Overall thickness range: (1.59 mm) 1/16 in. to (3.57 mm) 9/64 in. · Temperature ratings: -20 °F to 250 °F; 0 °F to 250 °F · Minimum pulley diameters: 2", 2.5"

Part of the Light Duty Conveyor Belts family. All belts are custom fabricated by Texas Belting — cut to width, built to length, with your choice of belt end preparation.

Light Duty General Belts — Quick-Compare Specifications

Compare all 4 belt specifications side by side. Click any part number for full details and to request a quote.

Part # Ply Cover Type Thickness Temp. Range Min. Pulley Weight (PIW)
10686 2 Black Nitrile (2.38 mm) 3/32 in. 0 °F to 250 °F 2" 0.0560 lbs/PIW
10688 2 Black Nitrile (1.59 mm) 1/16 in. 0 °F to 250 °F 2" 0.0380 lbs/PIW
10698 3 Black Nitrile (3.57 mm) 9/64 in. 0 °F to 250 °F 2.5" 0.0750 lbs/PIW
10704 4 Hard-Woven Nylon (3.18 mm) 1/8 in. -20 °F to 250 °F 2" 0.0700 lbs/PIW

Applications & Industries

Light Duty General Belts are used across a wide range of conveying applications. Common industries and use cases include:

AbrasionAgricultureAssemblyAutomotiveChemicalFoodHeatLumberManufacturing

How to Select the Right Belt

When selecting a light duty general belts belt, consider the material being conveyed, operating temperature, required belt width and length, conveyor configuration (slider bed, troughed, or roller), and any regulatory requirements such as FDA food contact compliance. Texas Belting belting specialists can help you match the right belt to your application — call 888-203-2358 or request a quote online.

Custom Sizing & Fabrication

Every belt from Texas Belting is built to your exact specifications. No minimum order quantities.

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Cut to Width

Every belt is slit to your exact required width. Standard and non-standard widths available.

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Length Built to Order

Specify the overall belt length for your conveyor system. We fabricate to your exact measurement.

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Belt End Options

Choose from mechanical lacing (Clipper, Alligator, Flexco), finger splice, or endless vulcanized splice based on your application.

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Custom Fabrication

Additional options: cleating, V-guides, sidewalls, edge sealing, hole punching, and special belt end preparations.

Frequently Asked Questions — Light Duty General Belts

What are light duty general belts?

Light Duty General Belts are industrial conveyor belts in the light duty conveyor belts family. Texas Belting stocks 4 individual specifications in this belt family, each available custom cut to your exact width and length requirements.

How many light duty general belts specifications are available?

Texas Belting offers 4 distinct light duty general belts specifications. Available ply configurations include 2, 3, 4. Cover compounds include Black Nitrile, Hard-Woven Nylon. Each belt can be custom cut to any width and fabricated to any length.

What is the thickness range for light duty general belts?

Overall belt thickness across this family ranges from (1.59 mm) 1/16 in. to (3.57 mm) 9/64 in.. Thickness varies based on ply count and cover compound. See the specifications comparison table above for exact values by part number.

How do I request a quote for light duty general belts?

Click any belt specification on this page to view full details and access the quote request form. Provide your required width, overall length, belt end or splice type, quantity, and application details. You can also call 888-203-2358 or email sales@texasbelting.com. Texas Belting typically responds within one business day.

Can light duty general belts be spliced or laced?

Yes. Belt end options include mechanical lacing (Clipper, Alligator, Flexco), finger splice, and endless vulcanized splice where applicable. The best splice method depends on your conveyor configuration, belt tension, and application requirements. Specify your preferred belt end type when requesting a quote.

What industries use light duty general belts?

Light Duty General Belts serve a wide range of industries including manufacturing, distribution, food processing, material handling, and more. The specific application determines which ply, cover type, and thickness is best suited. Contact Texas Belting for application-specific recommendations.

Are light duty general belts available in custom widths?

Yes. Every belt from Texas Belting is custom slit to your exact required width. There are no minimum width requirements. We also fabricate to your specified overall belt length and can add cleating, V-guides, sidewalls, and other custom fabrication options.

Where can I find the full specifications for each belt?

Click any belt card or part number on this page to view the complete technical specification sheet, including ply, cover type, overall thickness, temperature range, minimum pulley diameter, weight per inch of width, and recommended lacing. Each product page includes a direct quote request form.

Request a Quote for Light Duty General Belts

All belts are custom cut to your exact width and length. Tell us your requirements — dimensions, splice type, quantity, and application details — and Texas Belting will provide a detailed quote, typically within one business day.

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Also Available in This Category

The following belts from other product families are also suitable for this application: