Megadyne & Jason Industrial Timing Belts
Megadyne / Jason Industrial Timing Belts
Megadyne Group is one of the world's largest manufacturers of synchronous belts, headquartered in Turin, Italy, with production facilities across Europe, North America, and Asia. Jason Industrial is a Megadyne subsidiary that distributes Megadyne-manufactured timing belts and V-belts in the North American market. When you see a Jason Industrial timing belt, you are getting a Megadyne-manufactured product.
Megadyne is particularly well known for two product lines that set them apart from other timing belt manufacturers: Megalinear open-end polyurethane timing belts (the industry standard for linear motion and European automation) and RPP (Rounded Profile Performance) curvilinear timing belts that provide performance comparable to Gates GT at competitive pricing. Texas Belting stocks Megadyne and Jason Industrial timing belts for same-day shipping from Houston.
Isoran: HTD curvilinear in 3M, 5M, 8M, 14M (neoprene, standard)
Isoran RPP: Modified curvilinear in 5M, 8M, 14M (improved tooth for higher load, comparable to Gates GT)
Megalinear: Open-end polyurethane with steel cord in T5, T10, AT5, AT10, AT20, HTD 5M, 8M
Trapezoidal: MXL, XL, L, H, XH, XXH (neoprene, standard)
Metric trapezoidal: T5, T10, T20 (neoprene and urethane)
Modified trapezoidal: AT5, AT10, AT20 (neoprene and urethane)
Megadyne and Jason Industrial: The Relationship
Buyers sometimes see "Megadyne" on a belt and "Jason Industrial" on the box and wonder if they are getting the right product. Here is how the two names relate:
| Name | Role | What You See |
|---|---|---|
| Megadyne Group | Manufacturer. Headquartered in Turin, Italy. Designs and produces timing belts in factories worldwide. | Brand name on belt itself. Megadyne product line names (Isoran, Megalinear, RPP). |
| Jason Industrial | North American subsidiary and distributor of Megadyne. Handles sales, warehousing, and logistics in the US and Canada. | Name on packaging, invoices, and catalog listings in North America. |
A timing belt labeled "Megadyne Isoran" and a timing belt sold as "Jason Industrial" at the same part number are the same belt from the same factory. Texas Belting carries both Megadyne and Jason Industrial labeled products depending on the product line and inventory source.
Megadyne Timing Belt Product Lines
Isoran (Standard HTD Curvilinear)
Isoran is Megadyne's standard HTD timing belt line. Neoprene body with fiberglass cord, manufactured to the same RMA/ISO standards as Gates PowerGrip HTD, Continental Synchrobelt, and Bando. Direct dimensional replacement at the same part numbers.
| Pitch | Megadyne Line | Gates Equivalent | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3M | Isoran 3M | PowerGrip HTD 3M | View |
| 5M | Isoran 5M | PowerGrip HTD 5M | View |
| 8M | Isoran 8M | PowerGrip HTD 8M | View |
| 14M | Isoran 14M | PowerGrip HTD 14M | View |
Isoran RPP (Modified Curvilinear)
RPP stands for Rounded Profile Performance. Isoran RPP uses a modified curvilinear tooth shape that provides improved load distribution and higher torque capacity compared to standard HTD, similar in concept and performance to Gates GT. RPP belts are designed to run on standard HTD pulleys at the corresponding pitch, making them a direct performance upgrade.
| RPP Pitch | Standard HTD Equivalent | Gates GT Equivalent | Key Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| RPP 5M | 5M HTD | GT3 5M | Higher load than standard 5M. Runs on 5M pulleys. |
| RPP 8M | 8M HTD | GT3 8M | Higher load than standard 8M. Runs on 8M pulleys. |
| RPP 14M | 14M HTD | GT3 14M | Higher load than standard 14M. Runs on 14M pulleys. |
Megalinear (Open-End Polyurethane)
Megalinear is Megadyne's open-end polyurethane timing belt line and is one of the most widely used open-end urethane brands globally. Megalinear belts are the standard choice for linear motion, European automation, CNC gantry systems, and any application requiring a belt cut to custom length with near-zero stretch.
| Profile | Megalinear Product | Cord | Primary Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| T5 | Megalinear T5 | Steel | Light-medium linear motion, European OEM |
| T10 | Megalinear T10 | Steel | Heavy linear motion, large gantry systems |
| AT5 | Megalinear AT5 | Steel | Heavy linear motion, European automation |
| AT10 | Megalinear AT10 | Steel | Heavy gantry, CNC routers, waterjet |
| AT20 | Megalinear AT20 | Steel | Heaviest gantry systems, mining, material handling |
| HTD 5M | Megalinear HTD 5M | Steel | Linear motion on HTD pulley systems |
| HTD 8M | Megalinear HTD 8M | Steel | Heavy linear motion on HTD pulley systems |
Megalinear key features: Polyurethane body for chemical, oil, and moisture resistance. Steel tensile cord with 0.02% elongation for precision positioning. Sold by the meter or foot, cut to any required length. Joined with mechanical clamp ends, welded splices, or finger joints. FDA-compliant compounds available for food processing applications.
Trapezoidal and Metric Profiles
Megadyne / Jason Industrial also manufactures the full range of imperial trapezoidal profiles (MXL, XL, L, H, XH, XXH) and metric trapezoidal profiles (T5, T10, T20) in standard neoprene with fiberglass cord. Direct dimensional replacements for Gates, Continental, Diesel Belting, and D&D Global.
Cross-Reference: Megadyne to Gates, Continental, and Others
| Megadyne Product | Gates Equivalent | Continental Equivalent | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isoran 535-5M-25 | 535-5M-25 (PowerGrip HTD) | 535-5M-25 (Synchrobelt) | 5M |
| Isoran 640-8M-30 | 640-8M-30 (PowerGrip HTD) | 640-8M-30 (Synchrobelt) | 8M |
| Isoran RPP 640-8M-30 | 640-8MGT-30 (PowerGrip GT3) | N/A | 8M (upgraded) |
| Megalinear AT10-50 (open-end) | N/A | Synchroflex AT10 (open-end) | AT10 |
| Megalinear T5-16 (open-end) | N/A | Synchroflex T5 (open-end) | T5 |
| Jason Industrial 300L075 | 300L075 (PowerGrip) | 300L075 | L |
Part number note: For standard HTD and imperial trapezoidal belts, Megadyne / Jason Industrial uses the same part number format as Gates, Continental, and all other manufacturers (e.g., 535-5M-25, 300L075). Megalinear open-end belts are specified by profile, width, and length per meter (e.g., Megalinear AT10, 50mm wide, sold per meter).
Why Choose Megadyne / Jason Industrial
- Megalinear is the global standard for open-end urethane. If you need open-end polyurethane timing belts for linear motion, CNC gantry, or European automation, Megadyne Megalinear is one of the most widely specified and available options worldwide.
- RPP provides GT-class performance at competitive pricing. Isoran RPP gives you the same modified curvilinear advantages as Gates GT3 (improved load, reduced backlash, runs on HTD pulleys) with competitive pricing and broad availability.
- Italian engineering, global manufacturing. Megadyne designs and tests in Italy with production facilities worldwide. This means European quality standards with global supply chain reliability.
- Broadest urethane coverage. Megalinear covers T5, T10, AT5, AT10, AT20, and HTD profiles in open-end urethane with steel cord. Few other manufacturers offer this range of profiles in open-end urethane from a single product line.
- FDA compounds available. FDA-compliant Megalinear urethane is available for food processing applications where the belt contacts product or operates in a washdown zone.
- Jason Industrial V-belts from the same source. If your facility also uses V-belts, Jason Industrial supplies classical, narrow wedge, and banded V-belts alongside timing belts, simplifying your vendor consolidation.
Or call 888-203-2358. We cross-reference Megadyne to Gates, Continental, and all other brands.
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Megadyne / Jason Industrial Timing Belt FAQs
Megadyne Group is the manufacturer, headquartered in Turin, Italy. Jason Industrial is Megadyne's North American subsidiary that handles distribution, sales, and logistics in the US and Canada. A timing belt marked "Megadyne" and a timing belt sold as "Jason Industrial" at the same part number are the same product from the same factory.
Yes, for all standard HTD and trapezoidal profiles. Megadyne Isoran belts are manufactured to the same RMA/ISO dimensional standards as Gates PowerGrip HTD. A Megadyne Isoran 535-5M-25 is a direct drop-in for a Gates 535-5M-25. For premium performance, Megadyne Isoran RPP is comparable to Gates GT3 and runs on standard HTD pulleys.
RPP (Rounded Profile Performance) is Megadyne's modified curvilinear tooth profile. It provides higher load capacity and reduced backlash compared to standard HTD, similar to Gates GT3. RPP belts at 5M, 8M, and 14M pitch are designed to run on standard HTD pulleys, making them a performance upgrade without hardware changes.
Megalinear is Megadyne's open-end polyurethane timing belt line with steel tensile cord. Megalinear is one of the most widely used open-end urethane brands for linear motion, CNC gantry systems, and European automation. Available in T5, T10, AT5, AT10, AT20, and HTD profiles. Sold by the meter, cut to any length. FDA compounds available.
Yes. Megalinear urethane timing belts are available in FDA-compliant compounds for food processing applications. Steel or Kevlar tensile cord. Available in T5, T10, AT5, and AT10 profiles for European food processing equipment.
Yes. Texas Belting stocks Megadyne Isoran HTD timing belts and Megalinear open-end urethane belts in popular sizes for same-day shipping from Houston. We also carry Jason Industrial V-belts. Call 888-203-2358 or request a quote online with your part number or application requirements.