Description
53-8MX12-2012 Powerhouse® MX Timing Pulley, 53 Teeth, 8MX Pitch
The 53-8MX12-2012 is a 53-tooth 8 mm MX high torque timing pulley. It mounts with an industry-standard bushing, sold separately, machined from ductile iron with a black oxide finish, built for 12mm wide belts. Machined from solid stock, never sintered or powdered metal. Powerhouse® MX pulleys run on the same high torque drives as Gates Poly Chain® GT® Carbon™ and Continental Synchrochain Carbon belts.
Specifications

Dimension key for this construction type. Values for this part number are in the table below.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 53-8MX12-2012 |
| Teeth | 53 |
| Pitch | 8 mm MX high torque |
| For Belt Width | 12mm |
| Pitch Diameter | 5.3135 in |
| Outside Diameter | 5.2505 in |
| Flange Diameter | 5.625 in |
| Bore | Accepts 2012 bushing (not included) |
| Face Width | 0.85 in |
| Overall Length | 1.25 in |
| Construction | Taper Lock Hub |
| Flange Material | Steel |
| Material | Ductile Iron (no sintered or powdered metal) |
| Finish | Black Oxide |
| Weight | 4.504 lb |
| Country of Origin | United States. ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing. |
Applications
- High torque, low speed drives replacing roller chain
- Air cooled heat exchanger (ACHE) fan drives
- Oil and gas pumping equipment
- Material handling and conveyor drives
Belt Compatibility
The 53-8MX12-2012 runs 8 mm MX high torque belts in 12mm width. The pitch is standardized, so belt and pulley brands can be mixed.
Cross Reference
The 53-8MX12-2012 interchanges with these equivalent part numbers, per published manufacturer interchange data:
| Manufacturer | Equivalent Part Number |
|---|---|
| Dodge® | 8MX-53S-12-2012 |
| Martin | 8MX53S12-2012 |
| Gates® | 8MX-53S-12 |
| TB Woods® | 8MPC53S12 |
| Regal Rexnord (Browning®) | B8MCS-53-12 |
| Mitsuboshi | 53-8MX12-2012 |
| Grainger | 809T21 |
| Powerdrive | 53-8MX12-2012 |
| Continental (ContiTech) | 53G-8M-12-2012 |
Always verify dimensions and bore size before substituting part numbers across manufacturers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What belts fit the 53-8MX12-2012 pulley?
8 mm MX high torque timing belts in 12mm width from any manufacturer. The pitch is standardized, so belt and pulley brands can be mixed.
Does the 53-8MX12-2012 replace the Dodge 8MX-53S-12-2012?
Yes. Published interchange data crosses the 53-8MX12-2012 directly to the Dodge 8MX-53S-12-2012, as well as Martin 8MX53S12-2012, Gates 8MX-53S-12, TB Woods 8MPC53S12. Verify dimensions and bore before ordering.
Does the 53-8MX12-2012 ship from Houston?
Yes. Stock items ship same day from our Houston, Texas warehouse. Call (888) 203-2358 to confirm availability.
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Call (888) 203-2358Powerhouse® is a registered trademark of its owner. Poly Chain®, GT®, and Carbon™ are trademarks of Gates Corporation. Synchrochain is a trademark of Continental. All third-party part numbers and trademarks referenced are the property of their respective owners. References are for compatibility identification only and do not imply affiliation or endorsement.
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