What a 1200mm Wide Conveyor Belt Is
A 1200mm wide conveyor belt is a heavy-duty rubber belt with a nominal width of 1200 millimeters, designed for high-capacity bulk material transport. This width is common in mining, coal preparation, cement plants, power stations, and large quarry and aggregate operations where throughput and stability matter. The belt runs over a conveyor pulley at the head and tail, supported by idler rollers and mounted on a sturdy conveyor bracket frame. As a wide conveyor belt, it offers a good balance between load capacity and structural demands on the conveyor system.
Construction and Materials
The belt body typically consists of a fabric core or steel cord reinforcement covered with rubber. Common fabric cores include EP (polyester-cotton) and NN (nylon-nylon) constructions, available in multi-ply fabric core conveyor belt designs with 2 to 6 plies. Steel cord conveyor belt is chosen for very long distances and high tension. Cover rubber grades address specific conditions: abrasion resistant conveyor belt for sharp rock, heat resistant conveyor belt for clinker or sinter, flame retardant conveyor belt for coal mining, oil resistant conveyor belt for oily materials, and anti-static conveyor belt for combustible dust environments. A 1200mm wide conveyor belt may also be produced as a chevron conveyor belt or corrugated sidewall conveyor belt when inclined transport or material containment is needed. Edge construction and splice type are specified by the application.
Common Specifications and Dimensions
Buyers often reference strength grades and cover thicknesses. The table below lists typical ranges; actual values are confirmed by design and supplier.
| Parameter | Common Options |
|---|---|
| Belt width | 1200 mm (B1200) |
| Fabric core type | EP200, EP315, EP400, EP500, EP630, EP800, EP1000, EP1250 |
| Steel cord strength | ST1000, ST1250, ST1600, ST2000 |
| Number of plies | 2 to 6 (multi-ply) |
| Cover thickness (top + bottom) | 4+2 mm, 5+2 mm, 6+2 mm, 8+3 mm |
| Special constructions | Chevron, corrugated sidewall, skirted |
These figures serve as reference; a 1200mm wide conveyor belt is not limited to one strength or cover combination. The pulley diameter, shaft size, and idler roller spacing are determined by the conveyor designer based on belt tension, load, and safety factors, not by belt width alone.
Where It Is Used
In underground coal mining, a flame retardant conveyor belt with anti-static properties is often required. In iron ore and copper ore handling, high abrasion resistant conveyor belt reduces wear from sharp, heavy lumps. Cement plants use heat resistant conveyor belt for clinker transport, while power plants rely on abrasion resistant and flame retardant grades for coal and ash. Quarries and aggregate operations use this width on primary and secondary crusher conveyor lines. Ports and ship loading facilities apply heavy-duty conveyor belt to move bulk material at high rates. The 1200mm width fits many standard conveyor pulley and idler roller assemblies, but each project should verify compatibility.
Buyer Checklist
- Confirm the material type, lump size, and temperature range to select the right cover grade.
- Check the required tensile strength and number of plies against the conveyor design.
- Verify the pulley diameters, shaft dimensions, and idler roller spacing from the conveyor manufacturer.
- Specify flame retardant or anti-static properties for coal mining and underground mining conveyor belt applications.
- Consider chevron or corrugated sidewall forms only when the conveyor incline or material containment demands it.
- Review splice method and edge condition for the actual operating environment.
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