Aramid Conveyor Belt VS Steel Cord Conveyor Belt: Industry Choices in the Face of Performance Showdowns
2025,09,01
Recently, at the industrial conveying equipment technology seminar, the performance comparison between aramid conveyor belts and traditional steel cord conveyor belts has become a focus. Both types of conveyor belts have their own advantages, and their performance differences directly affect the equipment selection in different industries. In terms of core performance, in terms of load-bearing capacity, steel cord conveyor belts, relying on the high strength of the steel core, have a rated tension of over 6000N/mm, making them suitable for heavy-duty material transportation in mines, ports, etc. Aramid conveyor belts, on the other hand, excel in their lightweight nature. Under the same load, their weight is only 1/5 that of steel cord conveyor belts, which can reduce the energy consumption of the conveying system by more than 20%. In terms of corrosion resistance, aramid materials are resistant to acids and alkalis and have anti-aging properties. Their lifespan in corrosive environments such as chemical plants and salt fields is 3 to 5 years longer than that of steel cord conveyor belts. However, steel cord conveyor belts are prone to rust if not properly protected and require regular maintenance.
The application scenarios also have their own emphases. A port manager stated that for heavy loads such as coal and ore, steel cord conveyor belts are still the first choice. A chemical enterprise, on the other hand, said that after switching to aramid conveyor belts, equipment maintenance costs decreased by 40%. Kaifeng Tairua Rubber (Group) Co., Ltd. reminds that enterprises should choose between the two types of conveyor belts based on the weight of the materials and environmental conditions to achieve a balance between efficiency and cost.
