Carlisle V-Belt Range — Quick Reference
Carlisle is the American power transmission belt manufacturer — classical and industrial V-belts for motor drives, machinery and replacement applications. AIMS stocks Carlisle Blue Label V-belts for Australian industry. The Blue Label range covers standard wrapped construction in the most common industrial V-belt profiles.
| Carlisle Section | Construction | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| A Section (Classical Wrapped) | 13 × 8 mm | Small motors, fans, light machinery — workshop default |
| B Section (Classical Wrapped) | 17 × 11 mm | Medium motors, agricultural drives, general industrial |
| C Section (Classical Wrapped) | 22 × 14 mm | Heavier industrial drives, large machinery |
| D Section (Classical Wrapped) | 32 × 19 mm | Very heavy industrial — older equipment, often replaced by SPC narrow |
| M Section (Classical Wrapped) | Special section | Specific industrial drives — stocked range |
| SPA / SPB / SPC (Narrow Wrapped) | Narrow profile for higher power density | Modern industrial drives — replaces classical A/B/C for higher torque |
Length selection: Carlisle belts are sized by section + length code (e.g. A56 = 56" pitch length A section). Match section + length to existing pulleys + centre distance. For broader V-belt selection across all brands, see V-belts and the how to measure V-belt guide. For matching pulleys, see V-pulleys. Heavy-duty alternatives: Gates Predator + PolyChain GT.
Carlisle Blue Label V Belts at AIMS Industrial
Carlisle is a respected American manufacturer of power transmission belts with a long history supplying classical and industrial V belts to industry worldwide. AIMS Industrial stocks Carlisle Blue Label V belts — a reliable choice for industrial drives, machinery maintenance and replacement applications.
Carlisle Blue Label V Belts in Stock
AIMS stocks Carlisle Blue Label M Section Classical Wrapped V Belts — a standard industrial profile used across a wide range of motors, fans, pumps and general machinery drives. The wrapped construction provides good flexibility and resistance to heat, oil and static, making Carlisle belts a dependable option for maintenance and replacement.
Power Transmission You Can Rely On
V belts are a fundamental component in industrial drive systems. Choosing the right belt — the correct profile, length and construction — keeps equipment running efficiently and reduces unexpected downtime. Carlisle Blue Label belts are manufactured to consistent tolerances, making them a reliable like-for-like replacement on standard drives.
If you need help identifying the right belt for your drive or require a belt profile not listed, contact our team. AIMS Industrial has been supplying Australian industry since 1988 and our team knows power transmission.