Synchroflex GEN III timing belt – 25% more power

Bifilar Tension Member Arrangement

The tension members of Synchroflex GEN III timing belts consist of high-strength steel cords arranged more densely and in a more structured configuration than in standard belts. Right-hand and left-hand twisted tension strands ensure optimized tracking, reduce belt elongation, and increase stability, even under high loads.

High-Performance Polyurethane (PU)

The specially developed PU material increases hardness, load capacity, and temperature resistance up to 100 °C. A greater number of load-bearing teeth are engaged simultaneously in power transmission, which increases power density while reducing wear.

Synchroflex GEN III timing belts offer technical enhancements that deliver directly measurable benefits:

• Increased Power Density: High torque transmission within the same installation space, enabled by optimized material selection.
• More Active Teeth in Engagement: More uniform load distribution reduces peak loads and extends service life.
• Optimized tracking: Lower friction, reduced wear, and improved energy efficiency
• Temperature Resistance up to 100 °C: Suitable for use in thermally demanding environments

Thanks to the optimized material composition and bifilar tension member structure, GEN III timing belts deliver stable performance even under demanding operating conditions.

The GEN III version is fully interchangeable on a 1:1 basis with conventional AT/ATP belts. Existing systems can be upgraded without modifying pulleys or other components.

We support our customers throughout the integration process with technical consulting, performance calculations, and targeted installation space optimization.

Synchroflex GEN III timing belts demonstrate their strengths precisely in applications where industrial drive systems must operate with maximum precision, reliability, and high load capacity. Thanks to performance-optimised PU material, bifilar tension member and 1:1 interchangeability, these performance-optimised timing belts are ideal for demanding applications in mechanical engineering, in the conveying technology and especially for robotic applications.

Mechanical Engineering & High-Performance Drives

In machine tools, milling machines, compactors, and heavy-duty drives, these performance-optimized timing belts ensure uniform power transmission with reduced friction losses. The combination of robust polyurethane timing belts and innovative tension member technology enables stable, durable, and high-load drive systems, even under demanding operating conditions.

This design significantly increases power density and allows for more compact construction. A decisive advantage where installation space is limited.

Automation & Robotics

In robotics and automation, these high-performance belts enable precise positioning and highly repeatable motion sequences. Whether in pick-and-place systems, handling units, or complex SCARA and gantry robots, Synchroflex timing belts ensure low-backlash, reliable motion, even during dynamic acceleration and breaking cycles.

As timing belts for automated systems, they improve repeatability, reduce play, and significantly enhance process reliability. Their high load capacity, combined with the optimized tension member structure, ensures stable operation even at high cycle rates.

Transport and Conveying Technology

In packaging machines, conveyor systems, and material handling solutions, Synchroflex GEN III timing belts fully demonstrate their performance capabilities. These temperature-resistant PU timing belts provide consistent power transmission, reduce downtime, and ensure continuously high performance, even under frequent start-stop cycles or heavy loads.

Applications that previously required multiple standard belts can be implemented more efficiently and in a more compact design using Synchroflex GEN III timing belts.

The GEN III series combines precision, stability, and longitude for multiple industrial applications.

The use of Synchroflex GEN III timing belts is particularly beneficial when existing drive systems reach their performance limits or when higher demands are placed on dynamics, precision, and load capacity. The advantages of their performance-optimized design become especially evident in automated systems and robotics applications.

Synchroflex GEN III timing belts are the ideal solution when:

• Higher torque is required without increasing installation space
• Installation space needs to be reduced without compromising power density
• High forces and dynamic load changes must be transmitted reliably
• Longer service life and reduced wear are required
• Precise positioning and high repeatability are critical

They also offer clear advantages in applications with increasing demands on energy efficiency, process stability, and overall machine performance. Thanks to optimized power transmission and uniform load distribution, existing systems can be upgraded efficiently, without the need for design modifications.

GEN III timing belts are characterized by higher stability, more uniform load distribution, and improved performance under dynamic loads.

While conventional Conti Synchroflex timing belts with AT and ATP profiles are widely used as a proven industry standard, Synchroflex GEN III timing belts are specifically designed to extend the performance range for more demanding applications.

The standard series of Conti Synchroflex timing belts stands out for its reliability, cost-efficiency, and broad applicability. It forms the foundation of many established systems and remains the optimal choice for a wide range of applications.

The GEN III version builds on this proven technology and enhances it with increased stability and more uniform load distribution, achieved through the bifilar tension member structure and the advanced polyurethane material. At the same time, these improvements reduce wear and ensure consistently stable performance under dynamic loads.

As a result, this high-performance variant is particularly well suited for heavily loaded machinery, highly dynamic processes, and precision robotics applications.

It is important to note: both variants complement each other. While standard Conti Synchroflex timing belts provide a reliable and proven foundation, Synchroflex GEN III timing belts offer targeted advantages for high-performance and high-end applications.

For a detailed overview of design, materials, and typical application areas, we recommend our article on Conti Synchroflex timing belts in detail.

To ensure that your Synchroflex GEN III timing belts operate with long-term precision and reliability, the following measures are recommended:

• Regular Tension Checks: Ensure the timing belt is correctly tensioned to prevent wear and slippage.
• Clean Pulleys: Deposits and contamination can impair power transmission  Clean regularly.
• Inspection of Belt Profiles: Check tooth profile and surface condition for signs of wear or damage
• Avoid Prolonged Overheating: Hot temperatures reduce the service life of the PU materials, ensure adequate cooling.

With these maintenance measures, the precision, performance, and service life of your high-performance timing belts can be maintained over the long term.

We support you in the selection, design, and integration of Synchroflex GEN III timing belts with:

• Technical Consulting: Optimal selection tailored to your application.
• Performance Calculations: Ensuring efficient power transmission.
• Installation Space Optimized: Integration into existing systems without redesign.
• Fast Availability: Short delivery times for your projects
• Customized Solutions: Tailor-made timing belts for specific requirements

Advantages at a glance:

• Up to 25% higher power transmission
• Increased power density within the same installation space
• Optimized tracking and reduced friction
• Temperature resistance up to 100 °C
• Fully interchangeable (1:1 replacement)
• Ideal for robotics, handling systems, and high-performance drives

Are you looking to increase the performance of your drive systems without making design modifications? Synchroflex GEN III timing belts provide the ideal solution. We offer personalized consulting, identify optimal application areas, and support you in integrating these high-performance belts into your existing systems.

Get your Synchroflex GEN III timing belt designed for your application and improve your efficiency.