Flexco Alligator Ready Set RSC187 Training Manual
Alligator® Light-Duty Belt Splicing
Training Manual
LIGHT-DUTY BELT FASTENER SYSTEMS
LIGHT-DUTY BELT FASTENER SYSTEMS
Table of Contents
Proper Belt End Preparation .............................................................. 3
Alligator® Ready Set™ Staple Belt Fasteners
Overview............................................................................................................. 4
Installation Tools ................................................................................................. 5
Installation Accessories ...................................................................................... 6
Identifying a Properly Installed Alligator Ready Set Splice ................................. 7
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 8-9
Tips ..................................................................................................................... 9
Alligator® Lacing
Overview........................................................................................................... 10
Identifying a Properly Installed Alligator Lacing Splice ......................................11
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................11
Alligator® Rivet Baler Fasteners
Overview........................................................................................................... 12
Identifying a Properly Installed Alligator Rivet Splice........................................ 13
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 13
Tips ................................................................................................................... 13
Alligator® Non-Metallic Splicing
Overview........................................................................................................... 14
Identifying a Properly Installed Alligator Plastic Rivet Splice ............................ 14
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 15
Tips ................................................................................................................... 15
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Proper Belt End Preparation
Importance of a Square Cut
To prevent mistracking and extend splice life, it is critical to obtain a square cut
off from the centerline of the belt. To achieve this, follow these simple steps:
1. Prior to any work on your conveyors, make certain that the power has been
turned off and the belt is “locked out”.
2. Using a diagonal measurement that is approximately 6" (150 mm) wider than
the belt width, mark the center point of the measurement every 3 to 5 feet down
the length of the belt, for a distance of 15 to 20 feet. Tip: Use a number that is
easily divisible by two for your diagonal measurement. Any even number that is
approximately 6" (150 mm) or wider than the belt width can be used (Fig. A).
3 Using either a steel rule or a chalk line, mark the average centerline across the
belt width (Fig. B).
4. Using a square, draw a line perpendicular to the average centerline across the
belt width (Fig. B).
5. Cut the belt using the Clipper
the cutter.
48" (1200 mm)
Diagonal Measure
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845LD Belt Cutter, following the instructions for
LIGHT-DUTY BELT FASTENER SYSTEMS
Midpoint
24" (600 mm)
42" Belt
(1060 mm)
Skive Impression Cover Before Fastener Installation
It is important to skive off the impression cover of a belt in the area
where fasteners will be applied. This allows the proper size fastener
to be selected and for proper penetration/clinch. Two tools are
available to assist in this process:
Rough Top Belt Skiver
This simple-to-use, hand-held tool skives off the
impression cover when pushed along the belt cover.
RB-1 Belt Grinder
This air-drill attachable tool is made with carbide to cut the
impression cover off the belt. Most standard grinders burn
the impression cover off, which heats and damages the
belt carcass, resulting in shorter splice life.
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ALLIGATOR
Alligator® Staple Overview
Advantages of Alligator® Ready Set™ Staple Fastening System:
• High strength splice
• Inexpensive, portable installation tool
• Easy to mesh lacing and insert pin
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STAPLE
Two Styles of Alligator Staple Fasteners:
Ready Set™: Available in Steel, 430 Stainless Steel and 316 Stainless Steel. Ready Set
Staple Fasteners feature a one-piece fastener strip with pre-inserted staples, reducing
installation time by eliminating the need to handle and load individual staples. The result
is a strong splice that resists impact damage, as well as a smooth, unrippled joint
to simplify hinge pin insertion.
• Abrasion resistant splice
• Easy installation procedures
Conventional Staple Fasteners: Available in abrasion resistant MegAlloy®, providing
several times the service life of steel. Staples are separate from the fastener plates.
Green guide blocks (ST4-5) must be installed on the installation tool and users can insert
staples using the C150 staple dispenser.
ALLIGATOR® READY SET™ STAPLE
Fastener
Size
RS62 100 17 1/16-1/8 1.5-3.2 2 50 nylon .080, steel .080 nylon 2.0, steel 2.0
RS125 160 28 1/8-3/16 3.2-4.8 3 75 nylon .141, steel .141 nylon 3.6, steel 3.6
RS187 200 35 3/16-1/4 4.8-6.4 4 100 nylon .203, steel .187 nylon 5.2, steel 4.7
Operating
Tension Range
P.I.W. kN/m in. mm in. mm in. (nylon-steel) mm (nylon-steel)
Belt Thickness
Range
Minimum
Pulley Diameter
Approximate Hinge Pin Diameter
METAL SELECTION CHART
Metal Type Application
Steel Standard fastener material suitable for most applications. Plated for
316 Stainless Steel Extra resistance to abrasion, magnetic attraction, and corrosion
430 Magnetic
Stainless Steel
MegAlloy
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rust and corrosion resistance.
from acids and chemicals. Excellent for high sanitary requirements.
For use with magnetic separators. Provides resistance to wear and
abrasion. Plate, staples, and hinge pins are all constructed from
magnetic stainless steel.
Superior resistance to wear and abrasion, providing several times
the service life of steel. Not recommended where subject to impact
or corrosion. Not available in the Ready Set conguration.
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Alligator® Staple
Installation Tools
Alligator® RSC187 Installation Tool
The RSC187 Installation Tool securely holds
fasteners in proper alignment and guides
staples as they are driven. Installs two staples
simultaneously for fast and simple splicing.
Also provides a solid anvil surface for initial
staple clinching.
The RSC187 comes complete with a driver
and guide blocks for all three fastener sizes.
Also available in sizes to match a variety of belt
widths; wider tools are available for production
lacing and fabrication shop requirements.
ALLIGATOR
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STAPLE
Alligator® Staple Tool Kit
Everything needed to install Alligator® Ready
Set™ Fastener Systems, in a lightweight, easyto-carry toolbox. Includes a RSC187 Installation
Tool, ST3-9 Staple Driver, SR-28 Staple Set
Plate, RTBS Rough Top Belt Skiver, BN-1 belt
nippers, and 1-lb. hammer.
Alligator® Staple
Gold Class™ Power Driver*
The air-operated Power Driver* allows
belt fabricators to install Alligator
Set™ Staple plates with quick and effortless
trigger pulls. This simple installation
process allows for splices to be installed
quickly and consistently, regardless of
operator skill and experience.
By eliminating the need to hammerinstall the fasteners, the Alligator
Staple Gold Class tool reduces the
risk of repetitive motion injuries.
It also reduces operator fatigue
associated with hammer-installing
numerous splices throughout the day.
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Ready
*Patent pending
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