
SKF PHG 182-XL-031 timing belt
- Brand
- SKF
- Category
- Power transmission
- Subcategory
- Timing belts
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Description
SKF PHG 182-XL-031 belongs to timing belt, part of our Power transmission range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for PHG 182-XL-031 and any equivalents.
SKF PHG XL timing belts are toothed belts that engage pulleys of the same pitch to provide slip-free, synchronized transmission. They are specified for applications where the drive ratio must stay exact and installation space is tight, including positioning systems, printers, automation equipment and textile machinery. MR Industrial Accessories supplies this line and assists with belt selection.
The part number follows a three-part structure. PHG denotes the SKF timing belt family. The middle figure is either the tooth count or the pitch length, depending on the code; for instance, in PHG 44-XL-025 the 44 is the number of teeth. The XL suffix specifies the pitch (tooth profile), and the final number, such as 025, 031 or 037, indicates the belt width. So PHG 60-XL-031 is an XL-pitch belt with 60 teeth and width 031. Confirm all three values against your pulley and the space available.
These belts are found in drives that demand synchronization and minimal backlash. Typical uses include industrial sewing machines, packaging lines, wide-format printers, plotters, dosing units, textile equipment and small automation drives. They also appear in laboratory devices and linear motion systems requiring repeatability. Since they do not slip, the transmission ratio remains constant, which matters when a positioning error can affect product quality or equipment safety.
Selection starts at the pulley. The pitch must match the profile in the code, and the tooth count must produce the pitch length needed for the center distance. Width is chosen based on torque: a wider belt carries more load, as long as the pulley accepts it. During installation, check pulley alignment to prevent edge wear and noise. Set tension correctly: too loose and the belt jumps teeth, too tight and it overloads the bearings. Keep pulleys clean and free of burrs. Never force the belt over the pulley; if needed, release the tensioner or flange.
SKF PHG XL timing belts can be interchanged with belts from other manufacturers that share the same profile and standardized designation. The critical point is to match pitch, number of teeth and width; each brand may write the length differently, but the three dimensions must align. At MR Industrial Accessories, we help you verify interchangeability without compromising performance.
If you have the belt code, send it via WhatsApp to MR Industrial Accessories for a quote. If you are unsure, provide the pulley data, center distance and available width, and we will guide you. We support the SKF line for selection.
Dimensions
- Perfil
- XL
Frequently asked questions
- What does the code PHG 44-XL-025 mean?
- PHG indicates the SKF timing belt family. The 44 is the number of teeth, XL the pitch and 025 the width in hundredths of an inch. These three data points identify the exact belt.
- Can I replace an XL belt from another brand with an SKF PHG belt?
- Yes, if pitch, number of teeth and width match. The standardized designation allows interchangeability between brands. Always verify the three data points before replacing.
- How do I choose the belt width?
- The width is defined by the torque to be transmitted and the pulley space. A greater width provides higher load capacity. Check your equipment specifications or write to us with the data and we will advise you.

