TOPS Bar-It™ (NFM)
Belt Splicing Solutions
The TOPS Bar-It (NFM) is a lighter duty option for mechanically clamping rubber or PVC elevator belts together. This splice is constructed out of non-ferrous metal and will accommodate elevator belt tension ratings up to 600 PIW.
Designed to be manufactured out of two continuous bars the exact belt width will be needed when ordering or requesting a quote. This information will allow a T.O.P.S. staff member to quickly and correctly quote or manufacture.
Technical Data
TOPS Bar-It (NFM) ----- Non-Sparking!!
*Clamping Style Splice
*Splice to belt width
*Non-Ferrous Metal Construction
*Non-Sparking Belt Clamp Solution
*600 PIW Max Belt Tension Rating
*Max Operating Temp 600° F
TOPS Swift-Splice Installation Instructions w/ Template:
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Inspect both belt ends to be sure they are square; if not trim.
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Take your TOPS Bar-It Clamp and take all hardware off. Once this is done it will leave you a natural template as these splices are made to your specific belt width.
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Clamp splice to belt then mark centerline of holes with chalk or wax pencil, then proceed by removing clamp.
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Take both belt ends and clamp them together so they do not shift, then proceed to drill / punch for ½” bolts through both belt ends.
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Visually inspect for proper hole placement; being sure everything is square.
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Place the center plate between both ends of the belt. The wide end faces belt face per drawing.
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Once all three plates are aligned, use provided hardware and tighten. 600 PIW belt or less torque to 75 ft.lbs; 600PIW and over use 100 ft.lbs.
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Visually inspect that everything is correct and install elevator belt.
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Inspect TOPS Bar-It Clamp and you will notice each bar has a single beveled edge. This beveled edge faces the belt face with the radius at the bottom.
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Once bars A & B are aligned, use provided hardware and tighten. 600 PIW belt or less torque to 75 ft.lbs.
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Visually inspect that everything is correct and install elevator belt.
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Run elevator for 30 minutes then re-torque to above specifications.
WARNING: Not Approved for Manlifts! T.O.P.S. Inc. strictly prohibits the use of the TOPS Swift-Splice (FM), TOPS Swift-Splice (NFM) and TOPS Bar-It (NFM) on manlifts as these splices have not been approved or tested for this application. By installing death or serious injury may occur.
WARNING: The TOPS Swift-Splice (FM), TOPS Swift-Splice (NFM) and TOPS Bar-It (NFM) are not recommended for use in elevators with wing pulleys. By using them in this application you may notice premature wear on the back side of the belt around splice and / or noise in the boot section as the pulley may contact the splice.
WARNING: Do not re-use hardware. Please contact T.O.P.S. Inc. for replacements.
WARNING: Not for use on steel cable belts!
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