Iklumet

Iklumet is a unique solution for joining PVC/PU tapes with a thickness of 1.4-5.2 mm operating under relatively light loads, developed and patented by MLT Minet Lacing Technology SA. The solution consists in sticking a patch connected with a polyacetal stick into the tape. Removing the rod allows the belt to be disassembled for cleaning, repair, maintenance, etc.

The most important features and advantages of connections with Iklumet :

a vulcanizing press or ultrasonic welding machine is needed for installation;
the connection point remains flexible and pliable, which makes Iklumet a suitable solution for joining trough belts;
a properly selected and correctly installed batten does not thicken the tape profile;
ease of disassembly and subsequent reconnection of the tape for handling, cleaning, transport;
the possibility of making the rod from stainless steel, which guarantees the highest holding force, or from polyacetal – compatible with magnetic conveyors or metal detectors, or in situations where the action of magnetic fields or contact of the product with metal is highly undesirable;
the connection point remains tight, resistant to dust, liquids, greases, oils, fats;
connections are available in various colors;
available version made of white PVC with FDA approval – for tapes in contact with unpackaged food.

Technical data:

Carrier side material	PVC	PU	PVC fabric	PU fabric
Running side material	PVC or fabric	PU or fabric	PVC fabric	PU fabric
Tape thickness, mm	1.4 – 6.7	1.4 – 5.2	1.4 – 3.2	1.4 – 2.2
belt tension, N/mm	8 – 20*	8 – 20*	8 – 12*	8
Drum min. Ø, mm	50 – 250*	50 – 120*	50 – 60*	50

* depending on the thickness of the tape – see the table below .

PVC patches (standard version)

Tape thickness, mm	1,4 - 1,7	1,8 - 2,2	2,3 - 2,7	2,3 - 2,8	2,8 - 3,2	3,3 - 3,7	3,8 - 4,2	4,3 - 4,7	4,8 - 5,2	5,3 - 5,7	5,8 - 6,2
*Batten thickness, mm**	1,7	2,2	2,7	2,8	3,2	3,7	4,2	4,7	5,2	5,7	6,2
Maximum belt tension, N/mm	8	8	10	12	12	12	12-20
Minimum drum diameter, mm	50	50	50	60	60	100	100		120
Availability
PVC/PU running side
Running side fabric
Carrying side and running fabric

* making the running side of fabric translates into approx. 0.3 – 0.5 mm of additional thickness.

PVC patches (high-strength version)

Tape thickness, mm	4.8 - 5,2	5,3 - 5,7	5,8 - 6,2	6,3 - 6,7
*Batten thickness, mm**	5,2	5,7	6,2	6,7
Maximum belt tension, N/mm	14 - 20
Minimum drum diameter, mm	250
Availability
PVC/PU running side
Running side fabric
Carrying side and running fabric

* making the running side of fabric translates into approx. 0.3 – 0.5 mm of additional thickness.

PU patches

Tape thickness, mm	1,4 - 1,7	1,8 - 2,2	2,3 - 2,8	2,8 - 3,2	3,3 - 3,7	3,8 - 4,2	4,3 - 4,7	4,8 - 5,2
*Batten thickness, mm**	1,7	2,2	2,7	3,2	3,7	4,2	4,7	5,2
Maximum belt tension, N/mm	8	8	10	12	12	12-20
Minimum drum diameter, mm	50	50	50	60	80	100	120
Availability
PVC/PU running side
Running side fabric
Carrying side and running fabric

* making the running side of fabric translates into approx. 0.3 – 0.5 mm of additional thickness.

Iklumet is delivered in one-metre lengths with a polyacetal rod. It is possible to purchase a separate rod made of polyacetal (section 10,000 mm) or stainless steel (section of any length up to and including 3,000 mm). The manufacturer recommends the use of a steel rod for narrow belts and belts (<200 mm wide).