Continental Contitech 20042854 Cogged V-belt 5L 49in

Product Description

The CONTINENTAL CONTITECH 20042854 is a fractional horsepower cogged V-belt designed for light-duty power transmission applications in HVAC, agricultural, and general industrial equipment. Built from high-traction rubber, the cogged profile reduces bending resistance and heat buildup, improving efficiency and extending service life compared to standard wrapped belts. This is a 5L-section belt with an outside length of 49 inches and an internal length of 47.80 inches, sold individually. It carries belt number 5L490 and is rated for a maximum working temperature of 140 degrees C and a minimum of -40 degrees C.

This belt is suited for residential and light commercial HVAC blower assemblies, condenser fan drives, and fractional horsepower motor-to-load drive systems. The cogged construction allows it to wrap smaller sheave diameters without excessive stress, making it a practical choice for belt-driven fans, pumps, and compressors common in trade service work. HVAC technicians, equipment mechanics, and facilities maintenance personnel typically install this belt as a direct replacement in 5L-section drive systems.

Key Features

• Cogged profile reduces bending resistance and heat buildup on smaller sheave diameters
• High-traction rubber compound for reliable grip and reduced slippage
• Abrasion resistant and ozone resistant construction for extended service life
• Wide operating temperature range: -40 degrees C to 140 degrees C
• 5L-section fractional horsepower sizing for common light-duty drive applications
• Belt number 5L490 for cross-reference and replacement sourcing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement for fractional horsepower V-belt drives using 5L-section belts with a 49-inch outside length. Cross-references as belt number 5L490.

Installation Notes

Always de-energize and lock out the equipment before removing or installing a drive belt. Inspect sheaves for wear, misalignment, and debris before fitting the new belt. Do not pry or force the belt over sheave flanges; loosen the motor mount to create slack and seat the belt properly. Follow equipment manufacturer torque specifications when resecuring motor mounting hardware after tensioning.