4.2 Conveyor Chain Selection
There are five types of conveyor chains:
- Small pitch conveyor chain.
- Precision conveyor chain.
- Top chain.
- Free flow chain.
- Large pitch conveyor chain.
To select any of these chains, use the procedure outlined in the flow chart (Figure 4.15). Chain tension is calculated based on the load size.
In these five types, because often the objects conveyed on small pitch conveyor chains, precision conveyor chains, and top chains are light, sometimes you don't have to check "allowable roller load." Also, attachments are not usually installed on top chains and free flow chains, therefore, you don't need to check the attachment allowable load.
- 4.2.1 Check of Conditions for Selection
- 4.2.2 Conveyor Type Selection (General Selection)
- 4.2.3 Selection of Chain Type and Specification
- 4.2.4 Points of Notice About Roller Type
- 4.2.5 Chain Pitch Decision
- 4.2.6 Deciding the Number of Sprocket Teeth
- 4.2.7 Deciding the Attachment Type
- 4.2.8 Calculation
of Tension
- 4.2.8.1 Horizontal Conveyor
- 4.2.8.2 Free Flow Conveyor
- 4.2.9 Allowable Load of Roller and Standard A Attachment
