Drive rollers are cylindrical components that drive the conveyor system. Unlike traditional rollers that are driven by an external power source, a drive roller is an automated modular unit that receives its mechanical input for direct drive from an internal electric motor. This is why the product is also known as a drum motor. Therefore, its movement causes a chain reaction throughout the conveyor system to which it is connected, without the need for a further drive unit. Thanks to their special design, high performance, and excellent advantages in terms of space, safety, and energy efficiency, drive pulleys represent an important innovation in conveyor technology, especially for all industrial applications involving unit handling, including airports, the food and beverage industry, warehouses and distribution centers as well as manufacturing and packaging companies.
The drive roller manufactured by GCS is a device used to drive and transfer material, typically in a conveyor belt system. It acts as a power source for the conveyor belt, transferring power from an electric motor to the conveyor belt to make it run. Drive rollers are made from a variety of materials, commonly metals (e.g., steel, aluminum), polymers (e.g., polyurethane, nylon), etc., depending on the specific application requirements and environmental conditions.
The pipe diameter specifications for GCS drive rollers are usually available in the following common sizes:
Diameter ø25mm
Diameter ø38mm
Diameter ø50mm
Diameter ø57mm
Diameter ø60mm
Diameter ø63.5mm
Diameter ø76mm
Diameter ø89mm
These sizes are the more common ones, but there are actually other sizes of drive rollers available, which have to be customized on a case-by-case basis.
As for the shaft diameter and shaft type of the drive pulley, the design is usually based on the diameter of the pulley and the requirements of the use. The more common shaft diameters are 8mm, 12mm, 15mm, 20mm, and so on. Shaft models are generally standardized shafts, such as H-type, T-type, and so on.
Roller installation and shaft end treatment:
Shaft-end treatment method
It should be noted that the specific shaft diameter and shaft model will also vary according to the differences in equipment design and production processes of different suppliers and manufacturers. Therefore, when selecting and purchasing drive rollers, it is best to communicate with the supplier or manufacturer in detail to ensure that the drive roller selected meets your specific needs and requirements.
The advantages of drive rollers are mainly as follows:
Efficient Transmission: The drive pulley transmits power to the conveyor belt through an electric motor, which provides an efficient transmission force, enabling materials to be transferred quickly and smoothly.
High reliability: the drive roller is usually made of high-quality materials with high wear resistance and corrosion resistance, which can run stably for a long time under a harsh working environment.
Convenient maintenance: the drive roller has a simple structure, is relatively easy to maintain and repair, and can realize trouble-free operation for a long time, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
Flexibility: the drive roller can be customized according to the actual needs of the design, to meet different conveying requirements, and has a high degree of flexibility in the installation of the conveyor line. The drive roller is widely used in industrial production, especially suitable for material transportation, sorting, packaging, and other links.
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GLOBAL CONVEYOR SUPPLIES COMPANY LIMITED (GCS), formerly known as RKM, specializes in manufacturing belt drive roller,chain drive rollers,non-powered rollers,turning rollers,belt conveyor, and roller conveyors.
GCS adopts advanced technology in manufacturing operations and has obtained ISO9001:2008 Quality Management System Certificate.Our company occupies a land area of 20,000 square meters, including a production area of 10,000 square meters and is a market leader in the production of conveying divices and accessories.
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Post time: Nov-20-2023