Plastic chain plate is a kind of conveyor belt made of various plastic materials, which is widely used in various industrial fields. The following are the main types of plastic chain plates and the considerations when choosing them:
The main types of plastic chain plates
Hard plastic chain plate:
It is mainly made of hard plastics such as PVC or PC.
Advantages: high wear resistance, strong toughness, good impact resistance.
Application: It is suitable for mechanical transmission and conveying fields, especially in situations where the temperature is high or there are many materials to be conveyed.
Soft plastic chain plate:
It is mainly made of soft PVC and other plastics.
Advantages: Soft, not easy to wear, and has a good protective effect on sensitive materials.
Application: Suitable for low temperature and low material delivery situations.
Classification by material:
Polyethylene (PE): durable, wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant, suitable for low-temperature material transportation.
Polypropylene (PP): Wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant, high temperature resistance, suitable for corrosive material transportation.
Polyoxymethylene (POM): It has high mechanical strength and rigidity, high fatigue strength, environmental resistance, good resistance to organic solvents, strong resistance to repeated impact, a wide range of use temperatures (-40°C to 120°C), good electrical properties, self-lubricating properties, good wear resistance, and excellent dimensional stability.
Nylon (PA): high strength, wear resistance, able to withstand high impact loads, but high cost.
Considerations when choosing plastic chain plates
Working environment:
Temperature: choose a chain plate with suitable temperature resistance.
Corrosivity: Considering the corrosivity of the material, choose a corrosion-resistant chain plate material.
Material characteristics: Select the appropriate chain plate based on the weight, shape, friction coefficient, and other characteristics of the material.
Performance requirements:
Wear resistance: Choose the appropriate wear resistance based on the wear condition of the conveyor belt.
Impact resistance: Select the appropriate impact resistance based on the impact of the material on the chain plate.
Toughness: Choose the appropriate toughness based on whether the chain plate needs to bend or twist during use.
Cost:
The cost of chain plates varies depending on the material, and it is necessary to choose the appropriate material based on the budget.
Other factors:
Environmental protection level of chain plate: choose food-grade or non-food-grade chain plate according to the application environment.
Pitch of chain plate: select the appropriate pitch according to the design requirements of the conveyor.
In summary, when selecting a plastic chain plate, one should consider the working environment, performance requirements, cost, and other factors to choose the type of chain plate that best suits their needs.
Common modular plastic mesh belt materials include PP (polypropylene), PE (polyethylene), POM (polyoxymethylene), NYLON (nylon), etc. These materials have their own characteristics, such as PP material with high chemical resistance and heat resistance, and PE material with good cold resistance and wear resistance. When selecting materials, it is necessary to determine according to the actual application scenarios and requirements.
In summary, the selection of the pitch and material of the modular plastic mesh belt needs to be determined based on specific application scenarios and requirements. During the selection process, we need to consider factors such as the size and shape of the object, conveying speed and stability, usage environment, load capacity, and chemical stability to ensure that the selected mesh belt can meet the actual application requirements.
Post time: Jun-20-2024