Product Info Small size conveyor chain
Small size conveyor chain are chains for small transport applications that incorporate attachments into Drive chain or double pitch chain.
There is a wide variety of attachments available, and by adding slats, bars, special jigs, etc., it is possible to transport items of any shape.
The intermeshing drive eliminates slippage and allows for a wide range of operation depending on the conveyor length, transport direction, and operating environment.
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Small size conveyor chain related information
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Selection
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Materials
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Operation
Chain conveyor features and precautions
- -Can transport items of almost any shape.
- - Can be adapted to a wide range of conveyor lengths, transport directions, and operating environments.
- - There is no slippage, allowing for precise driving.
- - It has the advantages of being highly durable and efficient.
[Notes]
- *While non-slipness is an advantage, care must be taken when selecting a product for applications where it will be subject to impact.
- *Due to the meshing mechanism between the chain and sprocket, there are speed fluctuations due to its characteristics.
Small size conveyor chain types and structures
Double pitch
- - Compared to the RS type with attachment, the chain pitch is double (Double pitch) and the plate shape is flat.
- - There are two types of rollers: R rollers and S rollers, which can be used depending on the application.
- -Double pitch pitch sprockets and RS sprockets (S rollers with 30 or more teeth) can be used.
- -Suitable for relatively long distance, low speed transport.
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RS Attachment Chains
- - This is a chain with an attachment attached to an RS roller chain (for transmission) type plate.
- - The chain pitch is small, so small items can be transported at small intervals, making it generally suitable for short-distance transport.
- - Fast, smooth and quiet driving.
- - In most cases, RS sprockets can be used.
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Learn more about the components and their functions
| 1. Plate | 2. Pin | ||
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This is one of the parts that bears the tension acting on the chain. The precision of the holes into which the pins or bushes are press fit determines the quality of the chain, so they are machined particularly precisely to create a tough plate with high fatigue strength and impact resistance. |  |
Both ends of the pin are press fit into holes in the outer plate and secured with rivets (Hollow Pin chains and Poly-steel chain are only press fit). The pins are subjected to shearing and bending forces through the plate, and when the chain articulate, they act as the axis of the bushing and slide, so strength and wear resistance are the main priorities when manufacturing. |
| 3. Bush | 4. Roller | ||
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Both ends of the bushing are press fit fitted into the inner plate and act as bearings for the pin and roller. Although it is subjected to complex forces through each part, it is finished with a highly wear-resistant specification. |  |
The rollers are slip fit into the bushings, which absorb the shock when meshing with the sprocket, and roll when the chain is running, allowing the chain to move smoothly and helping to reduce running resistance. Wear resistance is important. |
| 5. Attachment | 6. spring clip and cotter pins | ||
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Bolt holes are provided. For details, please refer to the standard attachment types. |  |
spring clip and cotter pin are important parts that prevent connecting link plate from falling off and maintain the chain's original strength. Be sure to install them properly. |
| 7. Inner link | 8. outer link | ||
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The two bushings are press fit fitted into the inner plate at both ends to form Inner link. Rollers are slip fit onto the outer periphery of the bushings. |  |
Both ends of the two pins are press fit into the outer plate. After press fit, the ends of all pins except for the connecting link are riveted to prevent them from coming loose (Hollow Pin / Poly-steel chain are only press fit). |
| The three basic dimensions | slip fit | press fit | ||
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| Pitch, roller diameter, and Inner link width are the three basic dimensions of a roller chain. When these dimensions are the same, the roller chain and sprocket are dimensionally compatible. |
A fit in which there is always a gap when the shaft and hole are combined. A fit in which the hole tolerance range is completely above the shaft (pin or bushing) tolerance range. | A fit that always creates interference when the shaft and hole are combined. A fit in which the tolerance range of the hole is completely below the tolerance range of the shaft (pin or bushing). |
Learn more about standard attachment types
Attachment type
A attachment
A type of chain with an attachment that has a hole on one side.
A1: 1 hole A2: 2 holes (*RS type has only 1 hole)
SA attachment
A type with a vertical attachment hole on one side of the chain.
SA1: 1 hole SA2: 2 holes (*RS type has only 1 hole)
K attachment
A style with attachments with holes on both sides of the chain.
K1: 1 hole K2: 2 holes (*RS type has only 1 hole)
SK attachment
A type with vertical attachments with holes on both sides of the chain.
SK1: 1 hole SK2: 2 holes (*RS type has only 1 hole)
AA attachment
A type of chain with attachments that have holes on the top and bottom of one side.
AA1: 1 hole AA2: 2 holes (*RS type has only 1 hole)
WA attachment
A style with a wide attachment with a hole on one side of the chain.
WA1: 1 hole WA2: 2 holes
KK attachment
A style with attachments that have holes on the top and bottom of both sides of the chain.
KK1: 1 hole KK2: 2 holes (*RS type has only 1 hole)
WK attachment
A style with wide attachments with holes on both sides of the chain.
WK1: 1 hole WK2: 2 holes
EP Attachment
A style in which the chain pin is extended to one side.
[Photo: EP attachment for each link]GNK Attachment
A chain with holes in the plates on both sides. (Only applies to Double pitch S-roller chains.)
[Photo: GNK1 attachment attached to each link]Note) WA, WK: RS type chains cannot have attachments attached to each link.
Organization
Attachments can be installed at intervals of one link or more, but when installing them at every even number of links, they should be installed on outer link, which makes them convenient for repairs.
Special Attachments
We also offer a variety of attachment types to suit your needs.
Small size conveyor chain product list
- General-purpose small size conveyor chain
- Corrosion Resistant Small size conveyor chain
- Special Small size conveyor chain
- Lube free small size conveyor chain
- Integrated Attachment
Chains - Indexing conveyor chain
- Free Flow Chain
The most versatile Small size conveyor chain with attachments
A standard type of attachment chain that is used for a wide range of applications.
We offer a lineup of Double pitch and RS type with attachments, and all parts are heat treated to improve breaking strength and fatigue strength.
Double Pitch Chains
Model number RF2□□□S/R～
Compared to RS Attachment Chains, this is a conveyor chain with double the chain pitch (Double pitch) and flatter plates for attachments.
- - High overall length accuracy makes it suitable for relatively long distance, low speed transport.
- - There are two types of rollers: R rollers and S rollers, which can be used depending on the application.
- -Double pitch pitch sprockets and RS sprockets (S rollers with 30 or more teeth) can be used.
- -Complies with ISO1275 type a, ASME B29.100, and JIS B1803.
size
RF2040～RF2160
Attachment Type
A1, A2, K1, K2 , SA1, SA2, SK1, SK2, EP, GNK1
RS type chain with attachments
Model number RS□□～
This is a conveyor chain with an attachment attached to RS roller chain (transmission) type plate.
- - Suitable for applications where the conveyance conveyor length is short (usually 10m or less) and small parts need to be conveyed at short intervals.
- - High-speed transport can be performed smoothly.
- - It is also suitable for environmentally friendly applications, such as low noise.
- - In most cases, standard RS sprockets can be used.
size
RS25～RS160
Attachment Type
A1, K1, SA1, SK1, EP
Other RS chains with attachments
Model number RS□□～
A wide range of attachments available
- · The specifications and dimensions of the chain body are the same as those of RS Attachment Chains.
- ・We offer a range of attachments in addition to the standard RS Attachment Chains.
size
RS40～RS100
Attachment Type
AA1, KK1, SAA1, SKK1, WA1,WA2, WK1, WA2, WSA1, WSA2,WSK1, WSK2
BS Attachment Chain
Model number RS□□B～
Small size conveyor chain with attachments that conforms to the ISO606 Standard B Series.
- ・When replacing BS chains installed in manufacturing equipment in Europe, replacement is possible without changing sprockets.
can. - - A special sprocket is required, so please contact us.
size
RS08B～RS24B
Attachment Type
A1, K1, EP, SA1, SK1, WA1, WA2, WK1, WK2, WSA1, WSA2, WSK1, WSK2
RF type roller chain
Model number RF□□～
The plate shape of RS Attachment Chains has been made flat, allowing direct loading and transport on the plate.
This is the chain that made it possible.
- - The chain plates are flat, so items can be directly placed on them for transport.
- ・Also compatible with lambda specifications. Stainless steel specifications are also available as special models, but stainless steel and lambda specifications cannot be combined.
- - Standard RS sprockets can be used.
size
RF35～RF120
Attachment Type
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