Link Materials
Standard links are moulded from quality acetal engineering plastic offering optimum mechanical properties in materials handling.
The material offers a unique combination of properties, high tensile strength, excellent dynamic fatigue strength, unique resilience and practical impact strength with a low co-efficiency of friction. (0.15 against metals compared to 0.8 for steel/steel).
In operation chains are quiet, rugged and virtually maintenance free (no need for lubrication) light in weight and low on energy requirements. They offer maximum hygiene advantage and good chemical resistance with minimal moisture absorption. The material exhibits excellent resistance to wear.
Recommended temperature range: -40°C to +90°C (-40°F to +194°F).
Engineering plastics are offered in two standards
In addition special grades can also be employed including glass reinforced polypropylene and polyurethane and in addition antistatic materials, but special considerations relating to application and production batches are necessary.
Pin Material
Standard pin material employed is from austenitic stainless steel grade AISI 304. (18/8 Cr Ni) offering a high degree of corrosion resistance, high hardness and strength. Ferritic stainless steel can be offered if metal detection is necessary or standard steels with electrolytic zinc plating.
Heavy Duty Chains
To calculate chain pull for conveyors with bends use the following table.
PM600 and PM1300 chain
Multiply Tf by no. of bends in conveyor length.
Curves should be as far away from head shaft as possible.
When using 1700 chains with turnwheels, calculate as for straight conveyor and multiply result by 1.12n when n = no. of turns.
The popular 600 series chains are normally employed in transportation of crates & cartons.
PM600 Standard open style
PM600D Standard open style with hold down lug
PM600/F Standard open style with pusher attachment
PM600F/D2508 Standard open style with pusher attachment
JK600 Closed top series
JK600D Closed top series with hold down lug
PM600/SX1 Standard open style with pusher attachment
Acetal Case Chains 600 Series
| Chain Number | Pitch (in) | Pitch (mm) | Pin Diameter (in) | Pin Diameter (mm) | Available Pin Type | Overall Length (in) | Overall Length (mm) | Chain Width (in) | Chain Width (mm) | Overall Width (in) | Overall Width (mm) | Height (in) | Height (mm) | Lug Height (in) | Lug Height (mm) | Minimum Radius Turn (in) | Minimum Radius Turn (mm) | UTS (kg) | Max Load (kg) | Average Weight (kg/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PM600 | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | S.C.R | 3.55 | 90.2 | 1.69 | 42.9 | – | – | 1.12 | 28.45 | – | – | 30 | 762 | 1540 | 840 | 0.42 |
| PM600D | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | S.C.R | 3.55 | 90.2 | 1.69 | 42.9 | 2.12 | 53.85 | 1.12 | 28.45 | 0.67 | 17.02 | 30 | 762 | 1540 | 840 | 0.44 |
| PM600/F | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | S.C.R | 3.57 | 90.7 | 1.69 | 42.9 | – | – | 1.12 | 28.45 | 0.21 | 5.5 | 30 | 762 | 1540 | 840 | – |
| PM600F/D2508 | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | S.C.R | 3.62 | 92.0 | 1.69 | 42.9 | – | – | 1.12 | 28.45 | 0.21 | 5.5 | 30 | 762 | 1540 | 840 | – |
| JK600 | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | K | 3.55 | 90.2 | 1.69 | 42.9 | – | – | 1.12 | 28.45 | – | – | 30 | 762 | 1540 | 840 | 0.42 |
| JK600D | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | K | 3.55 | 90.2 | 1.69 | 42.9 | 2.12 | 53.85 | 1.12 | 28.45 | 0.56 | 14.2 | 30 | 762 | 1540 | 840 | 0.44 |
| CC600 | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | R | 3.63 | 92.2 | 1.69 | 42.9 | – | – | 1.12 | 28.45 | – | – | 21 | 533 | 5670 | 680 | 1.51 |
| CC600D | 2.5 | 63.5 | 7/16 | 11 | R | 3.63 | 92.2 | 1.69 | 42.9 | 2.12 | 53.85 | 1.12 | 28.45 | 0.56 | 14.2 | 21 | 533 | 5670 | 680 | 1.68 |
Pin types available: S=Snap fit, C=Circlip, R=Rivet, K=Knurled.
The heavy duty 1400 series with its heavier construction and increased wearing surfaces is particularly suitable for increased duty such as handling steel crates, kegs, gas cylinders, pallets and many other industrial applications.
PM1400 Standard open style
PM1400D Standard open style with hold down lug
JK1400 Closed top series
Acetal Case Chains 1400 Series
| Chain Number | Pitch (in) | Pitch (mm) | Pin Diameter (in) | Pin Diameter (mm) | Available Pin Type | Overall Length (in) | Overall Length (mm) | Chain Width (in) | Chain Width (mm) | Overall Width (in) | Overall Width (mm) | Height (in) | Height (mm) | Lug Height (in) | Lug Height (mm) | Minimum Radius Turn (in) | Minimum Radius Turn (mm) | UTS (kg) | Max Load (kg) | Average Weight (kg/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PM1400 | 3.25 | 82.55 | 7/16 | 11 | S.C.R | 4.65 | 118.1 | 2.0 | 50.8 | – | – | 1.50 | 38.1 | – | – | 26 | 660 | 2265 | 1200 | 0.63 |
| PM1400D | 3.25 | 82.55 | 7/16 | 11 | S.C.R | 4.65 | 118.1 | 2.0 | 50.8 | 2.625 | 66.68 | 1.50 | 38.1 | 0.75 | 19.05 | 26 | 660 | 2265 | 1200 | 0.69 |
| JK1400 | 3.25 | 82.55 | 7/16 | 11 | S.C.R | 4.65 | 118.1 | 2.0 | 50.8 | – | – | 1.50 | 38.1 | – | – | 26 | 660 | 2265 | 1200 | 0.67 |
Pin types available: S=Snap fit, C=Circlip, R=Rivet
This is the most versatile chain in the series being able to flex in several directions. PM1700 can be employed on very small bends with turn discs, which makes construction of very compact conveyors possible.
Acetal Case Chains 1700 Series
| Chain Type | Pitch (in) | Pitch (mm) | Pin Diameter (in) | Pin Diameter (mm) | Available Pin Type | Overall Length (in) | Overall Length (mm) | Height (in) | Height (mm) | Lug Height (in) | Lug Height (mm) | Side Groove Depth (in) | Side Groove Depth (mm) | Minimum Radius Turn (in) | Minimum Radius Turn (mm) | UTS (kg) | Max Load (kg) | Average Weight (kg/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PM1700 | 1.968 | 50 | 5/16 | 7.94 | K | 3.16 | 80.26 | 0.944 | 24 | 0.125 | 3.20 | 0.44 | 11.18 | 5.5 | 140 | 600 | 360 | 0.40 |
Pin types available: K=Knurled
| Chain Number | Material | P (in) | A (in) | B F22-6 (in) | B F22-8 (in) | C (in) | D (in) | E F22-6 (in) | E F22-8 (in) | F F22-6 (in) | F F22-8 (in) | G (in) | T (in) | UTS (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PM720S | PM | 6.00 | 1.34 | 2.625 | 4.50 | 2.375 | 0.375 | 6.125 | 7.875 | 5.50 | 5.625 | 3.00 | 0.313 | 6,000 |