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Sprockets for Freight Conveyors \u2014 Heavy-Load Chain Drives for Industrial Transport<\/h2>\n

Freight conveyor sprockets drive the chain mechanisms that transport heavy goods, pallets, containers, and bulk materials through warehouses, distribution centres, ports, and manufacturing facilities. These sprockets must handle sustained heavy loads, frequent starts, and abrasive operating environments. We supply freight conveyor sprockets in ANSI #60\u2013#120 and ISO 12B\u201324B with 4140 alloy steel, induction-hardened teeth, and split hub options for rapid field replacement.<\/p>\n

\"Freight<\/p>\n

Specifications<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Parameter<\/th>\nRange<\/th>\nCustom<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Pitch<\/td>\n19.05\u201338.1mm<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chain<\/td>\nANSI #60\u2013#120 \/ ISO 12B\u201324B<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Teeth<\/td>\n15\u201345T<\/td>\n9\u201376T<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/td>\nC45 \/ 4140<\/td>\nSS316<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hardness<\/td>\nHRC 40\u201350<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hub<\/td>\nB-Hub \/ Split \/ QD<\/td>\nTL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bore<\/td>\nH7, up to 80mm<\/td>\nQD to 120mm+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TIR<\/td>\n\u22640.025mm<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Surface<\/td>\nBlack oxide \/ Zinc<\/td>\nHDG, zinc-nickel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Strand<\/td>\nSimplex \/ Duplex<\/td>\nTriplex<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Speed<\/td>\nUp to 800 RPM<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Load<\/td>\nUp to 5,000 kg\/m<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Temp<\/td>\n-20\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Keyway<\/td>\nDIN 6885<\/td>\nANSI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PD (21T #80)<\/td>\n170.3mm<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
OD (21T #80)<\/td>\n183.7mm<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Max Bore (21T #80)<\/td>\n45mm<\/td>\nQD extends<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight (21T #80)<\/td>\n3.2 kg<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lubrication<\/td>\nOil bath \/ drip<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cert<\/td>\nISO 9001, EN 10204 3.1<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Advantages \/ Working Principle<\/h2>\n

▶ Heavy-gauge teeth handle sustained pallet and container loads without deformation<\/p>\n

▶ Split hub allows field sprocket replacement without removing chain \u2014 critical for 24\/7 freight facilities<\/p>\n

▶ 4140 alloy steel for shock loading from irregular freight placement<\/p>\n

▶ HRC 40-50 hardened teeth + CNC precision + full traceability<\/p>\n

Working principle:<\/strong> Drive sprocket on gearbox shaft engages heavy roller chain connected to pallet transfer slats, drag chain system, or belt drive mechanism. Converts motor torque into horizontal transport of heavy goods. Located at conveyor head shaft (drive), tail shaft (return), and along path (idler\/tension).<\/p>\n

Compatibility \/ Selection<\/h2>\n

Chains:<\/strong> ANSI #60\u2013#120, ISO 12B\u201324B. OEM:<\/strong> Hytrol*, Dematic*, TGW*, SSI Schaefer* conveyor systems.<\/p>\n

*Compatibility reference only.<\/p>\n

Select:<\/strong> ❶ Chain pitch ❷ Shaft \u2192 bore\/hub ❸ Teeth for speed ratio ❹ C45 indoor \/ 4140 heavy-duty \/ zinc outdoor ❺ Split hub if 24\/7 maintenance access needed.<\/p>\n

Installation \/ Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n

Install:<\/strong> LOTO \u2192 release tension \u2192 remove old \u2192 mount new (split hub = no chain removal) \u2192 align \u2192 tension 2\u20133% sag \u2192 lubricate \u2192 test at slow speed.<\/p>\n

Issues:<\/strong> Chain riding teeth = worn sprocket (replace both). Vibration = misalignment or bore runout. Noise = dry chain (lubricate). Chain skipping = elongated chain + worn teeth (replace both).<\/p>\n

Case Studies<\/h2>\n
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Sydney, NSW \u2014 3PL Warehouse:<\/strong> “Split hub #80 sprockets on pallet conveyor. Change sprocket without breaking chain. Saved 3 hours per replacement.”<\/em> ★★★★★<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Melbourne, VIC \u2014 Automotive Parts:<\/strong> “#60 duplex on heavy parts conveyor. 4140 steel handling the impact from irregular loading.”<\/em> ★★★★★<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Brisbane, QLD \u2014 Port Container:<\/strong> “#100 sprockets on our container shuttle conveyor. HDG coating handling coastal salt spray.”<\/em> ★★★★☆<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Perth, WA \u2014 Mining Supply:<\/strong> “QD bushed #80 for our heavy freight conveyor. 60mm bore, rapid install.”<\/em> ★★★★★<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Adelaide, SA \u2014 Cold Storage:<\/strong> “Zinc-plated sprockets in our chilled freight DC. No condensation corrosion.”<\/em> ★★★★★<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

FAQ<\/h2>\n
\nBest sprocket for 24\/7 freight?<\/summary>\n
Split hub #80 with hardened teeth. Allows replacement without chain removal during brief maintenance windows.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nHeavy pallet \u2014 #60 or #80?<\/summary>\n
#60 for pallets up to 1,000 kg. #80 for 1,000\u20132,500 kg. #100 for heavier. Contact us for sizing assistance.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nOutdoor freight conveyor?<\/summary>\n
Zinc or hot-dip galvanised for moderate outdoor. Zinc-nickel for coastal. SS316 for marine port.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nSplit hub available in all sizes?<\/summary>\n
Split hub #60, #80, #100 in common tooth counts. Contact us for availability on specific sizes.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nMOQ?<\/summary>\n
One piece. Volume pricing for DC-wide rollouts.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
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\"Chain\"<\/p>\n

Heavy Chains<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\"Tensioner\"<\/p>\n

Tensioners<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

✅ ISO 9001 ✅ ANSI\/ISO ✅ EN 10204 3.1 | Ever-Power: 15+ yrs, split hub capability, engineering support.<\/p>\n

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