Product Description

Head Drive Pulley, Return Pulley,Bend Pulley, Snub Pulley,Tensioning Pulley, Take up Pulley can be provided. We are designing and manufacturing pulleys, using materials of the highest quality in a production process employing advanced technology. This together with the application of the Quality Assurance system certifi ed to ISO 9001:2015, contributes to the production of high quality products offering dependable, long life performance in the field and appreciably reducing maintenance cost. Each our conveyor pulley is individually computer designed to meet the client’s requirements.

Product Name	Belt Conveyor Pulley Drum
Type	Drive Pulley, Bend Pulley,Snub Pulley,Take Up Pulley
Length	200mm-2500mm
Materials	Carbon steel, Stainless steel, Rubber
Surface Treatment	Smooth, CZPT grooved lagging, Herringbone lagging, Ceramic lagging
Welding	Submerged Arc Welding
Bearing	Famous brands
Structure	Tube,shaft,self-aligning bearing,bearing seat/house,hub, locking bushing,end disc

Drive Pulley Introduction:

1. Head/Drive Pulley is located at the discharge terminus of the conveyor. 
2. Drive pulley provides the driving force for the conveyor. In order to increase pulley life and traction, it often has a larger diameter than other pulleys.
3. We can supply pulleys with hot vulcanized rubber lagging, plain or grooved, as required by client. Different patterns of grooving such as herringbone or CZPT can be provided to increase tractive friction under dirty or wet conditions. CZPT grooves have the advantage of being installed in any orientation, regardless of belt direction.

Specification of Drive Head Pulley Drum

Belt Width	500-2800mm (19-110 inch)
Pulley Length	500-3500mm (19-138 inch)
Diameter	200-1800mm (8-70 inch)
Standard	ISO9001:2008, CEMA, DIN, TUV, JIS, AS/NS, etc.
Working Life	More than 30,000 hours.
Surface	Flat Rubber Lagged, Ceramic Lagged, CZPT Rubber Lagged, etc.
Main Material	Carbon Steel
Length of conveyor drive pulley depends on the width of conveyor Belt. You can get drive pulleys with hot & cold vulcanized rubber lagging, plain or grooved, as required by client.

Bend Pulley Introduction:

1. The bend pulley  is used for changing the direction of the belt.
2. The bend pulley is usually installed at the tail part or the vertical take-up equipment part when the belt direction need to 180°bending. It will be installed above the take-up equipment part while 90°bending.
3. The pulley, which is used for extending the contact surface, is usually used for below or equal to 45 degree bending.
4. The surface treatment of the bend pulley can be smooth steel and flat rubber lagging. 

Specification of Bend Pulley:

Belt Width	500-2800mm(19-110 inch)
Pulley Length	500-3200mm(19-126 inch)
Diameter	200-1800mm(8-70 inch)
Standard	ISO9001:2008, CEMA, DIN, TUV, etc.
Working Life	More than 30,000 hours.
Surface	Flat Rubber Lagged, Ceramic Lagged, CZPT Rubber Lagged, etc.
Main Material	Carbon Steel
Length of conveyor bend pulley depends on the width of conveyor Belt. You can get drive pulleys with hot vulcanized rubber lagging, plain or grooved, as required by client.

Snub Pulley
Snub pulley is used to achieve higher angle of wrap on the drive pulley thereby increasing the traction. It also reduces the belt tension maximizing the life of the conveyor component.It is mounted close to the drive pulley on the return side of the belt.

Specification of Snub Pulley:

Items	Content
Belt Width	500-2800mm (19-110 inch)
Pulley Length	500-3200mm (19-126 inch)
Diameter	200-1800mm (8-70 inch)
Standard	ISO9001:2008, CEMA, DIN, TUV, etc.
Working Life	More than 30,000 hours.
Surface	Flat Rubber Lagged, Ceramic Lagged, CZPT Rubber Lagged, etc.
Main Material	Carbon Steel
Length of conveyor Snubpulley depends on the width of conveyor Belt. You can get Snubpulleys with hot vulcanized rubber lagging, plain or grooved, as required by client.

Take Up Pulley 
The take up pulley will ensure adequate tension of the belt leaving the drive pulley so as to avoid any slippage of the belt, ensure proper belt tension at the loading and other points along the conveyor, compensate for changes in belt length due to elongation, and provide extra length of belt when necessary for splicing purpose.

Specification of take up pulley drum:

Belt Width	500-2800mm(19-110 inch)
Pulley Length	500-3200mm(19-126 inch)
Diameter	200-1800mm(8-70 inch)
Standard	ISO9001:2008, CEMA, DIN, TUV, etc.
Working Life	More than 30,000 hours.
Surface	Flat Rubber Lagged, Ceramic Lagged, CZPT Rubber Lagged, etc.
Main Material	Carbon Steel

The components of a pulley drum include the following:

Drum or Shell	The drum is the portion of the pulley in direct contact with the belt. The shell is fabricated from either a rolled sheet of steel or from hollow steel tubing.The shell has a specific ‘face’ width and diameter which is determined by the width of the belting and the type and rating of the belt to be used on the conveyor.
Diaphragm Plates	The diaphragm or end plates of a pulley are circular discs which are fabricated from thick steel plate and which are welded into the shell at each end, to strengthen the drum.The end plates are bored in their centre to accommodate the pulley shaft and the hubs for the pulley locking elements.
Shaft	The shaft is designed to accommodate all the applied forces from the belt and / or the drive unit, with minimum deflection.The shaft is located and locked to the hubs of the end discs by means of a locking elements. The shaft is supported on both ends by bearings which are housed in plummer blocks, to support the shaft and pulley assembly on the conveyor structure. Shafts often comprise different diameters along their length due to the bending moments and resultant deflection limitations. The diameter of the shaft at the landings for the bearings may be smaller to satisfy the necessary bearing diameter which is more cost-effective (smaller). Similarly in the case of a drive shaft, the drive attachment, may be different to the other diameters along the shaft and hence pulley shafts are often stepped.
Locking Elements	These are high-precision manufactured items which are fitted over the shaft and into the pulley hubs. The locking elements attach the pulley firmly to the shaft via the end plates.Locking elements work on the friction-grip principle whereby the element is CZPT to be fastened to the shaft and hub simultaneously and concentrically, by tightening a series of screws around the locking element.
Hubs	The hubs are fabricated and machined housings which are welded into the end plates. The hubs are sized according to the size of the pulley, the diameter of the shaft and the size of the locking element which is required for the specific duty.
Lagging	It is sometimes necessary or desirable to improve the friction between the conveyor belt and the pulley in order to improve the torque that can be transmitted through a drive pulley.Improved traction over a pulley also assists with the training of the belt. In such cases pulley drum surfaces are ‘lagged’ or covered in a rubberized material. This cover is usually 8 mm to 12 mm thick and can be plain or have a grooved pattern. The rubber lagging is vulcanized to the pulley shell to ensure that it remains attached under adverse operating conditions.
Bearing Assemblies	Bearings support the rotating shaft and hence the pulley. The bearings are housed in ‘plummer blocks’ which enable the mass of the pulley assembly plus the belt tension forces to be transmitted to the pulley supporting structure.Plummer blocks are often bolted to ‘sole plates’ which are welded to the structure. The sole plates incorporate jacking screws to enable the pulley to be correctly and relatively easily aligned.

Several types of bearing housing, seals and end disc:

Pulley Drum Warehouse and package:

Pulley Drums:

Our Products: Belt Conveyors, Pulley Drum, Conveyor Rollers Idler,  etc.

Pulley Type

There are several types of pulleys. These include fixed pulleys, load multipliers and movable pulleys. Below is a description of each pulley type. A load multiplier is a special type of pulley with multiple wheels for increased lifting capacity. It is used in a wide range of applications including power transmission and construction. Some common uses of pulleys are listed below.

moving pulley

Movable pulleys work by transferring the weight of a load to another object of the same mass. Since a live pulley is inherently frictionless and weightless, the force required to lift a load with it is the same as the weight of the load. This principle applies to tall buildings and residences. It is an excellent choice for lifting heavy objects such as furniture and washing machines.
A pulley is a mechanical device with a wheel that rotates on a shaft. The axle is attached to the wheel and is usually fixed. The movable pulley can be fixed or movable, both of which can change the direction of the force on the rope. Some pulleys can also change the magnitude and direction of the force. They are ideal for a variety of applications, from lifting heavy objects to transporting objects.
Another type of movable pulley works by transmitting force to another object. It has a free axis and the total force provided by the rope tension is balanced. Since the tension on the rope is constant in each segment, pulling 1 end of the rope will double the force on the shaft, resulting in 2 mechanical advantages. This mechanical advantage is the main reason why movable pulleys are so versatile.
Another form of moving pulley is called a KWL diagram. The KWL diagram summarizes the basic concepts of the drive wheel. KWL diagrams are an excellent way to assess a student’s understanding of the concepts discussed in the course. Word questions are a great way to check whether students understand concepts. When students answer the word questions correctly, the answer is yes!

Fixed wheel pulley

If you need to move heavy objects, a single fixed wheel pulley is not a good choice. Using a single fixed pulley might be similar to using a handbag, but it’s not very convenient. This type of pulley system relies on friction to transmit motion. As a result, it can slip and isn’t always reliable. Fortunately, you can find other options that work just as well.
Fixed pulleys are the most basic type of pulley. They consist of grooved wheels and ropes attached to objects. These pulleys make lifting easier. Because the rope or cable only moves in 1 direction, the movement of the object feels lighter. And they are also easy to install. However, before you buy a fixed wheel pulley, make sure it is strong enough to support the weight of the load.
The disadvantages of fixed pulleys are obvious. One of them is the lack of mechanical advantage. A fixed pulley pulls up with the same force as a single moving pulley, and a single fixed pulley is not particularly effective as a force multiplier. However, the effect is more pronounced when you combine multiple fixed-wheel pulleys. You will get double the power! So what do fixed wheel pulleys have to offer?
Fixed wheel pulleys can be as small as a ring. A single ring pulley requires twice as much force as the weight being pulled. Adding more loops to the rope will reduce the effort required to pull the weight. The mechanical advantage of a fixed pulley is proportional to the number of strands running to the free pulley. A 100-pound pull on the free end will lift a 300-pound load.

composite pulley

Compound pulleys are pulleys that can be used to change the direction of a control wire. It can also be used to modify the mechanical force of the wire by moving the item it is connected to. In galleons, compound pulleys are more common. They are often combined with other ropes for mechanical advantage. Here are some common uses for composite pulleys.
The ideal mechanical advantage of a pulley is equal to the number of rope segments that pull up the load. This means that the more rope segments, the less force is required. A compound pulley will have the ideal mechanical advantage of 2, which means it will generate more force than a simple pulley. Composite pulleys are also more efficient at transmitting force because their number of rope segments is usually equal to the unit weight.
Composite pulley systems use more than 2 pulleys and ropes. More pulleys will reduce the force required to move heavier objects. They are usually used in large sailboats. The system is also used on construction sites. It can be used for a variety of applications, including lifting large objects or transmitting electricity. You can imagine how it would change your life if you had to move a large sailboat, but the result would be the same: a composite pulley system would make it easier to lift a large sailboat.
Composite pulleys are also known as fixed pulleys. The fixed pulley is stationary, and the movable pulley moves back and forth. The latter is more effective when used with a detachable cord or strap. On the other hand, a moving pulley is a moving pulley and it gives you a mechanical advantage. You can imagine this pulley on a flagpole.

load multiplier

The multiplication system has 3 basic parts: the rope grab, the connector, and the pulley. While some basic multipliers may combine the 3 parts, the concept remains the same. The multiplication system can make pulling the rope easier by reducing the amount of friction that occurs. Below are some examples of multiplication systems. A compact rope grab is a great option for resetting the multiplier.
The load reduction that a pulley system can achieve is proportional to the number of ropes used to support it. Although most utility pulley systems use only 4 ropes, the theoretical maximum load reduction is a quarter of the actual load. In other words, the four-wheel system only reduces the weight of a 1,000-pound load by a quarter. That would require 167 pounds of force, a far cry from the 500-pound load a single pulley system can achieve.
The mechanical advantage of a pulley system can be calculated by calculating the ratio between the forces exerted on each wire. For example, a 90-kilogram load is supported by 3 ropes, each weighing about 30-5 pounds. The ropes on pulleys A and B each carry a load of 60 kg. Using this formula, a single pulley system will yield a mechanical advantage over 2 tractors.
To calculate the force required to pull the rope over the pulley, measure the angle and deflection between the ropes. The deflection angle when added to the included angle should equal 180 degrees. A 75 degree angle requires 159% of the load force. This means a total load multiplier of four. This formula is an important tool for calculating the force multiple of the pulley.

Disadvantages of fixed pulleys

There are 2 basic types of pulleys: movable and fixed. Active pulleys are more advanced, allowing the pulley to move according to the load. They reduce the force required to lift the load. Active roller pulleys are more compact and therefore take up less space. Both types are good for lifting heavier objects, but they each have their pros and cons.
Fixed wheel pulleys can be used to lift heavy objects. This type of pulley consists of a wheel with a fixed shaft that has grooves on its edges for guiding ropes or cables. This is a simple machine as no motor or engine is required to lift objects. When 2 or more wheels are used together, the ropes around the wheels form a powerful hoist.
Single wheel pulleys are not suitable for lifting. They tend to push things down. Also, they are unreliable because they rely on friction and can slip. Also, a single wheel pulley would require a lot of space. Another disadvantage of fixed-wheel pulleys is that they make it difficult to move heavy objects easily. Single fixed-wheel pulleys also tend to slip easily, making them a poor choice for many applications.
Fixed wheel pulleys are also easier to install and maintain than manually operated ones. It requires less space and lubrication than manual pulleys. Manual pulleys can cause injury because the operator will be lifting the full weight of the heavy object. Additionally, rope slippage can lead to muscle strains and rope burns. And the system requires frequent maintenance.