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.

Three basic types of pulleys, their applications and ideal mechanical advantages

There are 3 basic types of pulleys: movable, fixed and compound. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and you should be able to judge which type is best for your needs by looking at the table below. Once you have mastered the different types of pulleys, you can choose the right pulley for your next project. Now that you have mastered the 3 basic types, it is time to understand their applications and ideal mechanical advantages.

describe

The stress characteristics of a pulley depend on its size and construction. These stresses are derived by comparing the stress characteristics of different pulley designs. Stress criteria include static and fatigue strength analyses and specify maximum stress ranges. Stresses are calculated in a 3D stress field, including radial, tangential and axial stresses. The stress characteristics of pulleys are critical to the design and manufacture of industrial machines.
The principal stresses on the pulley shell are distributed in the tangential and hoop directions, close to the centerline of the pulley. If the pulley has a wide face, the axial stress occurring near the shell/disk junction can be large. The stress distribution was determined using British Standard BS5400 Part 10: Stresses at the shell and end disc connections for infinite fatigue life.
Another type of composite is a pulley with a belt section. Such structures are well known in the art. The corresponding help chapters for these elements contain detailed descriptions of the internal structure of these components. Chamfers between pulleys can also be defined using multiple tapers, with a smaller taper extending from midpoint 44 to large diameter 42. Additionally, the pulley can have multiple taper angles, and as the pulley moves away, the taper angle is from the center.

type

A pulley system uses a rope to move the object and 1 side of the rope to lift the load. The load is attached to 1 end of the pulley, while the other end can move freely in space. The force applied to the free end of the rope pulls the load up or down. Because of this, the mechanical advantage of the movable pulley is 2 to one. The greater the force applied to the free end of the rope, the greater the amount of movement achieved.
There are 3 common types of pulleys. The cast-iron variety has a rim at the front and a hub at the back. The arms of the pulley can be straight or curved. When the arms contract and yield instead of breaking, they are in tension. The top of the pulley centers the belt in motion and is available in widths ranging from 9mm to 300mm.
The rope, hub and axle are mounted on the pulley. They are common and versatile mechanical devices that make it easier to move or lift objects. Some pulleys change the direction of the force. Others change the magnitude. All types of pulleys can be used for a variety of different applications. Here are some examples. If you’re not sure which type to choose, you can find more resources online.

application

The applications for pulleys are almost limitless. This simple machine turns complex tasks into simple ones. They consist of a rope or chain wrapped around a wheel or axle. Using ropes, 1 can lift heavy objects without the enormous physical exertion of traditional lifting equipment. Some pulleys are equipped with rollers, which greatly magnifies the lifting force.
When used properly, the pulley system can change the direction of the applied force. It provides a mechanical advantage and allows the operator to remain separate from heavy objects. They are also inexpensive, easy to assemble, and require little lubrication after installation. Also, once installed, the pulley system requires little maintenance. They can even be used effortlessly. Despite having many moving parts, pulley systems do not require lubrication, making them a cost-effective alternative to mechanical lifts.
Pulleys are used in many applications including adjustable clotheslines in different machines, kitchen drawers and motor pulleys. Commercial users of pulley systems include cranes. These machines use a pulley system to lift and place heavy objects. They are also used by high-rise building washing companies. They can easily move a building without compromising its structural integrity. As a result, many industries rely on technology to make elevators easier.

Ideal mechanical advantage

The ideal mechanical advantage of a pulley system is the result of rope tension. The load is pulled to the center of the pulley, but the force is evenly distributed over the cable. Two pulleys will provide the mechanical advantage of 2 pulleys. The total energy used will remain the same. If multiple pulleys are used, friction between pulleys and pulleys reduces the return of energy.
Lever-based machines are simple devices that can work. These include levers, wheels and axles, screws, wedges and ramps. Their ability to work depends on their efficiency and mechanical superiority. The ideal mechanical advantage assumes perfect efficiency, while the actual mechanical advantage takes friction into account. The distance traveled by the load and the force applied are also factors in determining the ideal mechanical advantage of the pulley.
A simple pulley system has an MA of two. The weight attached to 1 end of the rope is called FA. Force FE and load FL are connected to the other end of the rope. The distance that the lifter pulls the rope must be twice or half the force required to lift the weight. The same goes for side-by-side pulley systems.

Materials used in manufacturing

While aluminum and plastic are the most common materials for making pulleys, there are other materials to choose from for your timing pulleys. Despite their different physical properties, they all offer similar benefits. Aluminum is dense and corrosion-resistant, and plastic is lightweight and durable. Stainless steel is resistant to stains and rust, but is expensive to maintain. For this reason, aluminum is a popular choice for heavy duty pulleys.
Metal can also be used to make pulleys. Aluminum pulleys are lightweight and strong, while other materials are not as durable. CZPT produces aluminium pulleys, but can also produce other materials or special finishes. The list below is just representative of some common materials and finishes. Many different materials are used, so you should discuss the best options for your application with your engineer.
Metals such as steel and aluminum are commonly used to make pulleys. These materials are relatively light and have a low coefficient of friction. Steel pulleys are also more durable than aluminum pulleys. For heavier applications, steel and aluminum are preferred, but consider weight limitations when selecting materials. For example, metal pulleys can be used in electric motors to transmit belt motion.

cost

Replacing a tensioner in a car’s engine can cost anywhere from $90 to $300, depending on the make and model of the car. Cost can also be affected by the complexity of the pulley system and how many pulleys are required. Replacement costs may also increase depending on the severity of the damage. The cost of replacing pulleys also varies from car to car, as different manufacturers use different engines and drivetrains.
Induction motors have been an industrial workhorse for 130 years, but their cost is growing. As energy costs rise and the cost of ownership increases, these motors will only get more expensive. New technologies are now available to increase efficiency, reduce costs and improve safety standards.
The average job cost to replace an idler varies from $125 to $321, including labor. Parts and labor to replace a car pulley can range from $30 to $178. Labor and parts can cost an additional $10 to $40, depending on the make and model of the car. But the labor is worth the money because these pulleys are a critical part of a car’s engine.