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Do you know the requirements for the use of roller chains?

Industrial roller chains are used in a wide range of applications in every industry for transmitting power and conveying materials. Because many applications rely on roller chains, it is critical that the service life of roller chains be optimized to prevent unnecessary downtime and business costs. What are the requirements for the use of roller chains?
Each roller chain has an expected lifespan based on the chain's specification and usage conditions. Even higher quality chains used exactly as specified by the manufacturer will wear out slowly. Premature failure can occur if the wrong chain is specified for an application, or if the manufacturer's instructions for use are not followed.
One of the common causes of excessive roller chain wear is improper or insufficient lubrication. Ensuring that the correct type and amount of lubrication is used at the correct intervals will give your roller chain the opportunity to achieve its useful life, as required The specification of the drive and the operating environment carefully select the type of lubricant, lubrication will help reduce wear within the chain, as well as reduce shock loads and help dissipate heat.
Installing an automatic lubrication system ensures that the correct amount of lubricant is used at the correct intervals, reducing manual work and eliminating the chance of human error. Roller chains often operate in environments where pollution is prevalent. Abrasive contaminants such as dirt and dust can damage the chain's internal mechanisms, accelerating wear. Dust, rust, or exposure to a corrosive environment may prevent the lubricant from penetrating the pins.
It is important to keep the operating environment as clean as possible to avoid the chance of contamination entering the roller chain. If contamination is unavoidable, choose a roller chain designed for the environment. Ensuring that both the shaft and the sprockets are aligned will help extend the life of the roller chain. Misalignment can cause uneven loading across the chain, causing wear on the roller chain plates and sprocket teeth. You can make sure both the sprocket and axle are aligned and help reduce premature chain wear with the help of a simple straight edge or a more complex, more precise laser alignment tool like this one from SKF.

A series ANSI 140 duplex roller chain heavy duty drive chain from china
Model number 140-2
Structure Roller chain
Function Conveyor chain
Standard or nonstandard Standard
Material 40Mn or required
Application Transmission and conveyor system
Surface treatment Heat treatment
Pitch 44.45mm
Packing Carton box