What are idlers and their role in industrial machinery?

Idlers are essential components in industrial machinery, primarily used in conveyor systems. They play a crucial role in supporting and guiding conveyor belts, ensuring smooth and efficient material transport.

How do idlers contribute to conveyor belt longevity?

Idlers are designed to minimize friction and wear on conveyor belts, thereby extending their lifespan. By providing proper support and alignment, idlers reduce stress and strain on the belt, ultimately enhancing durability.

What materials are used in manufacturing high-quality idlers?

High-grade materials such as hardened steel, rubber, and polyurethane are commonly utilized in the production of durable idlers. These materials offer excellent resistance to corrosion, abrasion, and impact, ensuring reliable performance even in challenging environments.

What industries benefit from using idlers?

Various industries, including mining, agriculture, and manufacturing, benefit from the use of idlers in their conveyor systems. Whether transporting raw materials, agricultural products, or finished goods, idlers play a critical role in streamlining production processes.

How do sealed bearings enhance idler performance?

Idlers equipped with sealed bearings require minimal maintenance and offer extended service life. Sealed bearings protect against contaminants and moisture ingress, ensuring smooth operation and reducing the need for frequent lubrication.

Can idlers be customized to fit specific machinery requirements?

Yes, idlers are often customizable to suit specific machinery configurations and application needs. Manufacturers offer a range of sizes, designs, and load capacities to accommodate various conveyor systems and material handling tasks.

What maintenance practices ensure optimal idler performance?

Regular inspection and cleaning of idlers are essential for maintaining optimal performance. Monitoring for signs of wear, misalignment, or damage allows for timely replacement or adjustment, preventing costly downtime and conveyor belt damage.

What are the benefits of upgrading to premium idlers?

Upgrading to premium idlers offers numerous benefits, including enhanced durability, reduced maintenance requirements, and improved conveyor system efficiency. Investing in quality idlers ultimately translates to increased productivity and cost savings in the long run.

How do idlers contribute to workplace safety?

Properly functioning idlers contribute to workplace safety by ensuring smooth and reliable material transport. By minimizing belt slippage, misalignment, and jams, idlers help prevent accidents and injuries associated with conveyor system malfunctions.

What factors should be considered when selecting idlers for a specific application?

When choosing idlers for a particular application, factors such as belt width, load capacity, operating conditions, and environmental factors must be taken into account. Consulting with experienced suppliers or engineers can help ensure the selection of idlers that meet performance requirements and maximize operational efficiency.

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Idlers（Material：Engineering Plastic）

An idler is a gear-shaped part that rotates as a chain moves. It is used in various machines, such as automobile engines, compressors, and power generators that transmit power using belts and chains. However, idlers themselves are idle gears that do not transmit power to gears or shafts. By using an idler, it is possible to maintain suitable transmission tension and stable movement. In addition, there are gear-shaped sprockets that transmit rotation, idler pins for fixing the idler with nuts and screws, tensioners for adjusting the slackness and friction of the chain, etc., and guide rollers for sliding doors. In particular, there are three types of sprockets: A type on a flat plate without a boss, B type with a boss on one side, and C type with a boss on both sides.

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- Double Pitch
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- DBX Bearing
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- Not Provided
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- Tooth Surface Hardening
- Trivalent Chromate
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Idler, Chain Roller (RABJ)

IMAO CORPORATION

[Features]
· Can be used as a following roller to the chain.
· Has ball bearings fixed with retaining rings.

From: ฿ 804.72
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Idler (BIS), Engineering Plastic Sprocket

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Idler (BIS), Engineering Plastic Sprocket

IMAO CORPORATION

[Features]·Insert-molded ball bearing. [Materials]·Polyamide.

From: ฿ 509.00
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Idler, Standard Engineering Plastic Idleless Sprocket

KATAYAMA CHAIN

[Features]
· Maintains proper tension in the transmission of the roller chain.
· General purpose engineering plastics and polyamide resin 6 nylon idler sprocket, that emphasizes light weight and low noise.
· Operating temperature: -10°C to +80°C.

From: ฿ 500.75
Days to Ship: 10 Day(s)

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Idler (EIS-S), Engineering Plastic Sprocket

IMAO CORPORATION

[Features]Ball bearing is fixed with a retaining ring. [Applicable Idler]·Shaft part number: PID1511 type.

From: ฿ 949.68
Days to Ship: 7 Day(s)

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Brand	IMAO CORPORATION	IMAO CORPORATION	KATAYAMA CHAIN	IMAO CORPORATION
Product Series	Idler, Chain Roller (RABJ)	Idler (BIS), Engineering Plastic Sprocket	Idler, Standard Engineering Plastic Idleless Sprocket	Idler (EIS-S), Engineering Plastic Sprocket
CAD	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D
From	฿ 804.72 Special Price On Sale Until 31/03/2025	฿ 509.00 Special Price On Sale Until 31/03/2025	฿ 500.75	฿ 949.68
Days to Ship	Same day	Same day	10 Day(s)	7 Day(s)
Sprocket Shape	Shape C	Shape C	Shape C	Shape B
Nominal Number	35 ～ 60	25 ～ 80	35 ～ 60	40 ～ 60
Number of Teeth(T)	-	12 ～ 21	11 ～ 18	14 ～ 19
Shaft Bore Dia. d(mm)	6 ～ 15	10 ～ 15	15	15
Material	Engineering Plastic	Engineering Plastic	Engineering Plastic	Engineering Plastic
Type	Idlers	Idlers	Idlers	Idlers
Number of Strands	1	1	1	1
Chain Type	RS	RS	RS	RS
Shaft Type	Bearing Built-in, Single	Bearing Built-in, Single	Bearing Built-in, Single	Bearing Built-in, Single
Surface Treatment	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided

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Question: What are idlers and their role in industrial machinery?: Answer: Idlers are essential components in industrial machinery, primarily used in conveyor systems. They play a crucial role in supporting and guiding conveyor belts, ensuring smooth and efficient material transport.
Question: How do idlers contribute to conveyor belt longevity?: Answer: Idlers are designed to minimize friction and wear on conveyor belts, thereby extending their lifespan. By providing proper support and alignment, idlers reduce stress and strain on the belt, ultimately enhancing durability.
Question: What materials are used in manufacturing high-quality idlers?: Answer: High-grade materials such as hardened steel, rubber, and polyurethane are commonly utilized in the production of durable idlers. These materials offer excellent resistance to corrosion, abrasion, and impact, ensuring reliable performance even in challenging environments.
Question: What industries benefit from using idlers?: Answer: Various industries, including mining, agriculture, and manufacturing, benefit from the use of idlers in their conveyor systems. Whether transporting raw materials, agricultural products, or finished goods, idlers play a critical role in streamlining production processes.
Question: How do sealed bearings enhance idler performance?: Answer: Idlers equipped with sealed bearings require minimal maintenance and offer extended service life. Sealed bearings protect against contaminants and moisture ingress, ensuring smooth operation and reducing the need for frequent lubrication.
Question: Can idlers be customized to fit specific machinery requirements?: Answer: Yes, idlers are often customizable to suit specific machinery configurations and application needs. Manufacturers offer a range of sizes, designs, and load capacities to accommodate various conveyor systems and material handling tasks.
Question: What maintenance practices ensure optimal idler performance?: Answer: Regular inspection and cleaning of idlers are essential for maintaining optimal performance. Monitoring for signs of wear, misalignment, or damage allows for timely replacement or adjustment, preventing costly downtime and conveyor belt damage.
Question: What are the benefits of upgrading to premium idlers?: Answer: Upgrading to premium idlers offers numerous benefits, including enhanced durability, reduced maintenance requirements, and improved conveyor system efficiency. Investing in quality idlers ultimately translates to increased productivity and cost savings in the long run.
Question: How do idlers contribute to workplace safety?: Answer: Properly functioning idlers contribute to workplace safety by ensuring smooth and reliable material transport. By minimizing belt slippage, misalignment, and jams, idlers help prevent accidents and injuries associated with conveyor system malfunctions.
Question: What factors should be considered when selecting idlers for a specific application?: Answer: When choosing idlers for a particular application, factors such as belt width, load capacity, operating conditions, and environmental factors must be taken into account. Consulting with experienced suppliers or engineers can help ensure the selection of idlers that meet performance requirements and maximize operational efficiency.