Conveyors are quite diverse in their basic configuration and operation. Conveyor rollers are designed to handle heavy loads with low friction whereas conveyor belts are better-suited in cases where more adherence is required. A very important metric to consider when choosing a general conveyor belt is their hardness. What exactly is conveyor hardness and how does it impact the selection of material? This blog answers all these questions in detail.
What Is Conveyor Hardness?
Conveyor hardness is a metric that measures the resistance exerted by the belt against a permanent indentation. Alternatively, it can also be considered as the resistance offered by the conveyor belt when it comes into contact with a sharp object.
How does the hardness of the conveyor determine the type of material to be selected in a general conveyor system? This next segment covers this query.
Role Of Hardness And Material Selection
- If the material being transported is hard, such as stone, coal, sand, or some other hard or coarse material, then it is better to have a conveyor belt with more hardness. In this instance, having greater hardness will offer more resistance against the materials and ensure a longer service life for the belt.
- If the material being transported has a higher temperature or has sharp edges, then it is best to opt for conveyor belts with lower hardness. This reduced hardness will ensure less resistance against sharp edges and more room for thermal expansion. In this instance, these properties will ensure a long service life for the conveyor belt.
Thus, with a proper measure of conveyor hardness, it is possible to select a material that is more suitable for specific loads.
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