Sprockets
Finished-Bore Sprockets are provided with standard keyway and 2 set screws. The keyway is for fixing your sprocket to the shaft to keep the sprocket from spinning. One set screw is located over the key and one is located 90 degrees to the key for locking onto the shaft. The keyway is American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standard, please be sure to double check your keyway before you order. Don’t forget to order keystock if you need.
Easy to install, Taper-Bushed Sprockets give you the flexibility to use the same sprocket with different shaft diameters. Purchase Taper-Bushings (Sold separately) to match the bore sizes you need. Use with ANSI single and double-strand chain. These steel sprockets and bushings meet all ANSI requirements.
Idler Sprockets spin freely on built-in bearings to guide and control slack in your chain. Idler sprockets are self lubricating and quiet. Idler sprockets will extend the lifetime of a roller chain and sprocket.
See keystock section to order.
Roller chain drives are a popular method for transmitting mechanical power in various applications, from bicycles to industrial machinery. Here are some key points about roller chain drives:
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Construction: Roller chain drives consist of a series of short cylindrical rollers held together by side links. These rollers rotate on bushings, which are held by pins connecting the inner and outer links.
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Efficiency: The design of roller chains reduces friction compared to simpler chain designs, resulting in higher efficiency and less wear.
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Applications: Roller chain drives are used in a wide range of applications, including conveyors, wire-drawing machines, printing presses, cars, motorcycles, and bicycles.
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Maintenance: Proper lubrication and tensioning are crucial for efficient operation. Regular maintenance helps extend the lifespan of the chain and sprockets.
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Advantages: Roller chain drives offer a reliable and simple means of power transmission with positive engagement, meaning there is no slippage during operation.