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Function and principle of chain guide!

2024-10-14

Dezhou Meirun Wear-Resistant Materials Co., Ltd. is pleased to introduce the role and principle of chain guide:



1. The role of chain guide


Chain guide are a mechanical transmission device, which is mainly used to fix the chain on a specific motion trajectory to prevent the chain from deviating from the trajectory during work and ensure the normal operation of the machine. Chain guide can ensure the motion accuracy and coordination between various components, and have the advantages of not easy to damage, wear resistance, and long life.

Polyethylene chain guide rail: This type of guide rail is made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMW-PE), which has extremely high wear resistance and chemical stability. It is widely used in the manufacturing of material packaging, canning, and conveying machines, as well as chain conveyor equipment, to prevent the chain from falling off or getting stuck during long-distance transportation

Static pressure guide rail: Chain guide, also known as static pressure guide rail, is used to support and guide chains, reduce friction, lower noise, and enhance service life. This type of guide rail has buffering and damping functions in high-speed and heavy-duty power transmission




2. The principle of chain guide


Chain guide are mainly realized by the combination of guide plates and curved track plates. The guide plate is usually fixed on the frame of the machine to limit the motion trajectory of the chain. The curved track plate is a curved object. By guiding the chain to the curved track plate, the chain can move along the specific shape of the curved track plate. During the movement, the chain will repeatedly enter the guide plate, move along the curved track plate, and leave the guide plate, thereby realizing the continuous movement of the machine.


3. Application of chain guide


Chain guide are widely used in machinery industry, machine tool manufacturing, automated assembly lines, transportation equipment and other fields. For example, in automated assembly lines, chain guide can ensure the accurate position of parts, thereby improving assembly efficiency and quality. In the field of machine tool manufacturing, chain guide can ensure high-precision processing of machines and improve processing efficiency and quality.The application fields of guide rail chains are widely used in various industries' mechanical equipment, such as automated production lines, logistics conveying systems, oil well drilling rigs, etc. In automated production lines, guide rail chains are commonly used to transport products, parts, and materials, ensuring the continuity of the production process. In logistics conveying systems, guide rail chains can be used for high-speed item sorting and packaging processes. In oil well drilling rigs, the guide rail chain plays a role in supporting and stabilizing the drill pipe


In short, chain guide are a very important mechanical transmission device that can help machines maintain stable operation and play an important role in industrial manufacturing and automation.


Dezhou Meirun Wear-resistant Materials Co., Ltd. is a technology production company engaged in high-performance wear-resistant products and precision customization. 

The company integrates technology research and development, customized production, market sales, and after-sales service, committed to providing wear-resistant material application solutions for various industries. We have Chain Guide, Outrigger Pad, Plastic Board, etc.

Welcome new and old customers to consult. Check out our website at https://www.meirunwrm.com/ for more information about our products. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at MeirunLee@meirunwrm.com.


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