Chain, Bucket and Screw Conveyors D2L Flashcards
What type of chain conveyor drive ensures the maximum number of sprocket teeth engagement with the chain?
S Drive
Why is the slack or return side of a parallel strand chain conveyor kept tight?
To prevent the chain from wrapping on the drive sprocket
What type of conveyor chain can have attachments welded to it?
Fabricated
What types of chain can be used in both power transmission and conveying applications?
- Combination
- Class 400 Pintle
What characteristics of material is the apron conveyor designed for?
Hot and Heavy materials
What are 2 types of chain that are used as transfer chain?
- Roof top
- Roller top
True or False;
A thorough chain conveyor inspection requires the removal of all the conveyed material.
True
In a bucket elevator, where is the take-up located?
Foot Assembly
What component of a bucket elevator, supports the weight of the material, belt or chain, and the buckets?
Head Assembly
Determine the amount of overlap required for a lap joint on a belt in a bucket elevator if the belt width is 15 inches and the belt has 8 plies.
15 inches
True or False;
Heating chain conveyor side plates is the only way to successfully assemble the chain without causing damage to the pin and plate.
False
True or False;
If too many buckets are replaced with new ones on one side of the bucket elevator, it can cause the conveyor to become imbalanced.
True
What is the purpose of cut flights on a screw conveyor?
For mixing material
Which screw conveyor pitch design is best suited for use in steep or inclined applications?
Half Pitch
True or False;
Hanger bearings should support radial loads only
True
