Standard Conveyor Systems

19
Standard conveyor systems

Conveyor systems XS, XL, XM, XH, XK, XB
20 The basic FlexLink conveyor
The basic FlexLink conveyor
Straight conveyor
A FlexLink conveyor is based on an aluminium conveyor
beam guiding a plastic multiflexing chain. The chain trav-
els on low-friction plastic slide rails. Products to be con-
veyed ride directly on the chain, or on pallets. Guide rails
on the sides ensure that the items stay on the track, if
necessary together with angle plates on the sides of the
conveyor. Optional drip trays under the conveyor track
keep the floor free from waste fluids.
The XB conveyor uses additional half-beams on each
side of a middle beam to create a wide and stable track.
Drive units and idlers
A number of drive unit configurations are available to
move the conveyor chain:
The end drive unit pulls the chain from one end of the
conveyor. The chain returns on the bottom side of the
beam, passing an idler end unit at the other end.
Intermediate drive units are located at some interme-
diate point of a conveyor, with idlers at both ends.
If chain return on the bottom side is not desired or
possible, catenary drive units can be used.
Another alternative for light loads is the horizontal
bend drive unit, especially suitable for alpine-shaped
accumulation conveyors.
Bends
Change of direction is accomplished by means of bend
units:
Lowest friction is obtained by using horizontal wheel
bends, where the bend force is taken by a wheel.
For large diameter horizontal bends, horizontal plain
bends are a suitable alternative.
Vertical change of direction is made by means of ver-
tical plain bends, or (if a 90change of direction is
desired) idler bend units.
Guidance
Products must be guided along the conveyor:
Guide rails keep the products from falling off the sides
of the conveyor. Guide rail brackets hold the guide rail
in position.
In verticals, front pieces are used to keep the products
from falling.
Conveyor support
Components for support of conveyors include:
Feet in various configurations
Support beams up to 88 mm 176 mm cross-section
Beam support brackets to connect conveyor beam to
support beam.
Beam
Chain
End drive unit
End drive units
Catenary
drive unit
Idler unit
Drip pan
Pallets
Horizontal
wheel bends
Horizontal wheel
bend
Horizontal plain
bend
Guide rail
Vertical bend
Drip tray
Front piece
Guide rail
Angle plate
Guide rail
Conveyor
support
Pallets
Conveyor engineering guidelines 21
Conveyor engineering guidelines
FlexLink conveyor selection
Introduction
This section of the FlexLink catalogue contains
selection guidelines to assist you in selecting the right
system for your application
basic technical information that applies to FlexLink
product lines XS, XL, XM, XH, XK, and XB.
Selection procedure
The selection guidelines are based on thousands of suc-
cessful FlexLink installations world-wide. The following
basic procedure is recommended when selecting a suit-
able FlexLink size.
1 Make a preliminary system selection based on the
general recommendations below.
2 Make an outline of the conveyor, with bends, drive
units, etc. shown.
Then check the system as follows:
3 Calculate the total load based on product weight, dis-
tance between products, accumulation distance, and
conveyor length.
4 Determine the service factor by specifying the fre-
quency of starts and stops. The service factor will be
used as a derating factor when calculating the permis-
sible load.
5 Calculate the chain tension from the formulae on the
following pages.
6 Compare the resulting chain tension with the capacity
of the chain and drive unit selected. If the capacity is
not sufficient for your application, shorten the con-
veyor if possible, or select a system with higher
capacity.
For additional information please consult your local Flex-
Link representative.
Basic system selection
The six standard FlexLink chain sizes XS (44 mm), XL
(63 mm), XM (83 mm), XH (103 mm), XK (102 mm), and
XB (175/295 mm) together cover a wide product range.
To select the right chain size for your application, con-
sider the following.
Product dimensions
A product can be much wider than the chain. If the point
of balance is located in the centre of the product, the
width of the product can be three to four times the width
of the chain. Supporting guide rails may be necessary.
Testing is recommended.
Product weight
Product weight is important when selecting chain size.
Each chain has a maximum traction force. If several
heavy items are to be conveyed, you must calculate the
traction force required. If products are to be accumulated
(stopped in a queue, with the chain moving), the traction
force is increased even more. The Technical data sec-
tion includes formulas for chain tension calculations.
Conveyor functions available
Most conveyor functions are available in all six sizes.
Note however that there are differences with regard to
drive unit variants and chain types. Sizes XL and XM
include components for vertical wedge conveyors.
Floor space available
Sometimes the floor space will require use of the small-
est conveyor possible.
Compatibility with other equipment
In some applications, interfacing with other equipment
could be made easier by using one of the FlexLink sizes
rather than other sizes. Some manufacturers have
designed equipment with direct connection to FlexLink
conveyors.
22 Conveyor engineering guidelines
Chain tension calculations
Why calculate?
There are at least two reasons why you should estimate
or calculate the maximum tension of the chain before you
decide on a conveyor configuration:
Drive unit capacity
Tension limit of conveyor chain
In most cases, both the drive unit capacity and the ten-
sion limit of the chain far exceed the requirements of the
application. This is true for short, low-speed conveyors
and for light loads. If you are in doubt, however, always
calculate!
Drive unit capacity limit
The required motor output power P depends on
Traction force F
Chain speed v
The following equation applies:
The maximum permissible traction force of the various
drive units is shown in the following table:
Chain tension limit
See diagrams 1 and 2.
Diagram 1
Maximum chain tension versus conveyor length
Diagram 2
Maximum chain tension versus conveyor speed
Service factor
The maximum permissible chain tension (see diagrams 1
and 2) depends on the number of conveyor starts and
stops per hour. Many conveyors run continuously,
whereas others start and stop frequently. It is obvious
that frequent starts and stops increase the stress on the
chain.
The service factor (see table below) is used to derate
for high frequency of starts and stops and for high chain
speeds. Divide the tension limit obtained from the graphs
by the service factor to get the derated tension limit. A
high service factor can be reduced by providing a soft
start/stop function.
Important
The chain tension calculations are made to ensure that
the capacity of the drive unit is sufficient, but not exces-
sive, in relation to the strength and friction of the chain.
The calculations do not take into account the increased
wear resulting from the higher friction in plain bends.
P [W] = 1/60 F [N] v [m/min]
Drive unit Maximum traction force N
XS XL XM XH XK XB
End 500 500 1250 1250 2500 1250
Double 500 500 1250 1250 1250
Intermediate 200 200 200
Catenary 500 1250 1250 2500
Horizontal bend 200 200 200 200 200
5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 0
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
m
N
XM, XH, XB
XS, XL
XK
Tension
Conveyor
length
Operating conditions Service factor
Low to moderate speed
or max. 1 start/stop per hour 1,0
Max. 10 starts/stops per hour 1,2
Max. 30 starts/stops per hour 1,4
High speed, heavy load,
or more than 30 starts/stops per hour 1,6
5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 0
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
m/min
N
XM, XH, XB
XS, XL
XK
Tension
Conveyor
speed
Chain tension calculations (continued)
Chain tension
The tension building up in the chain can be divided into
several components:
1 Friction between unloaded chain and slide rails, for
example on the underside of the conveyor beam.
2 Friction between loaded chain and slide rails
(Figure A).
3 Friction between accumulating products and top sur-
face of chain (Figure B).
4 Gravity force acting on products and chain in inclines
and verticals (Figure C).
5 Added friction in plain bends. This friction is propor-
tional to the chain tension on the low-tension side of
the bend. This means that the actual friction depends
on the position of the bend in the conveyor (Figure D).
Traction force
The traction force F required to move the chain depends
on the following factors:
Conveyor length............................................ L
Product gravity load per m
Transport..................................................... q
p
Accumulation .............................................. q
pa
Chain gravity load per m............................... q
c
Friction coefficient
Between chain and slide rail .......................
r
Between chain and products ......................
p
Bend factor, plain bend (hor./vert.) ........... k
Inclination angle............................................
Bend factors
Each plain bend introduces a bend factor k. This factor
is defined as the ratio between chain tension measured
just after the bend and that measured before the bend.
The bend factor depends on
the amount of direction change of the bend (angle )
the coefficient of friction, r,

for the friction between
chain and slide rails.
When the conveyor is dry and clean, the friction coeffi-
cient, r,

will be close to 0,1.
The bend factor must be used since the frictional force
of a plain bend depends not only on the chain and prod-
uct weight and the coefficient of friction, but also on the
actual tension of the chain through the bend. This tension
causes additional pressure to the conveyor beam and
slide rail from the chain. The additional force is directed
towards the centre of the bend.
Calculation of this additional force is more compli-
cated, since the chain tension varies through the con-
veyor, being maximum at the pull side of the drive unit,
and virtually zero at the inlet of the return chain. The
bend factor provides a means of including the added fric-
tion in bends into the calculations.
The same bend factors apply to horizontal and verti-
cal plain bends. See the table.
Note
Horizontal plain bends should only be used in excep-
tional cases. For normal applications, use wheel bends.

L
q +q
c p
r
F
F=L (q
c
+q
p
)
r

L
q +q c pa
r
p
F
F=L [(q
c
+q
pa
)
r
+q
pa p
]
qpa
L
q +q c p
r
F
F=L (q
c
+q
p
) (
r
cos +sin )
F
L
L
F
B
Bend type
(vertical or horizontal plain bend)
30 45 60 90
Bend factor k 1,2 1,3 1,4 1,6
Chain tension calculations (continued)
Basic calculation procedure
Chain tension for FlexLink chains is determined by use of
successive calculations. A number of elementary cases
can be combined to cover most situations. The general
idea will be shown by means of examples on the follow-
ing pages. When calculating the chain tension, follow
these steps:
Divide the conveyor
Divide the conveyor into a
number of elementary sec-
tions. Start at the end far-
thest away from the drive
unit. Each section should
consist of a straight piece of
conveyor up to and includ-
ing the next plain bend (hor-
izontal or vertical).
Wheel bends are considered equivalent to straight
sections. This means that a conveyor without plain bends
can be treated as one elementary section.
Calculate the sum of forces and multiply by bend factor
Start at elementary section L
1
at the end farthest away
from the drive unit. For each successive elementary sec-
tion L
k
: calculate the traction force F
k
required to move
the chain along the elementary section.
1 Calculate the sum of all counteracting forces:
Transport friction. See Figure A, page 23.
Accumulation friction (if any). See Figure B, page 23.
Gravity (inclined/vertical conveyor). See Figure C,
page 23.
The counteracting force F
k-1
of the previous section.
(The first section has no such counteracting force,
hence when calculating F
1
, make F
0
equal to zero.)
2 Multiply the sum of forces by the bend factor. See Fig-
ure D, page 23. (If the section does not include any
plain bends, the bend factor is equal to 1.)
Repeat the calculation up to and including the section
with the drive unit. The resulting force is the traction force
required to move the conveyor.
Horizontal conveyor with no plain bends
If the conveyor contains no
plain bends, the whole con-
veyor can be treated as one
straight section with a total
length of L from idler end
unit to drive unit. Use the
following formulas. (Desig-
nations: page 23.)
Without accumulation:
With accumulation:
Horizontal conveyor with plain bends
Divide the conveyor into elementary sections, each
including one vertical or horizontal plain bend. For each
elementary section (length L
k
), use the following formu-
las, starting with section L
1
. (Designations: page 23.)
Without accumulation:
With accumulation::
Repeat with all conveyor sections, until you obtain the
total traction force required at the drive unit.
Examples
The examples on the following pages provide approxi-
mate values of the resulting chain tension. To get more
accurate values, the influence of the return chain on the
bottom side of the beam must be considered. In most
cases, this influence can be ignored. However, if the con-
veyor includes several plain bends, or if the goods weigh
less than two times the chain per unit of length, a com-
plete calculation must be made. For a complete calcula-
tion, start at the return side of the drive unit.
If the tension is too high
If the calculated traction force exceeds the chain capacity
or the drive unit capacity, some modification will be nec-
essary.
Shorten the conveyor.
In some cases, the layout could be changed so that
the conveyor becomes shorter.
Divide the conveyor into two separate conveyors with
individual drive units.
F=L(q
c
+q
p
)
r
F=L[(q
c
+q
pa
)
r
+q
pa
p
]
F
k
=[F
k-1
+L
k
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
]k
1
F
k
={F
k-1
+L
k
[(q
c
+q
pa
)
r
+q
pa
p
]}k
1
Example 1: Horizontal conveyor
Horizontal conveyor with two plain bends
The first example is a horizontal conveyor with three
straight parts and two plain bends (one 45and one 30).
Conveyor data:
Conveyor type .............................................. XL
Conveyor speed v ........................................ 18 m/min
Start/stops.................................................... 50 /hour
Total length................................................... 15 m
r
.................................... 0,1
p
................................... 0,2
Load due to chain weight q
c
......................... 7,4 N/m
Load due to product weight
Transport (q
p
):
Five 1 kg items per m ................................ 49 N/m
Accumulation (q
pa
):
Ten 1 kg items per m ................................. 98 N/m
Divide the conveyor
Start by dividing the conveyor into three elementary sec-
tions. Then start at the section farthest away from the
drive unit pull side.
Section 1
a) Without accumulation:
F
1
=[0+4,4(7,4+49)0,1]1,3
=32,3 N
b) With accumulation on the whole of L
1
:
F
1
=[0+4,4 (7,4+98)0,1+4,4980,2]1,3
=172,4 N
Section 2
Section 1 causes a counteracting force F
1
(or F
1
) which
must be added.
F
2
=[32,3+5,3(7,4+49)0,1]1,2
=74,6 N
2
:
F
2
=[32,3+5,3(7,4+98)0,1+5,3980,2]1,2
=230,5 N
Section 3
Sections 12 cause a counteracting force F
2
(or F
2
)
which must be added.
F
3
=74,6+6(7,4+49)0,1
=108,4 N
3
:
F
3
=74,6+6(7,4+98)0,1+6980,2
=255,4 N
c) With accumulation on L
3a
and transport on L
3b

(L
3a
+L
3b
=L
3
):
F
3
=74,6+[2,5(7,4+98)+3,5(7,4+49)]0,1+2,5980,2
=169,7 N
F
1
=[F
0
+L
1
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
]k
1
F
1
=[F
0
+L
1
(q
c
+q
pa
)
r
+L
1
q
pa
p
]k
1
,
,
F
2
=[F
1
+L
2
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
]k
2
F
2
=[F
1
+L
2
(q
c
+q
pa
)
r
+L
2
q
pa
p
]k
2
F
3
=F
2
+L
3
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
F
3
=F
2
+L
3
(q
c
+q
pa
)
r
+L
3
q
pa
p
F
3
=F
2
+[L
3a
(q
c
+q
pa
)+L
3b
(q
c
+q
p
)]
r
+L
3a
q
pa
p
,
,
F
2
F
3
L =6 m
3
L
3b
L
3a
L =3,5 m
3b
L =2,5 m
3a
a
b
c
Example 1: Horizontal conveyor (continued)
Comparison with rating
The result of the calculations can now be compared with
the maximum permissible chain tension. It is necessary
to check tension with regard to a) conveyor length (dia-
gram 1, page 22) and b) conveyor speed (diagram 2,
page 22). The calculated value shall be compared with
the lower of the two values obtained.
Tension limit
The maximum chain tension for a 15 m XL conveyor is
500 N (diagram 1, page 22).
The maximum chain tension for a conveyor speed of
18 m/min is 400 N (diagram 2, page 22). The lower value,
400 N, is the basic tension limit. With a start/stop fre-
quency of 50 per hour, the service factor is 1,6 (see table
on page 3). This means that the basic tension limit must
be derated to 400/1,6 = 250 N.
Summary
F
3
= 108,4 (<250 N).
This conveyor will operate with a chain tension well below
the maximum permissible value.
3
:
F
3
= 255,4 N (>250 N).
This conveyor should be redesigned. If possible, shorten
the accumulation distance, reduce the speed, or switch
to an XM conveyor.
c) With accumulation on 2,5 m of L
3
:
F
3
= 169,7 N (<250 N).
This conveyor will operate with a chain tension well below
the maximum permissible value.
Example 2: Inclined conveyor
Conveyor with two vertical bends
The second example is an inclined conveyor with three
straight parts and two 60vertical bends.
Conveyor data:
Conveyor type .............................................. XL
Total length................................................... 8 m
Conveyor speed v......................................... 5 m/min
Start/stops.................................................... 10 /hour
r
.................................... 0,1
Load due to chain weight q
c
......................... 7,4 N/m
Load due to product weight q
p
Five 1 kg items per m ............................... 49 N/m
Divide the conveyor
Start by dividing the conveyor into three elementary sec-
tions. Then start at the section farthest away from the
drive unit pull side.
Section 1
Gravity forces in the bend are ignored.
F
1
=[0+4,5(7,4+49)0,1]1,4
=35,5 N
F
1
=[F
0
+L
1
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
]k
,
,
Example 2: Inclined conveyor (continued)
Section 2
Section 1 causes a counteracting force F
1
which must be
added. Gravity forces in the bend are ignored.
F
2
=[35,5+2(7,4+49)(0,10,5+0,87)+0,5(7,4+49)
0,1]1,4
=198,9 N
(Special case: section 2 is vertical)
The same formulas can be used when calculating the
chain tension of a vertical conveyor. In a vertical conveyor
(with two 90vertical bends) angles and are both 90.
Since sin 90=1 and cos 90=0, the formula is simplified
to:
indicating that the gravity component is the only force act-
ing along the vertical section. Gravity forces in the bend
are ignored.
Section 3
Sections 12 cause a counteracting force F
2
which must
be added to the friction obtained from the basic formula:
F
3
=198,9+2(7,4+49)0,1
=210,2 N
Comparison with rating
The result of the calculations can now be compared with
the maximum permissible chain tension.
Tension limit
The maximum chain tension for an 8 m XL conveyor is
500 N (diagram 1, page 22). The maximum chain tension
for a conveyor speed of 5 m/min is also 500 N (diagram 2,
page 22). With a start/stop frequency of 10 per hour the
service factor is 1,2 (see table on page 22). This means
that the basic tension limit must be derated to 500/1,2 =
416 N.
Summary
Since F
3
is calculated to 210,2 N (<416 N), this conveyor
will operate with a chain tension well below the maximum
permissible value.
F
2
=[F
1
+L
2a
(q
c
+q
p
)(
r
cos +sin ) +L
2b
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
]k
F
2
=[F
1
+L
2a
(q
c
+q
p
)+L
2b
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
]k
,
,
F
3
=F
2
+L
3
(q
c
+q
p
)
r
Technical data
Drive units
Chains
General specifications
Chain strength and expansion vs. temperature
Friction between chain and slide rail
The coefficient of friction is normally the lower value at
the startup of a new conveyor. It will increase as the con-
tact surfaces wear in. Lubrication will reduce the coeffi-
cient of friction.
Friction between chain and product
In most cases, the coefficient of friction for contact
between plain chain and product is between 0,1 and
0,35. Always measure the friction between the chain and
the actual product. The typical friction between roller top
chain and product (inner friction in rollers) is in the order
of 0,05 to 0,08. The actual friction coefficients depend on
surface smoothness.
For inclines exceeding 5(1:10) it is necessary to use
a cleated chain. Chain sizes XL, XM, and XH are availa-
ble with high friction tops, suitable for inclines up to 30
(1:2).
Maximum conveyor length
The maximum length of a conveyor depends on the ten-
sion in the chain, the speed, and the capacity of the drive
unit.
It is important to calculate and compare the maximum
chain tension and the capacity of the drive unit in the fol-
lowing situations:
Heavy load
Accumulation
Vertical conveyor
High speed
Long conveyor
Conveyor includes horizontal or vertical plain bends
Frequent starts and stops (high service factor).
Temperature limits
A FlexLink conveyor can operate continuously at environ-
ment temperatures from 20 C to +60 C. Temperatures
up to 100 C can be tolerated for short periods (cleaning,
rinsing).
Drive unit Maximum traction force, N
XS XL XM XH XK XB
End 500 500 1250 1250 2500 1250
Double 500 500 1250 1250 1250
Intermediate 200 200 200
Catenary 500 1250 1250 2500
Horizontal bend 200 200 200 200 200
Parameter XS XL XM XH XK XB
Weight (plain chain)
kg/m
0,70 0,75 1,2 1,7 2,2 2,0
Tensile strength at
20 C, N
4000 4000 6000 6000 10000 6000
For other tempera-
tures: see below
Permissible working
tension at 20 C, N 500 500 1250 1250 2500 1250
Also see diagram,
page 22
Hardness H
RB
120 120 120 120 120 120
Water absorption
after 24 h at 20 C 0,2 % 0,2 % 0,2 % 0,2 % 0,2 % 0,2 %
Temperature C 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
Tensile strength factor 1,2 1,1 1,0 0,9 0,8 0,6 0,5 0,3
Linear expansion % 0,4 0,2 0 0,2 0,5 0,8 1,0 1,3
Material Designation Friction coefficient
Polyethylene
(HDPE, black)
XLCR 25
XSCR 25
XBCR 25
0,100,25
Polyethylene, ultra high molecular
weight
(UHMW-PE, white)
XLCR 25 U
XSCR 25 U
XKCR 25 U
XWCR 25 U
0,100,25
Polyamide-polyethylene
(PA-PE, grey)
XLCR 25 H 0,100,25
Polyvinylidene
(PVDF, yellow/white)
XLCR 25 P
XSCR 25 P
XWCR 25 P
0,150,35
Stainless steel XLCR 3 TA 0,150,35
Technical data (continued)
High speed applications
Conveyor speeds over 60 m/min. require special design
considerations. Since the amount of material lost due to
abrasive wear is directly related to distance travelled,
higher speeds will result in faster wear and require more
frequent maintenance. Careful attention to design details
will reduce the rate of wear, increasing the amount of run
time between replacement of wear parts. The primary
wear parts of a FlexLink conveyor are the slide rail and
the conveyor chain. Design parameters to be considered
are:
Load
A major factor affecting wear is the load on the conveyor.
The chain tension at the drive is an indicator of the total
load on the conveyor. Chain tension for high speed appli-
cations can only be a fraction of the maximum traction
force of the drive unit. Always do chain tension calcula-
tions for high speed applications. The following recom-
mendations include methods to reduce the load on the
conveyor.
Bends
Wheel bends should be utilized whenever possible. If the
application cannot accommodate wheel bends, plain
bends with radii of at least 1000 mm should be used. The
extra support rail should be used on the inside of all hor-
izontal plain bends. PVDF slide rail should be used on
the inside of horizontal plain bends and on all vertical
bends because of the amount of heat generated in this
area. Also, when using plain bends, do not make a total
change in direction of more than 90 degrees with any one
conveyor.
Conveyor length
High speed conveyors should be limited to a total length
of 15 m. This is only a guideline. It can be higher for
straight running conveyors with light loads, but should be
reduced for heavy loads with plain bends.
Motor control
All high speed conveyor motors should be equipped with
soft starting and stopping motor controls. Conveyors
should be programmed to shut off when an upstream or
downstream interference interrupts product flow.
Lubrication
A very small amount of lubrication can have a significant
effect on the performance and reliability of any conveyor
system, but is especially effective in high speed applica-
tions. One drop of silicone on the slide rail per hour of run
time is enough to reduce wear to almost nothing. In appli-
cations where silicone is prohibitive, other lubricants can
be used just as effectively. Be sure to investigate chemi-
cal compatibility when choosing a lubricating agent. Any
conveyor running faster than 80 m/min. should be lubri-
cated.
Other considerations
The higher the speed of the conveyor the more important
it is to maintain the chain slack at the drive (see Mainte-
nance page near the end of this section). The inspection
interval should also be reduced since minor misadjust-
ments can result in very rapid wear. If you have any con-
cerns about your high speed application, please contact
your local FlexLink sales office for assistance. Ear sound
protection will be required for anyone working in close
proximity to a high speed conveyor. The following chart
shows the expected noise contribution of high speed
conveyors measured from 1 m away.
High speed noise levels
75
80
60
85
70 90 100 110 120 80 50 130 m/min
dB(A)
XS, XL
XM, XH
Effective track lengths
Track length definition
The following tables list the effective track lengths for var-
ious FlexLink components. These should be considered
when determining how much conveyor chain is required
in a system. The lengths are rounded up to the nearest
50 mm.
The effective track length is the total length of chain
required through a bend or drive unit. The value for two-
way chain applies when the chain returns on the bottom
side.
End drive units
Effective track length (m)
XS XL XM XH XK XB
2-way chain 0,80 0,80 0,80 0,80 0,85 0,80
Intermediate drive units
XS XL XM XH XK XB
2-way chain 0,80 1,00 1,00
Catenary drive units
XS XL XM XH XK XB
1-way chain 1,35 1,35 1,35 1,60
Horizontal bend drive units
XS XL XM XH XK XB
1-way chain 0,65 0,65 0,65 0,70 0,85
Idler end units
XS XL XM XH XK XB
2-way chain 0,50 0,80 0,80 0,80 0,85 0,80
90idler units
XS XL XM XH XK XB
1-way chain 0,40 0,60 0,65 0,70
2-way chain 0,70
Effective track lengths (continued)
For XB, only 2-way chain is applicable.
Horizontal wheel bends
XS XL XM XH XK XB
30, 1-way chain
30, 2-way chain
0,25
0,50
0,25
0,50
0,25
0,50
0,25
0,50
0,35
0,65
45, 1-way chain

45, 2-way chain
0,30
0,60
0,30
0,60
0,30
0,60
0,30
0,60
0,40
0,75
90, 1-way chain

90, 2-way chain
0,40
0,80
0,40
0,80
0,40
0,80
0,40
0,80
0,55
1,10
180, 1-way chain

180, 2-way chain
0,65
1,30
0,65
1,30
0,65
1,30
0,65
1,30
0,85
1,70
Horizontal plain bends XS-XL-XM-XH-XK-XB

R=500 mm R=700 mm R=1000 mm
30, 1-way chain
30, 2-way chain
0,70
1,35
0,80
1,55
0,95
1,85
45, 1-way chain
45, 2-way chain
0,80
1,60
0,95
1,90
1,20
2,40
60, 1-way chain
60, 2-way chain
0,95
1,85
1,15
2,30
1,45
2,90
90, 1-way chain
90, 2-way chain
1,20
2,40
1,50
3,00
2,00
3,95
Vertical bends
XS XL XM XH XK XB
5, 1-way chain
5, 2-way chain
0,20
0,40
0,20
0,40
0,20
0,40
0,20
0,40
0,25
0,50
0,50
R (mm)
7, 1-way chain
7, 2-way chain
300
0,20
0,40
400
0,20
0,45
400
0,20
0,45
R (mm)
7, 1-way chain
7, 2-way chain
1000
0,30
0,60
15, 1-way chain

15, 2-way chain
0,25
0,50
0,30
0,55
0,30
0,55
0,40
0,75
0,75
R (mm)
30, 1-way chain
30, 2-way chain
300
0,35
0,65
300
0,35
0,65
400
0,40
0,75
400
0,40
0,75
750
0,60
1,15
R (mm)
30, 1-way chain
30, 2-way chain
1000
0,70
1,40
R (mm)
30, 1-way chain
30, 2-way chain
1225
0,85
1,65
R (mm)
45, 1-way chain
45, 2-way chain
300
0,45
0,80
300
0,45
0,80
400
0,50
0,95
400
0,50
0,95
750
0,80
1,55
R (mm)
45, 1-way chain
45, 2-way chain
1000
0,95
1,90
1000
0,95
1,90
1000
0,95
1,90
R (mm)
45, 1-way chain
45, 2-way chain
1225
1,15
2,30
50, 1-way chain

50, 2-way chain
1,10
2,15
60, 1-way chain

60, 2-way chain
0,50
0,95
0,50
0,95
0,65
1,20
0,65
1,20
1,00
1,95
R (mm)
90, 1-way chain
90, 2-way chain
300
0,70
1,30
300
0,70
1,30
400
0,85
1,60
400
0,85
1,60
750
1,40
2,70
R (mm)
90, 1-way chain
90, 2-way chain
1000
1,75
3,50
1000
1,75
3,50
1000
1,75
3,50

Materials
Components/product
A
l
u
m

E
A
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u
m

C
S
t
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e
l

Z
S
t
e
e
l

C
r
S
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S
S
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H
Z
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n
c

C
P
O
M
P
A
P
A
-
P
E
P
A

G
H
D
P
E
U
H
M
W
-
P
E
P
V
C
A
B
S
P
E
B
A
X
P
V
D
F
E
P
D
M
Angle brackets
Angle plate
Beam support brackets
Bends (horizontal and vertical)
Bolts and nuts
Chain
Chain clips (XW chain)
Chain rod (XW chain)
Chain track of intermediate drive unit
Connecting strips
Connectors
Conveyor beam
Corner fittings
Distance piece
Divert/merge devices
Door lock
Drill fixture
Drip catcher bracket assembly
Drip pans
Drip tray
Drip tray brackets
Drive unit sprocket wheel
End caps for beams
Fastener yokes
Feet
Flexible guide rail
Frame of horizontal bend drive unit
Frame of idler bend unit
Front piece with bends
Guide discs
Guide rail
Guide rail brackets
Guide rail coating
Guide rail cover
Guide rail end plug and connecting
plug
Guides for drive units

Guides for idler ends
Hinges
Idler ends
Idler wheels
Inner fittings
Inserts for flexible cleat link and
friction top link
Light beams
Locking set
Motor supports
Pallet locating station
Pallets
Plastic pivot (chain)
Protective cover for idler end unit
Screw for slide rail
Shaft of roller link
Legend
Shafts
Side mounted drip catcher
Slide rail
Slide strip for sliding doors
Sliding element
Sliding strip for front piece
Slot nuts
Spring pin
Square tube
Standard drive unit
Steel pin (chain)
Steel shaft
Support beams
T-slot cover
T-slot profile rubber strip
Transmission cover
Wheel bend frame
Wheel of horizontal bends
Components/product
A
l
u
m

E
A
l
u
m

C
S
t
e
e
l

Z
S
t
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e
l

C
r
S
t
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e
l

S
S
t
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l

H
Z
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C
P
O
M
P
A
P
A
-
P
E
P
A

G
H
D
P
E
U
H
M
W
-
P
E
P
V
C
A
B
S
P
E
B
A
X
P
V
D
F
E
P
D
M
Alum E = Aluminium, extruded, anodized
Alum C = Aluminium, cast
Steel Z = Steel, electro-zinc-plated
Steel Cr = Steel, chromated
Steel S = Steel, stainless
Steel H = Steel, hardened
Zinc C = Zinc, die-cast
POM = Acetal resin
PA = Polyamide
PA-PE = Polyamide-polyethylene
PA G = Polyamide, glass fibre reinforced
HDPE = High density polyethylene
UHMW-PE = Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene
PVC = Polyvinyl chloride
ABS = ABS plastic
PEBAX = Polyether-polyamide
PVDF = Polyvinylidene fluoride
EPDM = Synthetic rubber
Materials (continued)
Aluminium profiles
Aluminium is very resistant to corrosion in most environ-
ments because of the thin natural oxide layer formed on
the metal surface when it is exposed to oxygen. The layer
is hard and tight, and adheres well. In spite of its limited
thickness (0,01 m) it prevents further oxidation. Under
unfavourable conditions, however, corrosion will take
place. Normally, this will only affect appearance.
Material specifications
Alloy.................................................... AA 6063-T6
Density ............................................... 2700 kg/m
3
Linear expansion................................ 23 10
-6
/ C
Modulus of elasticity........................... 70 000 N/mm
2
Shear modulus ................................... 27 000 N/mm
2

Tensile strength
Yield point R
p
(
0,2
).......................... 200 N/mm
2

Ultimate strength R
m
(
B
) ................. 230 N/mm
2

Elongation A
5
(
5
)............................. 12 %
Anodization layer thickness................ 10 m
Section cuts are not anodized, unless otherwise speci-
fied.
Compatible with most common chemicals
The FlexLink conveyor components can withstand
lengthy contact with most chemicals used in normal
workshop environments. It is, however, necessary to
avoid acids with pH lower than 4, bases with pH above 9,
and lengthy exposure to chlorinated hydrocarbons such
as trichloroethylene.
The following tables specify the resistance of the
materials used in FlexLink components to various chem-
icals. For some chemicals, the reactions depend on con-
centration and form of the chemical. A higher
concentration of an acid will cause more swelling of the
material subjected to it. Also, the liquid form of a gas
results in more brisk reactions.
Legend
1 indicates very high resistance, whereas 4 indicates an
unsuitable combination. means that no data is availa-
ble.
Acids
Basic compounds
Gases
Chemical agent
P
O
M
P
A
P
A
-
P
E
P
V
D
F
H
D
P
E
U
H
M
W
-
P
E
P
E
B
A
X
A
l
u
m
Acetic acid 3 4 4 1 3 1 2
Benzoic acid 3 4 4 1 1 1 4
Boric acid 3 2 2 1 1 1 2
Citric acid 3 2 2 1 2 1 2
Chromic acid 4 4 4 1 1 1 3
Hydrofluoric acid 4 4 4 1 1 1 4
Hydrochloric acid 4 4 4 1 1 1 3
Hydrocyanic acid 4 4 4 1 2 1 1
Nitric acid 4 4 4 1 4 1 3
Oleic acid 3 2 2 1 3 1 1
Oxalic acid 4 2 2 1 1 1 2
Perchlorid acid 4 4 4 1 1 1 3
Phosphoric acid 4 4 4 1 1 1 3
Phtalic acid 4 2 2 1 1 1
Sulphuric acid 4 4 4 1 2 1 1 3
Tannic acid 3 1 1 1
Tartaric acid 3 2 2 1 1 1 1
Chemical agent
P
O
M
P
A
P
A
-
P
E
P
V
D
F
H
D
P
E
U
H
M
W
-
P
E
P
E
B
A
X
A
l
u
m
Ammonia (solution) 1 2 2 1 1 1 2
Calcium hydroxide 1 2 2 1 1 1 4
Caustic soda 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 3
Potassium hydroxide 1 2 2 1 1 1 4
Chemical agent
P
O
M
P
A
P
A
-
P
E
P
V
D
F
H
D
P
E
U
H
M
W
-
P
E
P
E
B
A
X
A
l
u
m
Carbon dioxide 3 1 1 1 1 1 1
Carbon monoxide 2 1 1 1 1 1 1
Chlorine (dry) 2 4 4 1 3 3 1
Chlorine (wet) 4 4 4 1 4 4 4
Hydrogen sulphide 3 1 1 1 2 1 1
Sulphur dioxide (dry) 2 3 3 1 2 1 1
Sulphur dioxide (wet) 4 4 4 1 2 1 3
Organic compounds and solvents: Salts
Chemical test
If you are doubtful about whether our materials will with-
stand your special environment, you should perform a
chemical test. The following procedure, which tests the
absorption of the material by measuring the swelling, is
suitable for plastic materials. It should be performed at
two temperatures, 20 C and 60 C. The 60 C test rep-
resents long term exposure at room temperature.
1 Put a sample of the material into the chemical solu-
tion.
2 Measure the change in weight and length after 1, 2, 4,
and 7 days in the solution. If the relative change of
weight, length, or other geometric change exceeds
1 %, the test is considered negative, i.e. the chemical
is not compatible with the material.
Chemical agent
P
O
M
P
A
P
A
-
P
E
P
V
D
F
H
D
P
E
U
H
M
W
-
P
E
P
E
B
A
X
A
l
u
m
Acetone 1 1 1 1 4 1 3 1
Aniline 2 3 3 1 3 1 1
Benzene 1 2 2 1 4 4 3 1
Benzine 2 2 2 1 3 3 1
Butyl alcohol 2 2 2 1 2 1 1
Carbon disulphide 1 2 2 1 3 3 1
Carbon tetrachloride 1 1 1 1 3 3 2
Chlorobenzene 1 1 1 1 4 4
Chloroform 1 3 3 1 4 4
Ethyl acetate 1 2 2 1 2 1 1
Ethyl alcohol 1 2 2 1 1 1 1
Ethylic ether 1 2 2 1 4 3 1
Formalin 2 2 2 1 1 1 1
Heptane 2 1 1 1 2 2
Methyl alcohol 1 2 2 1 1 1 2
Methyl ethyl ketone 1 1 1 1 4 2 4 2
Nitrobenzene 2 2 2 1 3 2 1
Phenol 3 4 4 1 2 1 1
Toluene 1 2 2 1 4 4
White spirit 2 2 2 4 4
Chemical agent
P
O
M
P
A
P
A
-
P
E
P
V
D
F
H
D
P
E
U
H
M
W
-
P
E
P
E
B
A
X
A
l
u
m
Acid salts 2 3 3 1 1 1
Basic salts 1 2 2 1 1 1
Neutral salts 1 2 2 1 1 1
Potassium bicarbonate 2 2 2 1 2 1 1
Potassium permanganate 2 4 4 1 2 1 1
Sodium cyanide 2 2 2 1 2 1 4
Sodium hypochlorite 3 4 4 1 2 1 4
Static electricity
Low conductivity
The standard plastic materials used for conveyors all
have low electrical conductivity. This means that static
electricity can build up on the conveyor. If the chain runs
on plastic slide rails, no inherent discharge path exists for
the static electricity.
When a conveyor is running under normal operating con-
ditions but without products, the following static build-up
can be measured:
At the drive unit .................................. 20002500 V
At the idler end unit ............................ 400500 V
At a wheel bend.................................. 400500 V
At a straight section............................ 300400 V
Depending on the shape and material, a product running
on the conveyor can also build up static electricity. The
worst case is with accumulated products. Discharge is
normally taking place when the products are transferred
to or from the conveyor.
In static sensitive applications, a number of measures
can be taken to reduce the risk of excessive static
charges.
1 Ensure that the relative humidity is minimum 40 %.
2 Install static discharge wipers immediately before
sensitive points on the conveyor.
Components for static sensitive environments
Some FlexLink chains, slide rail, and guide rail cover can
be ordered in carbon loaded or ISD versions. The carbon
loaded material has high conductivity whereas the ISD
material is dissipative.
Contact your FlexLink Systems representative for addi-
tional information.
Wear
The degree of wear on a conveyor depends on a number
of factors, such as
Running time
Load, contact pressure
Speed
Product accumulation
Sharp or rough products
Chemicals
Foreign particles e.g. chips, grinding particles, broken
glass, sand, sugar
Temperature
Plain bends
Try to minimize the running time for the conveyors by
stopping them when there is no transport.
Multiple horizontal and vertical plain bends in a conveyor
will often result in increased wear. One reason is that the
friction losses are large in plain bends. Also, the contact
surface between chain and slide rail is small and the
chain pull is acting towards the slide rail in the bends.
The amount of wear will be highest during an intro-
ductory period, and will decrease when the surfaces
have adapted to each other. Lubrication will reduce wear.
Run-in period
Two to three weeks are usually enough as a run-in
period. During this time, the conveyor should be cleaned
a couple of times, to remove dust. After run-in, wear will
be minimal, unless particles from the product or process
reach the conveyor continuously.
Chain elongation
Especially during the run-in period, and if the load is
heavy, the conveyor chain will slowly increase in length.
This effect will be most obvious for long conveyors. After
continuous operation for two weeks, it is often possible to
remove a couple of chain links. After this period, we rec-
ommend a check every 36 months.
Ultra-violet light
The plastic material used in the FlexLink conveyor chain
will deteriorate slowly if exposed to strong ultra-violet
radiation from industrial UV sources.
Conveyor noise level
Introduction
The noise generated by the conveyor chain will decrease
after a few days of operation. Generally, a higher speed
will result in a higher noise level, though still less than the
general noise in a factory environment. At high speeds,
large-radius plain bends are quieter than wheel bends.
The actual noise level depends on several factors:
The product on the conveyor
The installation premises
Surrounding equipment
The conveyor layout and dimensions
Typical noise levels for a conveyor with an end drive unit
are shown in the following tables. The noise level was
measured at three points for each conveyor type, at a dis-
tance of 1 m from drive unit (A), bend (B), and idler end
unit (C), at the same level as the top of the conveyor. The
noise level was measured at speeds from 5 m/min up to
60 m/min.
Conveyor with wheel bend
XS conveyor
XL conveyor
XM conveyor
XH conveyor
XK conveyor
3,4 m
3,4 m
d
d
d
d = 1 m
A
B
C
50
60
70
80
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50 60 m/min
XSEB ... HL/HR, XSBH 90R150, XSEJ 200
A
B
C
dB(A)
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
50
60
70
80
XLEB ... HL/HR, XLBH 90R150, XLEJ 320
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
50
60
70
80
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
XMEB ... HL/HR, XMBH 90R160, XMEJ 315
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
50
60
70
80
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
XHEB ... HL/HR, XHBH 90R170, XHEJ 325
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
50
60
70
80
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
XKEB ... L/R, XKBH 90R200, XKEJ 350
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
Conveyor noise level (continued)
Conveyor with large radius plain bend
XL conveyor
XM conveyor
XH conveyor
XK conveyor
XB conveyor
A
B
C
3,7 m (XB:2,3 m)
3,7 m (XB:2,3 m)
d
d
d
d = 1 m
50
60
70
80
XLEB ... HL/HR, XLBP 90R1000, XLEJ 320
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
50
60
70
80
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
XMEB ... HL/HR, XMBP 90R1000, XMEJ 315
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
50
60
70
80
XHEB ... HL/HR, XHBP 90R1000, XHEJ 325
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
50
60
70
80
XKEB ... L/R, XKBP 90R1000, XKEJ 350
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
50
60
70
80
5 10 20 15 25 30 40 50
XBEB ..A175 LP/RP, XBBP 90A175R10, XBEJ A175
A
B
C
60 m/min
dB(A)
Slide rail selection guidelines
Slide rail overview
Characteristics
The slide rail is used to provide a low friction and wear
resistant track for the chain. There are slide rails in four
different types of materials, each with different character-
istics:
1 High density polyethylene
2 Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene
3 Polyamide-polyethylene
4 Polyvinylidene fluoride
5 Stainless steel
The coefficient of friction is normally closer to the lower
value at startup of a new conveyor. It will increase as the
contact surfaces are wearing in. Lubricants will reduce
the coefficient of friction.
Considerations when selecting slide rail
Each of the slide rails has its own characteristics and is
suitable for different types of applications.
Polyethylene slide rail is suitable for most standard
applications.
In environments where high resistance to chemicals
is important, PVDF slide rails are recommended.
Steel slide rails in combination with PVDF slide rails in
bends can be a good combination where larger particles
such as chip occurs.
UHMW-PE has the highest wear resistance and can
be recommended in applications with:
Accumulation
Transport of heavy parts
High speed
Abrasive particles
Requirements on low dust generation
Chemical resistance
It is important to find out if there is an influence from
chemicals in the system. See the chemical resistance list
(page 34). For instructions on resistance testing refer to
page 35.
Temperature range
The maximum continuous temperature is 60 C for
XLCR 25 and XLCR 25 U and 100 C for XLCR 25 P and
XLCR 25 H. All slide rail types can be used down to
minus 40 C.
Horizontal plain bends
The contact pressure between the chain and the slide rail
is very high in the inner bend of horizontal plain bends. It
is important to use the PVDF slide at this location if the
speed is high as there will be increased temperatures
that may cause melting of other slide rails. This, however,
will result in somewhat higher wear on the chain.
Installation
It is important that the slide rail be properly mounted and
anchored to the conveyor beam. See Appendix A,
Page 1.
The length of slide rail depends on the application. It
is important to cut the slide rail to shorter sections allow-
ing for elongation in high load areas such as after hori-
zontal and vertical plain bends and in accumulation
zones.
It is also recommended to use short slide rails (2 to
3 m) where chemicals might affect the slide rail.
Designation Material Coefficient
of friction
Colour
XSCR 25 HDPE
1
0,10,25 Black
XLCR 25 HDPE
1
0,10,25 Black
XBCR 25 HDPE
1
0,10,25 Black
XBCR 3/6 UA UHMW-PE
2
0,10,25 White
XSCR 25 U UHMW-PE
2
0,10,25 White
XLCR 25 U UHMW-PE
2
0,10,25 White
XKCR 25 U UHMW-PE
2
0,10,25 White
XWCR 25 U UHMW-PE
2
0,10,25 White
XLCR 25 H PA-PE
3
0,10,25 Grey
XKCR 25 H PA-PE
3
0,10,25 Grey
XSCR 25 P PVDF
4
0,150,35 Yellow/white
XLCR 25 P PVDF
4
XWCR 25 P PVDF
4
XLCR 3 TA Steel S
5
0,150,35
XSCR 25
XSCR 25 P
XLCR 25
XLCR 25 P
XLCR 25 U
XLCR 3 TA
Maintenance
Chain
The chains are made of acetal resin which has an excel-
lent combination of strength, wear resistance, chemical
resistance, impact strength and temperature range.
Chain failures like breakage and high wear might
occur if the actual chain pull is higher than the permissi-
ble chain pull. There is also a big risk for slip-stick at high
chain pulls.
There is an arrow on the side of all chain links show-
ing the proper running direction for the chain. The chain
should run without pre-tension. Pre-tension might result
in uncontrolled chain pull and lead to chain failure. For
this reason it is important that there is a visible chain
slack at the drive unit when the conveyor is running.
The chain has a good impact strength. A broken link is
a sign that something is wrong along the conveyor. Fre-
quent failures can be attributed to broken cleated links
caused by jamming at the loading or unloading of the
conveyor.
It is important to replace broken or damaged chain
links, or the broken link might damage the slide rail or the
feed-in guides for the return chain at the drive unit.
Chain elongation
The chain is made of an elastic material. In addition to
the elastic elongation, the chain will exhibit elongation
because of material creeping. The magnitude of the elon-
gation depends on the chain pull. The elongation will
show up at the take up side of the drive unit. Too much
chain slack may cause wear at the chain entry point in
the drive unit. Regular inspections of the chain elonga-
tion are important. The chain should be shortened after a
run-in time of 50 hours. Further inspections should be
made after 250 and 500 hours and then every 500 hours.
Frequent inspections are more important if the conveyor
is long or has large/heavy loads.
The plastic pivot should be replaced if the steel pin
connecting the chain is removed for shortening the chain
or replacing damaged chain links. Check that the steel
pin is centered after it has been mounted and that the
chain is flexible in the joint.
Slide rail
Lubrication
Lubrication of the surface between the slide rail and
chain will result in a lower coefficient of friction and longer
life.
Inspection
Check the slide rail in horizontal and vertical plain
bends after every 250 hours of operation. The chain
can stay in place during this inspection. Replace
worn-out slide rail.
Remove the chain from the conveyor and inspect the
slide rail carefully at least once a year or after
2000 hours of operation (plain bends: 500 hours).
Check wear and anchoring. Replace worn-out slide
rail.
Drive units
Each drive unit can be equipped with different brands
and types of worm gear motors. Follow the maintenance
recommendations of the motor/gear manufacturer.
Transmission chain
The conveyors are normally equipped with roller trans-
mission chains. The transmission chain will elongate and
should be inspected after 50, 250 and 500 hours, and
then every 500 hours. It should be lubricated and
stretched if needed.
Safety clutch
All drive units are equipped with friction type safety
clutches. The safety clutch is mainly a safety device for
the conveyor that prevents damage at overload. The slip
clutch should be set so that it does not slip under normal
maximum load. Never run the conveyor without transmis-
sion cover.
There are two different designs of the safety clutches.
One type is used for 3/8" and one for 1/2" roller chains. It
is important to unload the conveyors before releasing the
clutch.
For instructions on adjusting the safety clutch, see
Appendix B, page 374.
General safety and design considerations
Introduction
When designing a conveyor system, it is necessary to
consider all of its aspects in order to achieve an opera-
tional installation which is reasonably safe for all people
involved in its use or maintenance. For conveyors the
chain is generally the critical factor to consider with
guarding.
Safeguarding
All pinch and shear points as well as other exposed mov-
ing parts that present a hazard to people at their worksta-
tions or their passageways must be safeguarded.
Overhead conveyors must be guarded to prevent objects
falling. Cleated conveyor chains are more hazardous in
creating more pinch and shear points than plain conveyor
chains.
Safeguarding can be achieved by:
Location
Locate the hazardous area wherever possible out of
the area occupied by personnel.
Guards
Mechanical barriers preventing entry into the hazard-
ous area, or protecting against falling objects.
Control devices
Machine controls which prevent or interrupt hazard-
ous operations/conditions.
Warnings
Instructions, warning labels, or sound/light signals
which alert to hazardous conditions.
Safeguarding should be designed to minimize discomfort
or difficulties to the operator. Bypassing or overriding the
safeguarding during operation should be difficult.
Warning labels etc. should only be used when all
other means of safeguarding will impair the function of
the installation or are not cost effective.
The degree of safeguarding required should be iden-
tified during the design process.
Special attention
When correctly applied, the FlexLink family of compo-
nents are safe to use and maintain. It is, however, neces-
sary for those responsible for design, installation,
operation, and maintenance of the FlexLink installation to
be aware of certain areas where special attention is
required.
All drive units with slip clutch
Before adjusting the slip clutch, it is necessary to
remove all objects from the chain to remove any
remaining chain tension.
Adjustment should be conducted in accordance with
the maintenance procedures specified.
All drive units with the exception of direct drive units
are fitted with transmission chain covers. These cov-
ers must be fitted before unit is operated.
Note: The slip clutch is not a personnel safety device, but
a device to protect the conveyor equipment.
End drive units
The chain slack (catenary) of the end drive units must
be maintained during the system lifetime.
If side plates are fitted, the chain must be shortened if
it becomes visible below the level of the side plates.
For coupled drive units, safety protection should be
applied to the connecting shaft.
The area near the guides for the return loop of the chain
should not be accessible during conveyor operation.
The bridge area where the chain goes down into the
drive should not be accessible during conveyor opera-
tion.
General safety and design considerations (continued)
The drive wheel and the transmission chain should not
be accessible during the conveyor operation.
Idler units
The opening between the links when they turn round the
idler roller could be a risk. Idler ends should not be acces-
sible during conveyor operation wherever possible.
Wheel bends
Guarding may be required at wheel bends depending
upon location of bends and load applied to the conveyor.
Cleated chains
Any application incorporating cleated chains requires
careful safety consideration. Pinch and shear points
are generated throughout the assembly of the incor-
porated components, therefore generous guarding
should always be employed to fully protect within user
operating limitations.
There is a higher risk of product damage when using
cleated chains. Special attention must be given to
operator access in the event of product becoming
trapped or similar.
Maintenance
The routine maintenance of FlexLink conveyors should
also include procedures to ensure that any guarding
remains securely fastened and effective if not interlocked
via control system etc.
FlexLink components are continuously reviewed to
improve performance either by design modification or
material upgrade. In all these reviews user safety is our
first consideration.
The design review procedure as recommended under
the Machinery Directive 98/37/EEC is followed and all
associated technical data is retained at the manufac-
turers address.
Conveyor chains 43
Conveyor chains
Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK, XB
Introduction
The conveyor chain consists of plastic links joined
together by means of plastic pivots and stainless steel
pins. It can be delivered with or without cleats.
The chain is also available with composite chain links
based on the standard link design, combined with a spe-
cial chain top (does not include XS). The basic link has
the same technical properties as the standard link.
The System XB chain base is similar to the XSXK
chain bases. The top part, however, is much wider than
the base, for efficient handling of wide products such as
cardboard boxes etc., for example in the packaging and
food industries.
Plain chain (XS, XL, XM, XH, XK)
The plain chain has a flat top
surface. The surface has low
friction which allows accumu-
lation of products.
XK plain chain Type A is a
closed top chain and has the
same technical properties as
the standard XK chain. It is
mainly intended for use in pal-
let applications.
Height of chain above beam
The following table lists the
height of chain for plain chain.
Note that the A and B dimen-
sions are not always the
same for plain chain as for
other chain types such as cleated chain. See separate
publication 4301, "Chain guide", for more information.
Plain chain (XB)
The XB chain is designed for
gentle handling of bulky or
soft ready-packed products
requiring stable support on a
wide chain.
The 175 mm/295 mm
wide chain features overlap-
ping links that stay closed
even in the tight radius bend.
This minimizes the risk of
jamming or tearing goods.
Safety (XB)
Tight chain design also minimizes the risk of fingers get-
ting pinched in the chain.
Friction top chain (XL, XM, XH, XB)
The friction top chain is espe-
cially suitable for track config-
urations with inclines up to
30, and where a standard
cleated chain is unsuitable. A
friction insert moulded into
the link increases the friction
between goods and chain.
Always test with the spe-
cific product to ensure that
the friction is sufficient at the
desired inclination.
Chain A mm B mm C mm
XSTP 5 3,0 3,8 33,2
XLTP 5 3,5 3,8 33,1
XMTP 5 4,0 5,0 38,5
XHTP 5 4,5 5,5 38,5
XKTP 5/5 A 4,5/7,0 7,0/9,5 50,0
Type A (XK)
A
B
C
Height of chain above beam (XB)
7
39,7
XBTP 3A175
9,3
XB friction chain
44 Conveyor chains
Chains Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK, XB (continued)
Steel top chain (XL, XM, XH, XK)
The steel top chain replaces
the standard plain chain, if
the products conveyed are
causing excessive wear to
the standard chain. It is
intended primarily for the
mechanical manufacturing
industry, for transport of cast-
ings or machined items with
sharp edges.
Based on the standard plain link, the steel top chain
has the same technical properties as the standard link.
Cleated chain (XS, XL, XM, XH, XK)
Cleated chain is required for
vertical or steeply inclined
conveyor tracks. Cleats are
available in different heights
and shapes. The cleat type
must be selected to suit the
shape of the goods con-
veyed. High cleats are
required for long work pieces,
otherwise the ends of the
work piece would rise over the top of the cleat on vertical
(convex) bends.
Roller top chain (XL, XM, XH)
The roller top chain is espe-
cially suitable for sensitive
goods in buffering areas, and
for long buffer sections where
the accumulating pressure
could become high with the
standard chain. The rollers
on the chain top reduce the
friction between the chain
and the goods, so that
scratch sensitive goods can be conveyed without being
damaged.
Important
Note that roller top links cannot be interleaved with plain
links or other fingered links if the conveyor includes hor-
izontal bends.
Roller cleat chain (XM, XH, XB)
Roller cleats are suitable for
example for cardboard boxes
in slopes. They permit easy
transfer from another con-
veyor.
Flexible cleat chain (XL, XM)
The flexible cleat chain is
intended for vertical trans-
port in vertical wedge con-
veyors. Suitable products
include glass and plastic bot-
tles, soda cans, and card-
board boxes. Two conveyors
with flexible cleat chain fac-
ing each other form the verti-
cal wedge conveyor. See
figure below.
Flexible cleat chain type
X_TE 5 D has flexible rubber
cleats which can be removed
from the chain and replaced
if necessary. The chain is
best used with smaller prod-
ucts, or where the gap
between cleats must be
small.
Other chain types
In addition to the standard types, several special-purpose
chain links are available. See FlexLink chain guide which
lists all chain types available. It is also possible to order
customer specified chains. Please contact FlexLink Sys-
tems for additional information.
Technical specifications
Parameter Steel top chain Roller top
chain
XL XM XH XK XL XM XH
Weight kg/m 1,0 1,4 2,4 2,8 1,1 2,2 2,5
Friction coeffi-
cient (between
chain and dry
steel product)
0,20,3 0,20,3 0,20,3 0,20,3
Steel hardness >800H
v
>800H
v
>800H
v
>800H
v
Parameter Flexible cleat chain
XL XM
Weight kg/m XLTE 5 B: 0,82
XLTE 5 D: 1,8
XMTE 5 B: 1,2
XMTE 5 C: 1,6
XMTE 5 D: 2,1
Product weight, max. kg XLTE 5 B: 0,1
XLTE 5 D: 1,0
XMTE 5 B: 3,0
XMTE 5 C: 2,0
XMTE 5 D: 4,0
Product diameter, min. mm 30 40
Conveyor speed, max. m/min. 50 50
Product length/width ratio 1:14:1 1:14:1
Max. conveyor length, m 7 7
Vertical wedge conveyor
Conveyor chains 45
Chains Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK, XB (continued)
Tools and accessories
See page 54.
Ordering information
The chain comes in 5 m lengths (XB: 3 m). Separate links
can also be ordered. Plastic pivots and steel pins are
included with chain and link deliveries, so they need only
be ordered for replacement purposes.
1 Calculate the required length of chain. For effective
track lengths of bends, drive units etc., refer to the
tables Effective track lengths in Conveyor engineer-
ing guidelines. Be sure to use the value for a two-way
chain if the chain returns on the bottom of the beam.
The chain must be ordered in 5 m sections (XB: 3 m).
2 If cleats are required: Determine the type and dis-
tance between them. The distance should be at least
1,5 times the length of the product conveyed.
The desired distance is denoted by adding a digit
after the designation suffix: If, for instance, every fifth
link is to be a Type X cleat link, then write X5; if every
eighth, then write X8, etc.
Example
XSTF 59 D8 is a 5 m chain section. It has type D cleats,
9 mm high, on every eighth link.
Chains overview
Product XS XL XM XH XK XB
Chain width
Chain pitch
44 mm
25,4 mm
63 mm
25,4 mm
83 mm
33,5 mm
103 mm
35,5 mm
102 mm
38,1 mm
175 mm/295 mm
33,5 mm
Plain chain XSTP 5
Page 46
XLTP 5
Page 47
XMTP 5
Page 49
XHTP 5
Page 51
XKTP 5/5 A
Page 52
XBTP 3A175
Page 53
XBTP 3A295
Page 53
Steel top chain XLTP 5 TF
Page 47
XMTP 5 TF
Page 49
XHTP 5 TF
Page 51
XKTP 5 TF
Page 52
Friction top chain XLTP 5 F
Page 47
XMTP 5 F
Page 49
XHTP 5 F
Page 51
XBTP 3A175 F...
Page 53
XBTP 3A295 F...
Page 53
Universal chain XMTF 5 U
Page 49
XKTF 5 U
Page 52
Cleated chain Type A XLTF 5* A
Page 47
XMTF 5* A
Page 49
XHTF 5* A
Page 51
XKTF 5* A
Page 52
Cleated chain Type B XLTF 512 B
Page 47
Cleated chain Type C XLTF 5* C
Page 48
Cleated chain Type D XSTF 5* D
Page 46
Cleated chain Type G XSTF 5* G
Page 46
Flexible cleat chain Type B XMTE 5 B
Page 50
Flexible cleat chain Type C XMTE 5 C
Page 50
Flexible cleat chain Type D XLTE 5 D
Page 48
XMTE 5 D
Page 50
Roller top chain XLTR 5
Page 48
XMTR 5
Page 49
XHTR 5
Page 51
Roller cleat chain XMTF 5* R
Page 50
XHTF 546 R
Page 51
XBTL 17546 R
Page 53
46 Conveyor chains
Chains XS

Plain chain XS
Plain chain
Length 5 m XSTP 5
Plain link XSTL 44*
*Note. Links must be ordered in multiples of 10
Cleated chain, Type D XS
Cleated chain
Type D cleats
Length 5 m
h=3 mm
h=5,5 mm
h=9 mm
h=27 mm
XSTF 53 D...
XSTF 55.5 D...
XSTF 59 D...
XSTF 527 D...
Cleated link
h=3 mm
h=5,5 mm
h=9 mm
h=27 mm
XSTL 443 D*
XSTL 445.5 D*
XSTL 449 D*
XSTL 4427 D*
Cleated chain, Type G XS
Cleated chain
Type G cleats
Length 5 m
h=3 mm
h=5 mm
h=9 mm
XSTF 53 G...
XSTF 55 G...
XSTF 59 G...
Cleated link
h=3 mm
h=5 mm
h=9 mm
XSTL 443 G
XSTL 445 G
XSTL 449 G
Conveyor chains 47
Chains XL
Plain chain XL
Plain chain
Length 5 m XLTP 5
Plain link XLTL 63*
Friction top chain XL
Friction top chain
Length 5 m XLTP 5 F...
Friction top link XLTL 63 F*
Steel top chain XL
Steel top chain
Length 5 m XLTP 5 TF
Steel top link XLTL 63 TF*
Cleated chain, Type A XL
Cleated chain
Type A cleats
Length 5 m
h=4 mm
h=5,5 mm
h=9 mm
h=12 mm
h=17 mm
h=30 mm
XLTF 54 A...
XLTF 55.5 A...
XLTF 59 A...
XLTF 512 A...
XLTF 517 A...
XLTF 530 A...
Cleated link
h=4 mm
h=5,5 mm
h=9 mm
h=12 mm
h=17 mm
h=30 mm
XLTL 634 A*
XLTL 635.5 A*
XLTL 639 A*
XLTL 6312 A*
XLTL 6317 A*
XLTL 6330 A*
Cleated chain, Type B XL
Cleated chain
Type B cleats
Length 5 m XLTF 512 B...
Cleated link XLTL 6312 B*
48 Conveyor chains
Chains XL (continued)
Cleated chain, Type C XL
Cleated chain
Type C cleats
Length 5 m
h=12 mm
h=15 mm
h=30 mm
XLTF 512 C...
XLTF 515 C...
XLTF 530 C...
Cleated link
h=12 mm
h=15 mm
h=30 mm
XLTL 6312 C*
XLTL 6315 C*
XLTL 6330 C*
Roller top chain XL
Roller top chain
Length 5 m XLTR 5
Roller top link XLTL 63 R
Flexible cleat chain, Type D XL
Flexible cleat chain Type D
Length 5 m XLTE 5 D
Flexible cleat link assembly Type D
(link base and flexible cleat top) XLTM 63 D*
Flexible cleat top (replacement) XLTX 55 D*
30
3
63
Conveyor chains 49
Chains XM
Plain chain XM
Plain chain
Length 5 m XMTP 5
Plain link XMTL 83*
Universal chain XM
Universal chain
Length 5 m XMTF 5 U...
Universal link XMTL 83 U*
The link has a hole for an M6 screw. An M6 nut will fit
inside the link.
Friction top chain XM
Friction top chain
Length 5 m XMTP 5 F...
Friction top link XMTL 83 F*
Steel top chain XM
Steel top chain
Length 5 m XMTP 5 TF
Steel top link XMTL 83 TF*
Cleated chain, Type A XM
Cleated chain
Type A cleats
Length 5 m
h=15 mm
h=30 mm
XMTF 515 A...
XMTF 530 A...
Cleated link
h=15 mm
h=30 mm
XMTL 8315 A*
XMTL 8330 A*
Roller top chain XM
Roller top chain
Length 5 m XMTR 5
Roller top link XMTL 83 R*
*Note. This link cannot be combined with plain links
50 Conveyor chains
Chains XM (continued)
Chain with 23 mm roller cleats XM
Chain with roller cleats
Length 5 m XMTF 523 R...
Link with roller cleats XMTL 8323 R
Chain with 46 mm roller cleats XM
Length 5 m XMTF 546 R...
Link with roller cleats XMTL 8346 R
Note. This type of chain requires minimum one plain link
between every cleated link.
Flexible cleat chain, Type B XM
Flexible cleat chain Type B
Length 5 m XMTE 5 B
Flexible cleat link XMTL 83 B*
Flexible cleat chain, Type C XM
Flexible cleat chain Type C
Length 5 m XMTE 5 C
Flexible cleat link assembly Type C
(link base and flexible cleat top) XMTM 83 C*
Flexible cleat top (replacement) XMTX 78 C*
Flexible cleat chain, Type D XM
Flexible cleat chain Type D
Length 5 m XMTE 5 D
Flexible cleat link assembly Type D
(link base and flexible cleat top) XMTM 83 D*
Flexible cleat top (replacement) XMTX 75 D*
83 30
4
Conveyor chains 51
Chains XH
Plain chain XH
Plain chain
Length 5 m XHTP 5
Plain link XHTL 103*
Friction top chain XH
Friction top chain
Length 5 m XHTP 5 F...
Friction top link XHTL 103 F*
Steel top chain XH
Steel top chain
Length 5 m XHTP 5 TF
Steel top link XHTL 103 TF*
Cleated chain, Type A XH
Cleated chain
Type A cleats
Length 5 m
h=15 mm
h=20 mm
h=30 mm
h=40 mm
XHTF 515 A...
XHTF 520 A...
XHTF 530 A...
XHTF 540 A...
Cleated link
h=15 mm
h=20 mm
h=30 mm
h=40 mm
XHTL 10315 A*
XHTL 10320 A*
XHTL 10330 A*
XHTL 10340 A*
Roller top chain XH
Roller top chain
Length 5 m XHTR 5
Roller top link XHTL 103 R*
*Note. This link cannot be combined with plain links.
Chain with roller cleats XH
Length 5 m XHTF 546 R...
Link with roller cleats XHTL 10346 R
Note. This type of chain requires minimum one plain link
between every cleated link.
52 Conveyor chains
Chains XK
Plain chain XK
Plain chain
Length 5 m XKTP 5
Plain link XKTL 102*
Note. This chain must not be used in pallet applications.
For this, please use closed top chain XKTP 5 A.
Universal chain XK
Universal chain
Length 5 m XKTF 5 U...
Universal link XKTL 102 U*
The link has a hole for an M6 screw. M6 nut will fit inside
the link.
Steel top chain XK
Steel top chain
Length 5 m XKTP 5 TF
Steel top link XKTL 102 TF*
Closed top chain XK
Closed top chain
Length 5 m XKTP 5 A
Closed top link XKTL 102 A*
Cleated chain, Type A XK
Cleated chain
Type A cleats
Length 5 m
h=15 mm
h=20 mm
h=30 mm
h=40 mm
XKTF 515 A...
XKTF 520 A...
XKTF 530 A...
XKTF 540 A...
Cleated link
h=15 mm
h=20 mm
h=30 mm
h=40 mm
XKTL 10215 A*
XKTL 10220 A*
XKTL 10230 A*
XKTL 10240 A*
Conveyor chains 53
Chains XB
Plain chain 175 mm XB
Plain chain
Length 3 m XBTP 3A175
Plain link XBTL 175*
Friction top chain 175 mm XB
Friction top chain
Length 3 m XBTP 3A175 F...
Friction top link XBTL 175 F*
Roller cleat link 175 mm XB
Roller cleat link XBTL 175x46 R
Roller cleat chain must be ordered as plain chain plus
desired number of roller cleat links. Cannot be ordered
as chain
175
3
7
3
175
3
7
2,5
3
3
35
7
45,5
3
175
Plain chain 295 mm XB
Plain chain
Length 3 m XBTP 3A295
Plain link XBTL 295*
Friction top chain 295 mm XB
Friction top chain
Length 3 m XBTP 3A295 F...
Friction top link kit 5054874*
*Note. Links are delivered as a kit containing 10 links
and the necessary steel pins and plastic pivots.
295
3
7
3
295
3
7
2,5
3
54 Conveyor chains
Tools and accessories for chains
Plastic pivot and steel pin
The chain links are connected by means of plastic pivots
and steel pins. Pivots and pins are included with chain
and link deliveries, so they need only be ordered for
replacement purposes.

Chain assembly tool
A special pin insertion tool is available for use when
assembling and dismantling the chain. The tool helps
when inserting and removing the stainless steel pin join-
ing two chain links together.
Chain lubrication
The chain is lubrication-free. A new chain running on new
slide rails, however, will need a few hours of running-in
before it runs perfectly smoothly. For applications where
absolutely smooth running is essential from the start, a
silicone-based lubricant (LDSS 450) is available.
Plastic pivot
Plastic pivot XS, XL
Plastic pivot XM
Plastic pivot XH
Plastic pivot XK
Plastic pivot XB
XLTT 916
XMTT 1316
XHTT 1819
XKTT 2224
XBTT 1316
Note. Must be ordered in multiples of 25
Steel pin
Steel pin XS, XL
Steel pin XM
Steel pin XH
Steel pin XK
Steel pin XB
XLTD 436
XMTD 650
XHTD 670
XKTD 862
XMTD 650
Pin insertion tool for chain
Pin insertion tool XS, XL
Pin insertion tool XM, XB
Pin insertion tool XH
Pin insertion tool XK
XLMJ 4
XMMJ 6
XHMJ 6
XKMJ 8
Lubricant for chain
Silicone-based lubricant LDSS 450
Conveyor beams 55
Conveyor beams
Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK
Aluminium beam profiles
FlexLink conveyors are based on aluminium beam pro-
files. Systems XS, XL, XM, XH, and XK are single profile
beams, whereas system XB beams consist of a single
profile in the middle, with side profiles on each side, to
create a wider conveyor.
Conveyor beam XS, XL, XM
The chain track for straight
conveyor sections is delivered
as beam stock to be cut as
required.
Conveyor beam XH
required. Two conveyor beam
versions are available stand-
ard (sufficient in most applica-
tions) and reinforced (R).
Conveyor beam XK
required. Conveyor beam
XKCB is normally used.
Conveyor beam XKCB type
N can be used for track sec-
tions where it should be possi-
ble to lift the chain out of the
beam to facilitate cleaning, etc.
See figure.
Conveyor beam XKCB type
N can be joined only to the
ordinary XKCB beam or to the
plain bend XKBP.
Conveyor beam type N
must not be used in applica-
tions where the conveyor
beam has an inclination from
the horizontal plane.
Point load F + beam weight + weight of two-way chain for
10 mm deflection, see illustration:
Slide rails
Slide rail products: see page 61.
Plastic slide rail is used to provide a low-friction track for
the chain. Slide rail is available in four plastic materials:
HDPE, PVDF, UHMW-PE, and PA-PE, and in acid resist-
ant stainless steel, see table.
HDPE slide rail is suitable for most standard applica-
tions. In environments where high resistance to chemi-
cals is important, PVDF slide rail is recommended.
PA-PE and UHMW-PE slide rail is best suited for high
speed applications, high accumulation loads, or where
cleanliness is important. See Considerations when
selecting slide rail on page 39.
Slide rail made of acid resistant stainless steel is
available in 3 m straight lengths. It is intended for high
wear applications. (Use PVDF slide rail in bends.)
Plastic screws or aluminium rivets are used to fix the
slide rail to the beam, see table. See Anchoring the slide
rail in Appendix A, page 370.
Note: When using UHMW-PE slide rails and the calcu-
lated load from a product exceeds 20 N for a single chain
link, always use plastic screws every meter of the slide
rail. See Considerations when selecting slide rail on
page 39.
Installation of slide rail on XKCB N: See Slide rail
installation conveyor beam XKCB N in Appendix A,
page 372.
1 High density polyethylene (no suffix in designation)
2 Polyvinylidene fluoride (suffix P in designation)
3 Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (suffix U in designation)
4 Polyamide-polyethylene (suffix H in designation)
5 Stainless steel (suffix TA in designation)
XHCB
XHCB R
XKCB
XKCB N
Conveyor systems F (N) Beam deflection from straight line
XS 200
XL 390
XM 550
XH
standard
reinforced
590
800
XK 1200
XS XL XM XH XK XB
Slide rail
HDPE
1
x x x x x
PVDF
2
x x x x x
UHMW-PE
3
x x x x x
PA-PE
4
x x x
Steel S
5
x x x
Plastic screw
XLAG 5 x x x x x
XWAG 5 x
Aluminium rivet
XLAH 36 x
XLAH 46 x x x
XLAH 47 x x
10
F
3 m
56 Conveyor beams
Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK (continued)
Tools and accessories (XB see next page)
Installation tools for slide rail
Special tools are available for installation of the slide rail.
See page 62. Also see Appendix A, page 368, where
installation of the slide rail is described.
T-slot cover strip
A snap-fit cover strip is available to cover the T-slots in the
beam. See page 63.
Connecting strips
The beams are joined together by means of connecting
strips. Normally, the longer strips should be used when
two lengths are available. Connecting strips are listed on
page 63.
Beam section
A beam section can be used to simplify chain installation.
The beam section is open on one side, so that the chain
can be installed. After installation of the chain, the remov-
able chain guides are returned and secured by means of
screws. (See Appendix C, page 375.)
Beam spacer
The beam spacer is used to connect two conveyor
beams side to side. Assembly: cut the beam spacer to
the desired length. Connect using M8 screw and slot nut.
Two holes must be drilled: one through the spacer beam
(9 mm), and one in one of the beams to allow insertion of
the screw. The diameter of the second hole depends on
the size of the screw head. See figure.
Tools and accessories overview
Ordering information (XB see next page)
1 Determine the number of beam lengths/sections
required. Beams can be delivered in 3 m and 6 m
lengths, and precision cut to any length up to 6 m.
2 Determine the length of slide rail required. Four
lengths of slide rail are normally required for each
length of track, if the chain returns via the bottom of
the beam.
Note for XK: XKCB type N requires six slide rail
lengths.
Do not forget bends, drive units etc. The effective
track length of each such component is specified in
the table Effective track lengths in Conveyor engi-
neering guidelines.
3 Estimate the required number of plastic screws or alu-
minium rivets for the slide rail. Two screws/rivets are
required for each separate piece of slide rail. The
screws/rivets must be ordered separately. The quan-
tity must be specified in multiples of 50 (plastic
screws) or in multiples of 250 (rivets).
4 Determine the number of connecting strips required.
Two connecting strips are required for each joint
between straight beam sections.
The connecting strips must be ordered separately. Note!
Bends, drive units, etc. are delivered with the necessary
connecting strips.
Conveyor beams overview (XB see next page)
XS XL XM XH XK
T-slot cover strip
Plastic
Aluminium
Connecting strips
130 mm
160 mm
Beam section
160 mm
200 mm
Product XS XL XM XH XK
Beam width
Beam height
45 mm
65 mm
65 mm
65 mm
85 mm
75 mm
105 mm
75 mm
105 mm
95 mm
Conveyor beam, standard XSCB *
Page 58
XLCB *
Page 58
XMCB *
Page 58
XHCB *
Page 59
XKCB *
Page 59
Conveyor beam reinforced XHCB * R
Page 59
Conveyor beam Type N XKCB * N
Page 59
Articulated beam section (vertical) XLCH 5 V
Page 64
Conveyor beams 57
Type XB
Conveyor beam XB
conveyor sections consists of
a middle section similar in
size to the XM beam, with
separate half-section beams
attached on the sides to
obtain the desired width
(182 mm/300 mm). Straight
sections up to 3 m can be
delivered assembled
(XB 175 version), in kit form
(XB 295 version), or as
unassembled parts.
Technical specifications XB
Beam deflection under load
Point load F + beam weight + weight of two-way chain for
4 mm deflection (see illustration):
F = 1200 N
Tools and accessories XB
The beam sections are joined together to the desired
length by means of four connecting strips at each joint.
For easy assembly, the two middle strips should extend
10 mm further out from the beam than the outer strips.
Only the outer strips need to be secured at both ends.
The outer beam half-sections are attached to the mid-
dle section using snap-fit aluminium clips (XB 175 ver-
sion) or aluminium spacers (XB 295 version). A special
tool (3923518) is required for fitting the clips with preci-
sion. Clips or spacers must be used minimum every 0,5
m.
A special tool for the installation of slide rail
(XBMR 170) is available. A snap-fit plastic or aluminium
cover strip is available to cover the T-slots in the beam.
Plastic screws or aluminium rivets are used to fix the
slide rail to the beam, see table on Page 55. See
Anchoring the slide rail in Appendix A, page 370.
Beam section XBCC 300A can be used to simplify
chain installation. This 300 mm beam section can be
opened on one side, so that the chain can be installed.
After installation of the chain, the removable chain guides
are returned and secured by means of screws (see
Appendix C, page 375).
1 Determine the number of beam sections required.
Straight beam sections can be delivered in assem-
bled sections up to 3 m (XB 175 version), in kit form
(XB 295 version), or as unassembled parts. Order a
sufficient number of clip kits or spacers to allow for a
maximum distance of 0,5 m between clips/spacers.
2 Determine the length of slide rail required. If XBCR 25
is used, six lengths of slide rail are normally required
for each length of track four on the top side and two
on the bottom side (middle section). If XBCR 25 is
used in combination with XBCR _ UA, four lengths of
regular slide rail and two lengths of slide rail for the
upper outer beam sections are normally required. Do
not forget bends, drive units etc. The effective track
length of each such component is specified in the
table Effective track lengths in Conveyor engineer-
ing guidelines. Note that an extra length of slide rail is
used in bends. See page 102
3 Estimate the required number of plastic screws for the
slide rail. Two screws are required for each separate
piece of slide rail. The screws must be ordered sepa-
rately. The ordered quantity must be a multiple of 50.
4 Determine the number of connecting strips required.
Four connecting strips must be ordered separately for
each joint between straight beam sections. (Bends,
drive units, etc. are delivered with the necessary con-
necting strips.)
Conveyor beams overview XB
Beam deflection from straight line
F
4
3 m
Product XB 175 XB 295
Beam width
Beam height
182 mm
75 mm
300 mm
75 mm
Conveyor beam section
(assembled)
XBCB *A175
Page 60
Conveyor beam section

(unassembled kit)
XBCB *A295
Page 60
Conveyor beam (mid-section) XBCB *A85
Page 60
XBCB *A85
Page 60
Conveyor beam (outer section) XBCB *A H
Page 60
XBCB *A H
Page 60
58 Conveyor beams
Beam XS
Beams XL
Beams XM
Conveyor beam XS
Beam
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
Length to order
XSCB 3
XSCB 6
XSCB L
Slide rail: see page 61
Beam accessories: see page 63
Conveyor beam XL
Beam
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
Length to order
XLCB 3
XLCB 6
XLCB L
Beam section for chain installation XL
Beam section for chain installation XLCC 160
Including connection strips and screws
45
11
64
65
64,2
11
80 160 80
Conveyor beam XM
Beam
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
Length to order
XMCB 3
XMCB 3
XMCB L
Beam section for chain installation XM
Beam section for chain installation XMCC 160
75
85
11
80 160 80
Conveyor beams 59
Beams XH Beams XK
Conveyor beam XH
Beam
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
Length to order
XHCB 3
XHCB 6
XHCB L
Beam, reinforced
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
Length to order
XHCB 3 R
XHCB 6 R
XHCB L R
Beam section for chain installation XH
Beam section for chain installation
Including connection strips and
screws XHCC 160
105
11
75
XHCB R
80 160 80
Conveyor beam, standard XK
Beam, standard
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
Length to order
XKCB 3
XKCB 6
XKCB L
Conveyor beam, Type N XK
Beam, Type N
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
Length to order
XKCB 3 N
XKCB 6 N
XKCB L N
Beam section for chain installation XK
Including connecting strips and
screws XKCC 200
95 11
105
11 95
105
60 Conveyor beams
Beam components XB
Beam section (XB 175 version) XB
Beam section (assembled)
Length 3 m
Length to order (0,53 m)
XBCB 3A175
XBCB LA175
Beam section kit (XB 295 version) XB
Beam section kit
Length 3 m
Length to order (0,53 m)
XBCB 3A295
XBCB LA295
The beam section is delivered unassembled.
Beam (mid-section) XB
Beam (mid-section)
Length 3 m
Length to order
XBCB 3A85
XBCB LA85
Beam (outer section) XB
Beam (outer section)
Length 3 m
Length to order
XBCB 3A H
XBCB LA H
75
182
11
300
75 11
75
85
74
21
Clip kit for outer beam sections XB
Snap-fit clip kit for outer beam
sections XBCE 40
Each kit contains two clips. For construction of 182 mm
wide beam sections. Mounting tool: see below.
Maximum distance between clips is 0,5 m.
Spacer for outer beam sections XB
Spacer, aluminium XBCE 85
Including screws and nuts. For construction of 300 mm
wide beam sections. Maximum distance between spac-
ers is 0,5 m.
Mounting tool for clip kit XB
Mounting tool for aluminium clip kit
XBCE 40 3923518
Beam section for chain installation XB
Including connecting strips and
screws XBCC 300A
40
85
50
Conveyor beams 61
Slide rails
Installation of slide rails
See installation instructions in Appendix A, page 368, or
in the separate Conveyor assembly manual.
Plastic slide rails for XS beam XS
Slide rail
Length 25 m
Polyethylene
PVDF
UHMW-PE
PA-PE
XSCR 25
XSCR 25 P
XSCR 25 U
XSCR 25 H
Plastic slide rails for XL, XM, XH beams
Slide rail
Length 25 m
Polyethylene
PVDF
UHMW-PE
PA-PE
XLCR 25
XLCR 25 P
XLCR 25 U
XLCR 25 H
Steel slide rail for XL, XM, XH beams
Slide rail
Length 3 m
Acid resistant stainless steel XLCR 3 TA
Plastic slide rails for XK beams XK
Slide rail
Length 25 m
PVDF
UHMW-PE
PA-PE
XWCR 25 P
XKCR 25 U
XKCR 25 H
Plastic slide rail for XB beam XB
Slide rail
Length 25 m
Polyethylene XBCR 25
XSCR 25 XSCR 25 P XSCR 25 U
XLCR 25 XLCR 25 P/H XLCR 25 U
XLCR 3 TA
Plastic slide rail for XB beam, outer XB
Slide rail, outer
UHMW-PE
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XBCR 3 UA
XBCR 6 UA
62 Conveyor beams
Slide rail tools and accessories
Mounting tool for slide rail
Mounting tool for slide rail XS, XL
Mounting tool for slide rail XM
Mounting tool for slide rail XH
Mounting tool for slide rail XK
XLMR 140
XMMR 140
XHMR 200
XKMR 200
Mounting tool for slide rail, XB XB
Mounting tool for slide rail XBMR 170
Drill fixture for slide rail
Drill fixture for XS slide rail
d=3,2 mm 3924774
Drill fixture for XL-XM-XH-XK-XB
slide rail
d=4,2 mm 3920500
Aluminium rivets
Aluminium rivets 3 mm for
XS conveyors XLAH 36
Aluminium rivets 4 mm for XL-XM-
XH conveyors XLAH 46
Aluminium rivets 4 mm for XK-XB
conveyors, brown XLAH 47
Extra slide rail in plain bends must be anchored using
plastic screws due to lack of space for the rivet crimping
tool.
Note. Must be ordered in multiples of 250.
d mm
15 60
XLAH 36
XLAH 46
Rivet crimping pliers
Rivet crimping pliers for XS
For 3 mm rivets 3924776
Rivet crimping pliers for XL-XM-XH-XK-
XB
Rivet crimping clamp
Rivet crimping clamp for XS
Rivet crimping clamp for XL-XM-XH-XK-
XB
Plastic screws for slide rail
Plastic screws 5 mm for XS-XL-XM-
XH-XB beams
Plastic screws 5 mm for XK beams
XLAG 5
XWAG 5
Conveyor beams 63
Beam accessories
Connecting strip with set screws
Connecting strip for XS
a=20 mm, L=130 mm XSCJ 6130
Connecting strip for XL-XM-XH
a= 25 mm, L=130 mm XLCJ 6130
Connecting strip for XL-XM-XH-XK
a= 25 mm, L=160 mm XLCJ 6160
Connecting strip for XB
a=20 mm, L=160 mm XSCJ 6160
Cover strip for T-slot, PVC
Length 25 m XLAB 25
For XS-XL-XM-XH
Length 3 m
Grey
Yellow
XCAC 3 P
XCAC 3 PY
For XK-XB
Cover strip for T-slot, aluminium
Aluminium, anodized
Length 2 m XCAC 2
For XK-XB
6 L
a M8
2
16
0,8
12,8
0,9
11,8
Beam spacer
Beam spacer
Aluminium, anodized
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XLCD 3
XLCD 6
For connection of two conveyor beams side to side. See
page 56.
37
85
3 m/6 m 4
h
XL XS XM/XH XK
h=15,9 mm h=16,0 mm h=10,5 mm h=0,5 mm
64 Conveyor beams
Articulated beam section (vertical) XL
Introduction
In some applications it is desirable to be able to alter the
vertical position of a conveyor beam. With an articulated
beam section it is possible to adjust the conveyor beam
up to 5. The articulated beam section consists of two
short pieces of conveyor beam connected by a hinge.
Connecting strips are included.
Installation of slide rails
Cut the slide rail as shown
Note the cutting angle versus direction of transport
Fix the ends with plastic screws as shown.
Application examples
A vertically articulated beam section can be used for the
transfer of goods from one conveyor to two or more con-
veyors.
A vertically adjustable beam section can be the solution
when products with different heights are to be handled by
picking or placing equipment.
Example: PET bottles with differing heights leaving a
moulding machine.
Articulated beam section XL
45
80 80
100 10
D
D
D
D= minimum 320 mm
Articulated beam section XL
Articulated beam section vertical XLCH 5 V
80 80
164
End drive units 65
End drive units
Introduction
The end drive unit is designed to be positioned at one
end of the conveyor. Two types of end drive units are
available: chain transmission and direct drive.
Chain transmission
A gear reducer and motor drives the conveyor chain by
means of a roller chain transmission system with an
adjustable slip-clutch. (Clutch adjustment: see Appendix
B, page 374.)
Two drive configurations are available: suspended
motor, transmission on left or right side. The motor can
be horizontal as shown, or vertical (does not include XK).
The transmission chain tension is controlled by a
chain stretching device with an adjustment screw. To
ensure access to the adjustment screw, the first 300 mm
of the conveyor beam must not be used for fitting of sup-
ports, etc.
For effective protection against personal injury the
drive unit is equipped with a transmission cover. The
cover shall always be in place when the conveyor is run-
ning.
The end drive unit can be connected in parallel with
additional drive units so that a common motor can drive
several conveyors synchronously. This requires a longer
drive shaft and a modified bearing arrangement. These
items are customer specified components available on
special order.
Note for XK: The end drive unit is available in two
sizes, XKEB and XKEB H. The type H drive unit has a
bigger gear and transmission chain to offer a higher trac-
tion force. This type also has a motor equipped with a
brake.
Direct drive
The end drive unit with direct drive is intended for use
when it is not suitable to have the motor below the
conveyor
when increased safety is required.
The direct drive unit is connected to the drive shaft
through a slip-clutch and the arrangement is protected by
a flange. This drive unit is available in both left-hand and
right-hand versions.
Direct drive unit for light loads
A direct drive unit version for light loads is available in
systems XL and XM. This type of drive unit has direct
drive and no slip-clutch.
End drive unit XB
The end drive unit is available in two versions, with or
without slip-clutch.
XB without slip clutch XB with slip clutch
66 End drive units
End drive units Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK, XB (continued)
Speeds
* Not for light load versions HNLP/HNRP
Motor specifications
Standard motor 3-phase, 400 V, 50 Hz.
The motors can be ordered for 440460 V, 60 Hz (not
recommended for XB 60 m/min version).
Other motor alternatives are available.
1 Calculate the actual load and compare with the
capacity of the drive unit.
2 The chain speed is denoted by the digit (for example
5) in the designation code. Other chain speeds are
available on request.
End drive units overview
XS XL XM XH XK XB
Number of teeth on
drive wheel 16 16 12 12 11 12
Chain pitch (mm) 25,4 25,4 33,5 35,5 38,1 33,5
Pitch diameter (mm) 130,2 130,2 129,0 137,2 135,2 129,5
Max. traction force
Type H, H_P (N)
Standard (N)
Type HN_P (N)
500 500
350
1250
350
1250 2500
1250
1250
Standard speed (m/min)
3 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60
XS
XL
XM
XH
XK
XK H
XB
Chain width 44 mm 63 mm 83 mm 103 mm 102 mm 175 mm/295 mm
End drive units XSEB * HL/HR
Page 67
XLEB * HL/HR
Page 68
XMEB * HL/HR
Page 69
XHEB * HL/HR
Page 70
XKEB * L/R
Page 71
XKEB ** HL/HR
Page 71
End drive units,
direct drive
XSEB * HLP/HRP
Page 67
XLEB * HLP/HRP
Page 68
XLEB *
HNLP/HNRP
Page 68
XMEB * HLP/HRP
Page 69
XMEB *
HNLP/HNRP
Page 69
XHEB * HLP/HRP
Page 70
XKEB * LP/RP
Page 71
XBEB * A175 LP/RP
Page 72
XBEB * A175 LPB/RPB
Page 72
XBEB * A295 LP/RP
Page 73
XBEB * A295 LPB/RPB
Page 73
End drive units 67
End drive units XS
End drive units XS, direct drive
End drive unit HL XS
End drive unit, suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XSEB 5 HL
Effective track length: 0,80 m
660715
270280
80
72
248 54
180
293
42
End drive unit HR XS
Transmission on right-hand side XSEB 5 HR
80
72
660715
248
270280
54
180
42
293
End drive unit HLP XS
End drive unit, direct drive
Motor on left-hand side XSEB 5 HLP
248 80
195
299
300
345465
72
42
End drive unit HRP XS
Motor on right-hand side XSEB 5 HRP
80 248
195
299
345465
300
72
42
68 End drive units
End drive units XL
End drive units XL, direct drive
End drive unit HL XL
Transmission on left-hand side XLEB 5 HL
660715
270280
80
72
248 65
145
42
293
End drive unit HR XL
Transmission on right-hand side XLEB 5 HR
80
72
660715
248
270280
65
145
42
293
End drive unit HLP XL
Motor on left-hand side XLEB 5 HLP
248 80
195
299
315
345465
42
72
End drive unit HRP XL
Motor on right-hand side XLEB 5 HRP
80 248
195
299
345465
315
42
72
End drive unit HNLP for light loads XL
Motor on left-hand side XLEB 5 HNLP
For light loads (max. 350 N).
M8
42
320 80
160
255
65
135
35 130 83
End drive unit HNRP for light loads XL
Motor on right-hand side XLEB 5 HNRP
M8
42
320 80
160
255
65
135
35 130 83
End drive units 69
End drive units XM
End drive units XM, direct drive
End drive unit HL XM
Transmission on left-hand side XMEB 5 HL
665715
270280
80
77
242 85
165
39
293
End drive unit HR XM
Transmission on right-hand side XMEB 5 HR
80
77
665-715
242
270280
85
165
39
293
End drive unit HLP XM
Motor on left-hand side XMEB 5 HLP
End drive unit HNLP for light loads XM
Motor on left-hand side XMEB 5 HNLP
242 80
345465
39
190
301
335
70
M8
39
315 80
160
255
85
135
35 130 83
End drive unit HRP XM
Motor on right-hand side XMEB 5 HRP
End drive unit HNRP for light loads XM
Motor on right-hand side XMEB 5 HNRP
80 242
39
190
301
335
345465
70
M8
39
315 80
160
255
85
135
35 130 83
70 End drive units
End drive units XH
End drive units XH, direct drive
End drive unit HL XH
Transmission on left-hand side XHEB 5 HL
670-720
270280
80
77
248 105
185
43
297
End drive unit HR XH
Transmission on right-hand side XHEB 5 HR
80
77
670-720
105
185
270280
248
43
297
End drive unit HLP XH
Motor on left-hand side XHEB 5 HLP
248 80
301
195
355
345465
70
43
End drive unit HRP XH
Motor on right-hand side XHEB 5 HRP
80 248
195
301
355
345465
70
43
End drive units 71
End drive units XK
End drive units XK, direct drive
End drive unit L XK
Transmission on left-hand side XKEB 5 L
End drive unit R XK
Transmission on right-hand side XKEB 5 R
725775
270280
80
80
270 105
210
376
34
80
80
725775
270
270280
105
210
34
376
End drive unit HL XK
Transmission on left-hand side XKEB 5 HL
End drive unit HR XK
Transmission on right-hand side XKEB 5 HR
795845
270280
80
80
270 105
210
376
34
80
80
795845
270
270280
105
210
34
376
End drive unit LP XK
Motor on left-hand side XKEB 5 LP
270 80
34
376
195
355
375500
80
End drive unit RP XK
Motor on right-hand side XKEB 5 RP
80 270
34
195
376
355
375500
80
72 End drive units
End drive units XB, 175 mm chain, no slip clutch
End drive units XB, 175 mm chain, slip clutch
End drive unit LP 175, no slip clutch XB
Motor on left-hand side XBEB 5A175 LP
242 74
134160
264
276335
39
182
152161
77
80
End drive unit RP 175, no slip clutch XB
Motor on right-hand side XBEB 5A175 RP
80 242 74
134160
264
276335
39
182
152161
77
End drive unit LPB 175 XB
Motor on left-hand side XBEB 5A175 LPB
77
316 80
264
151
276335
134160
39
29
241250
120
182 85
110
End drive unit RPB 175 XB
Motor on right-hand side XBEB 5A175 RPB
77
316 80
264
151
276335
134160
241250
44
120
182 85
39
29
110
End drive units 73
End drive units XB, 295 mm chain, no slip clutch
End drive units XB, 295 mm chain, slip clutch
End drive unit LP 295, no slip clutch XB
Motor on left-hand side XBEB 5A295 LP
242 74
134160
264
276335
39
300
152161
77
80
End drive unit RP 295, no slip clutch XB
Motor on right-hand side XBEB 5A295 RP
80 242 74
134160
264
276335
39
77
300
152161
End drive unit LPB 295 XB
Motor on left-hand side XBEB 5A295 LPB
77
316 80
264
151
276335
134160
39
29
241250
120
300
85
110
End drive unit RPB 295 XB
Motor on right-hand side XBEB 5A295 RPB
241250
120
300
85
110
77
316 80
264
151
276335
134160
44
39
29
74 Double drive units
Double drive units
Introduction
The double drive unit is designed to be positioned at one
end of the conveyor. The worm gear motor drives the
conveyor chain via a chain transmission system with an
adjustable slip clutch. (Clutch adjustment: see Appendix
B, page 374). Two drive units are connected together
with one common shaft, and the two drive units are also
connected by a robust motor plate to ensure that they are
parallel. The drive unit is available with suspended motor
and transmission on left or right side.
For effective protection against personal injury, the
ning. The rotating shaft is also protected by a metal tube.
Speeds
The motors can be ordered for 440460 V,60 Hz.
The load must be divided as equally as possible
between the two lanes.
3 Always specify c/c distance A.
Example
XSEB 5 HLD55
If A=90350 mm, order XSEB 5 HLD (for example) and
specify the A value separately.
Double drive units overview
XS XL XM XH XK
Number of teeth on
drive wheel 16 16 12 12 11
Chain pitch (mm) 25,4 25,4 33,5 35,5 38,1
Pitch diameter
(mm) 130,2 130,2 129,0 137,2 135,2
Max. traction force
(N) 500 500 1250 1250 1250
c/c distance
between the two
lanes (mm)
55 or
90350
66 or
110350
86 or
130350
106 or
150350
106 or
150350
5 10 15 20 30 40 50 60
XS
XL
XM
XH
XK
Chain width 44 mm 63 mm 83 mm 103 mm 102 mm
Double drive units XSEB * HLD/HRD
Page 75
XLEB * HLD/HRD
Page 75
XMEB * HLD/HRD
Page 76
XHEB * HLD/HRD
Page 76
XKEB * LD/RD
Page 77
Double drive units 75
Double drive units XS
Double drive units XL
Double drive unit HLD XS
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side
A = 55 mm XSEB 5 HLD55
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 90350 mm (See ordering
information) XSEB 5 HLD
660715
278288
80
72
248 54
180
A
42
293
Double drive unit HRD XS
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side
A = 55 mm XSEB 5 HRD55
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XSEB 5 HRD
80
72
660715
248
278288
54
180
A
293
42
Double drive unit HLD XL
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 66 mm XLEB 5 HLD66
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XLEB 5 HLD
660715
278288
80
72
248 65
145
A
293
42
Double drive unit HRD XL
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 66 mm XLEB 5 HRD66
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XLEB 5 HRD
80
660715
278288
65
145
A
72
248
293
42
76 Double drive units
Double drive units XM
Double drive units XH
Double drive unit HLD XM
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 86 mm XMEB 5 HLD86
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XMEB 5 HLD
665715
278288
80
77
242 85
165
A
293
39
Double drive unit HRD XM
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 86 mm XMEB 5 HRD86
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XMEB 5 HRD
80
77
665715
278288
85
165
A
242
293
39
Double drive unit HLD XH
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 106 mm XHEB 5 HLD106
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 150350 mm (See order-
ing information) XHEB 5 HLD
670720
278288
80
77
248 105
185
A
297
43
Double drive unit HRD XH
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 106 mm XHEB 5 HRD106
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XHEB 5 HRD
80
77
670720
248
278288
105
185
A
43
297
Double drive units 77
Double drive units XK

Double drive unit LD XK
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 106 mm XKEB 5 LD106
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XKEB 5 LD
725775
278288
80
80
270 105
210
A
376
34
Double drive unit RD XK
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
A = 106 mm XKEB 5 RD106
Double drive unit
Suspended motor
information) XKEB 5 RD
80
80
105
210
A
725775
278288
270
376
34
78 Intermediate drive units
Type XL, XM, XH
Introduction
Intermediate drive units are similar to the standard types
except that they can be inserted anywhere along the con-
veyor. This can be an advantage if space is limited at the
ends.
The worm gear motor drives the conveyor chain via a
chain transmission system with an adjustable slip clutch.
(Clutch adjustment: see Appendix B, page 374). The
chain is driven on its return journey; it is, therefore, nec-
essary to use two idler end units with a system containing
an intermediate drive unit. For minimum friction, the drive
unit should be placed as near to the front idler end unit as
possible.
In an intermediate drive unit only a limited part of the
sprocket circumference is engaged to drive the chain.
Therefore, the traction force limit is lower for intermediate
drive units than for end drive units. See Conveyor engi-
neering guidelines, page 22.
ning.
Two configurations of the intermediate drive unit are
available.
The following standard speeds are available: 5, 10,
15, 20, 25 m/min.
The motors can be ordered for 440460 V, 60 Hz.
Intermediate drive units overview
XL XM XH
Number of teeth on drive wheel 11 9 9
Chain pitch (mm) 25,4 33,5 35,5
Pitch diameter (mm) 90,2 97,9 103,8
Maximum traction force (N) 200 200 200
Product XL XM XH
Chain width 63 mm 83 mm 103 mm
Intermediate drive unit XLER * HL/HR
Page 79
XMER * HL/HR
Page 79
XHER * HL/HR
Page 79
Intermediate drive units 79
Intermediate drive units XL
Intermediate drive units XM
Intermediate drive units XH
Intermediate drive unit HL XL
Intermediate drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XLER 5 HL
745780
270280
80
128
252 65
145
40
293
Intermediate drive unit HR XL
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XLER 5 HR
80 65
145 745780
270280
128
252
40
293
Intermediate drive unit HL XM
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XMER 5 HL
139
720790
326
270280
80 85
165
53
307
Intermediate drive unit HR XM
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XMER 5 HR
80
139
720790
326
270280
85
165
53
307
Intermediate drive unit HL XH
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XHER 5 HL
139
720790
326
270280
80 105
185
307
53
Intermediate drive unit HR XH
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XHER 5 HR
139
720790
326
270280
80 105
185
53
307
80 Catenary drive units
Type XL, XM, XH, XK
Introduction
Catenary drive units are used in conveyors where chain
return on the bottom of the conveyor beam is not suitable
or required. A gear reducer and motor drives the con-
veyor chain by means of a roller chain transmission with
an adjustable slip clutch. (Clutch adjustment: see Appen-
dix B, page 374).
Two drive configurations are available: suspended
motor, transmission on left or right side. The motor can
be horizontal as shown, or vertical.
The transmission chain tension is controlled by a
chain stretching device with an adjustment screw. To
ensure access to the adjustment screw, the first 300 mm
of the conveyor beam must not be used for fitting of sup-
ports, etc.
ning.
The catenary drive unit can be connected in parallel
with additional drive units so that a common motor can
drive several conveyors synchronously. This requires a
longer drive shaft and a modified bearing arrangement
(available on request).
Note for XK: The end drive unit is available in two sizes,
XKEC and XKEC H. The type H drive unit has a bigger
gear and transmission chain to offer a higher traction
force. This type also has a motor equipped with a brake.
Speeds
Note
Catenary drive units cannot be used with cleated chains.
Catenary drive units overview
XL XM XH XK
Number of teeth on drive wheel 16 12 12 11
Chain pitch (mm) 25,4 33,5 35,5 38,1
Pitch diameter (mm) 130,2 129,0 137,2 135,2
Maximum traction force (N)
Type H
Standard
500 1250 1250 2500
1250
3 5 10 15 20 25 30
XL
XM
XH
XK
XK H
Product XL XM XH XK
Chain width 63 mm 83 mm 103 mm 102 mm
Catenary drive unit XLEC * HL/HR
Page 81
XMEC * HL/HR
Page 81
XHEC * HL/HR
Page 81
XKEC * L/R
Page 82
XKEC * HL/HR
Page 82
Catenary drive units 81
Catenary drive units XL
Catenary drive units XM
Catenary drive units XH
Catenary drive unit HL XL
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XLEC 5 HL
475
145
270280
10251065
80 80 670
65
115
42 248
Catenary drive unit HR XL
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XLEC 5 HR
80 80 670
475
145
65
270280
10251065
115
42 248
Catenary drive unit HL XM
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XMEC 5 HL
563
270280
10251065
670 80 80
165
85
242
118
39
Catenary drive unit HR XM
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XMEC 5 HR
563
270280
10251065
80 80 670 165
85
39
118
242
Catenary drive unit HL XH
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XHEC 5 HL
568
270-280
10251060
685 185 80 80
105
43 248
118
Catenary drive unit HR XH
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XHEC 5 HR
10251060
685 80 80
105
185
568
270-280
43 248
118
82 Catenary drive units
Catenary drive units XK
Catenary drive unit L XK
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XKEC 5 L
Catenary drive unit R XK
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XKEC 5 R
898
270280
11401200
731 210 80 80
105
34
270
118
731 80 80
105
210
898
270280
11401200
34
270
118
Catenary drive unit HL XK
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on left-hand side XKEC 5 HL
Catenary drive unit HR XK
Catenary drive unit
Suspended motor
Transmission on right-hand side XKEC 5 HR
731 210 80 80
105
898
270280
12101260
34
270
118
731 80 80
105
210
898
270280
12101260
34
270
118
Horizontal bend drive units 83
Introduction
The horizontal bend drive unit is especially suitable for
endless conveyors without a return chain. In this type of
drive unit, the drive wheel is a horizontal gear wheel
which engages the chain on the side. The inner edge of
the drive wheel is enclosed by a plastic protective cover.
A worm geared motor powers the drive wheel via a chain
transmission with an adjustable slip clutch.
Note that the maximum traction force is lower for hor-
izontal bend drive units than for end drive units. See
Conveyor engineering guidelines.
For effective protection against personal injury, the
ning. Where higher traction force is required, catenary
drive units are recommended. (Not available for XS.)
The following standard speeds are available: 5, 10,
15, 20, 30 m/min.
When calculating the required amount of slide rail, note
that the slide rail need only be installed on the outer
bend.
Horizontal bend drive units overview
XS XL XM XH XK
Pitch diameter (mm) 300 300 320 340 400
Maximum traction force (N) 200 200 200 200 200
Horizontal bend drive unit XSEW 180/* H
Page 84
XLEW 180/* H
Page 84
XMEW 180/* H
Page 84
XHEW 180/* H
Page 84
XKEW 180/*
Page 84
84 Horizontal bend drive units
Horizontal bend drive unit XS
Horizontal bend drive unit XL
Horizontal bend drive unit XM
Horizontal bend drive unit XH
Horizontal bend drive unit XK
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XS
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XSEW 180/5 H
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XL
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XLEW 180/5 H
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XM
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XMEW 180/5 H
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XH
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XHEW 180/5 H
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XK
Horizontal bend drive unit, 180 XKEW 180/5
140
125
340
230
340
80
80
107
80
329
186 177
111
400
Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors 85
Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors
Type XL, XM
Introduction
Vertical wedge conveyors are built using flexible cleat
chain XLTE 5 D (XL) or XMTE 5 B/C/D (XM). Two con-
veyor tracks facing each other provide fast and gentle
vertical transport. Conveyors of this type should be
restricted to a maximum length of 7 m since there is no
chain takeup in the drive unit.
Optional width adjustment actuators (XCLA 660 A or
XCLA 950 A) permit adjustment of the wedge width.
Refer to page 89 for more information.
Two types of drive unit are available, direct drive (two
motors) or synchronous drive (one motor).
Direct drive unit
A special version of the direct drive end drive unit is
designed especially for vertical wedge conveyors. A com-
plete drive setup consists of two direct drive units with
guided chain design (no chain slack). The drive unit
assembly can be placed at either end of the conveyor, to
ensure that the chain is pulled, not pushed, by the drive
unit.
Synchronous drive unit
In a synchronous drive unit a single motor drives the two
chains of a wedge conveyor. A complete drive unit con-
sists of two basic drive units with guided chain (no chain
slack), two enclosed cardan shafts, two gear reducers, a
motor, two timing belts and reducer pulleys, one motor
pulley, a transmission cover, and a mounting plate.
The drive unit assembly can be placed at either end of
the conveyor, overhead or suspended, to ensure that the
chain is pulled, not pushed, by the drive unit.
Note
If 5vertical bends are used at the drive end side of the
conveyor, the maximum product width is reduced by
approximately 60 mm, when using width adjustment
actuators.
86 Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors
Type XL, XM (continued)
Direct drive unit
See End drive units, page 66.
Synchronous drive unit
The following standard speeds are available:
5, 10, 15, 18, 22, 27, 35, 45, 55 m/min.
Since there is no chain slack in the drive unit, it is not pos-
sible to install the chain in the usual FlexLink manner.
Instead, a special beam section for chain installation
XLCC 160 (XL), XMCC 160 (XM) must be used. This
160 mm beam section is open on one side, so that the
chain can be installed. After installation of the chain, the
removable chain guides are returned and secured by
means of screws.
High-quality UHMW-PE slide rail XLCR 25 U is rec-
ommended for the wedge conveyor.
The chain speed is denoted by the digit (for example 5) in
the designation code. Example: XLEB 5 HLGP is a drive
unit which runs at 5 m per minute.
For direct drive, you must order one type HLGP and
one type HRGP drive unit.
Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors overview
XL XM
Number of teeth on drive wheel 16 12
Chain pitch (mm) 25,4 33,5
Pitch diameter (mm) 130,2 129,0
Product XL XM
Chain width 63 mm 83 mm
End drive units for wedge conveyors XLEB * HLGP/HRGP
Page 87
XMEB * HLGP/HRGP
Page 88
Synchronous drive units for wedge
conveyors
XLED * H
Page 87
XMED * H
Page 88
Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors 87
Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors XL
Direct drive unit for wedge conveyor XL
Drive unit for wedge conveyor
Direct drive without chain slack
Motor on left-hand side XLEB 5 HLGP
Direct drive unit for wedge conveyor XL
Motor on right-hand side XLEB 5 HRGP
150
195
315
375465
320 80
65
80
65
320
195
150
375465
315
Synchronous drive unit for wedge
conveyor XL
conveyor XLED 5 H
Including two basic units, two cardan shafts, two gear
reducers, motor, two timing belts and reducer pulleys,
motor pulley, transmission cover, mounting plate
Beam section for chain installation XL
Beam section for chain installation XLCC 160
65
max. 282
max.
100
486
530
140
495
320 80
max. max.
215 215
80 160 80
88 Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors
Drive units for vertical wedge conveyors XM
Direct drive unit for wedge conveyor XM
Motor on left-hand side XMEB 5 HLGP
Direct drive unit for wedge conveyor XM
Motor on right-hand side XMEB 5 HRGP
150
195
335
375465
315 80
150
195
335
375465
315 80
conveyor XM
conveyor XMED 5 H
Including two basic units, two cardan shafts, two gear
reducers, motor, two timing belts and reducer pulleys,
motor pulley, transmission cover, mounting plate
Beam section for chain installation XM
Beam section for chain installation XMCC 160
85
max. 278
max.
100
486
530
140
495
315 80
max. max.
215 215
80 160 80
Components for track width adjustment 89
Components for track width adjustment
Type XL, XM
Introduction
A number of standard building blocks are available for
easy construction of wedge chain conveyors with adjust-
able track width. These components are suitable for XL
as well as XM vertical wedge conveyors.
Width adjustment actuator
The width adjustment actuator consists of two slide units,
driven by two screws (one with left-handed threads and
one with right-handed threads) connected in line. When
the screw combination is rotated by means of a shaft and
an angle gear, the two slide units move towards each
other, or away from each other, depending on rotation
direction. The slide units slide along two parallel guides
that are attached to a beam.
The slide units have T-slots for fastening conveyor
support components. A minimum of two actuators are
required for the horizontal sections of the wedge con-
veyor: one for the upper and one for the lower section.
The vertical section will normally require a minimum of
two actuators. The distance between two actuators must
never exceed 1 m.
The actuator is self-braking which means that no spe-
cial locking of the track width is required. The beam
belonging to the actuator can be used as part of the con-
veyor support structure.
Shaft profile
To synchronize adjustment of the track width along the
conveyor, a special shaft profile XLFX 3/6 is available to
connect the angle gear units. The profile can be delivered
in 3 m and 6 m lengths.
Angle gear
A separate angle gear XCFW90 (same type as angle
gear on actuator) is required to change from horizontal to
vertical shaft. A hand wheel for 10 mm shafts can be
added to facilitate adjustment by hand.
Adjustment range
XCLA 660 A.......................... 135 mm
XCLA 950 A.......................... 205 mm
Gear ratio, worm gear .............. 2+2 mm linear motion
for one shaft revolution
Gear ratio, angle gear .............. 1:1
All XLFX shafts need to be secured axially by means of
XLAP 28 spring pins. Shafts that are mounted horizon-
tally require two spring pins per shaft. When the shaft is
mounted vertically, only one spring pin is required.
90 Components for track width adjustment
Components for track width adjustment XL, XM
Width adjustment actuator 660 mm
Width adjustment actuator XCLA 660 A
Including beam and angle gear unit
Width adjustment actuator 950 mm
Width adjustment actuator XCLA 950 A
Including beam and angle gear unit
Angle gear unit
Angle gear unit XCFW 90
278 278
120
660
94
113 32
44
5
88
146 146
10
47 270405
384 384 172
164
950
88
32
157
125
10
5
88
216 216
340545
Shaft
Shaft
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XLFX 3
XLFX 6
Spring pin
Spring pin XLAP 28
Handwheel for 10 mm shaft
Handwheel for 10 mm shaft XLAW 16010
Idler units 91
Idler units
Idler units
Two different idler units are
available: a 180idler end
unit and a 90idler bend
unit. An idler unit contains a
free wheel which incorpo-
rates ball bearings. The pur-
pose of the idler unit is to
change the direction of the
chain with a minimum
amount of friction.
In an idler unit the chain
is guided by flanges to pre-
vent it from disengaging
underneath. The 90idler
bend unit cannot be used
with a return chain except in
XL.
Note for XL: The 90idler
bend unit can be used with
or without a return chain.
The return chain slides on
flanges on the concave side
of the idler bend unit.
Protective cover for idler end unit (not XS)
The idler end unit can be
equipped with a plastic
protective cover to prevent
personal injury during
operation. The protective
cover consists of two sym-
metrical halves snapped
together. (Note for XB:
The protective cover consists of a plastic cover held in
place by two symmetrical aluminium halves.) It is deliv-
ered with six screws, which replace the screws for the
steering guides on the idler end unit.
Integration can be made with the drip tray system (not
available for XB) for added protection. If so, a section of
the cover can be cut off at the marker on the inside of the
cover and connected to an end pan. See Drip pans.
The cover should preferably be mounted before the
chain is installed, to avoid that the nuts in the steering
guides fall into the installed chain.
Idler units
Protective cover
Mounting screws are included.
Idler units overview
Idler end unit XS
180idler end unit XB
90idler bend unit
180idler end unit
Chain width 44 mm 63 mm 83 mm 103 mm 102 mm 175 mm/295 mm
Idler end unit XSEJ 200
Page 91
XLEJ 320
Page 92
XMEJ 315
Page 92
XHEJ 325
Page 93
XKEJ 350
Page 93
XBEJ A175
Page 94
XBEJ A295
Page 94
Idler bend unit XLEK 90R40
Page 92
XMEK 90R50
Page 92
XHEK 90R50
Page 93
XKEK 90R70
Page 93
Idler end unit XS
Idler end unit XSEJ 200
45 80 200
100
92 Idler units
Idler units XL Idler units XM
Idler end unit XL
Idler end unit XLEJ 320
Protective cover for idler end unit XL
Protective cover for idler end unit XLSJ 182
Idler bend unit, 90 XL
Idler bend unit, 90 XLEK 90R40
Effective track length: 0,40 m 1-way (0,70 m 2-way)
320 80
148
65
60
39,5
182
65 80 206
206
Idler end unit XM
Idler end unit XMEJ 315
Protective cover for idler end unit XM
Protective cover for idler end unit XMSJ 189
Idler bend unit, 90 XM
Idler bend unit, 90 XMEK 90R50
Effective track length: 0,60 m.
Note. Cannot be used with a return chain
315 80
152
85
60
39,5
189
93 80 300
300
Idler units 93
Idler units XH Idler units XK
Idler end unit XH
Idler end unit XHEJ 325
Protective cover for idler end unit XH
Protective cover for idler end unit XHSJ 195
Idler bend unit, 90 XH
Idler bend unit, 90 XHEK 90R50
Effective track length: 0,65 m.
Note. Cannot be used with return chain.
325 80
160
105
63,5
35,3
195
113 80 315
315
Idler end unit XK
Idler end unit XKEJ 350
Protective cover for idler end unit XK
Protective cover for idler end unit XKSJ 202
Idler bend unit, 90 XK
Idler bend unit, 90 XKEK 90R70
Note. Cannot be used with return chain
350 80
160
105
65
43,8
202
350
350
80 105
94 Idler units
Idlers XB for 175 mm chain
Idlers XB for 295 mm chain
Idler end unit XB
Idler end unit XBEJ A175
316 80
152
182
Protective cover for idler end unit XB
Protective cover for idler end unit XBSJ 197A175
Idler end unit XB
Idler end unit XBEJ A295
316 80
152
300
Horizontal wheel bends 95
Horizontal wheel bends
Introduction
Horizontal wheel bends are used to provide a horizontal
change of direction in the conveyor with a minimum
amount of friction. The wheel bend is designed to guide
the chain in the return track as well as the top track. Each
wheel is supported by two sealed deep groove ball bear-
ings (for XK: a sealed, double-row, angular-contact ball
bearing) for long life and a minimum amount of friction.
The wheel bend is available in standard versions from
30to 210, and in customer specified versions from 5to
180.
The length of some products prohibits the use of, for
example, one 90wheel bend. In such cases the change
of direction can be distributed between two 45or three
30wheel bends. The illustrations show the space
requirements when several wheel bends are combined.
Combination of two 90bends
Combination of two 45bends
Combination of three 30bends
When calculating the required amount of slide rail, note
that slide rail need only be installed on the outer bend.
The angle "E" must be specified for customer specified
versions of the wheel bend.
XS XL XM XH XK
A mm 320 320 320 320 374
B mm 620 620 640 660 774
160
80
A
B
XS XL XM XH XK
C mm 80 80 80 80 107
D mm 320 320 320 320 374
E mm 536 536 546 556 651
XS XL XM XH XK
F mm 80 80 80 80 107
G mm 320 320 320 320 374
H mm 747 747 757 767 898
D
160
80
C
E
G
160
H
F
80
96 Horizontal wheel bends
Horizontal wheel bends Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK (continued)
Horizontal wheel bends overview
Horizontal wheel bends XS
Horizontal wheel bends XL
Horizontal wheel bends XSBH *R150
*30/45/90/180
Page 96
XLBH *R150
*30/45/90/180/210/E
Page 96
XMBH *R160
*30/45/90/180/210/E
Page 97
XHBH *R170
*30/45/90/180/210/E
Page 98
XKBH *R200
*30/45/90/180
Page 99
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XS
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XSBH 30R150
275
80
80
150
80
275
80
150
80
300
80
275
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XL
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XLBH 30R150
275
80
150
80
275
80
150
80
Horizontal wheel bends XL (continued)
Horizontal wheel bends XM
275
80
150
80
275
80
300
80
Horizontal wheel bend, 5180 XLBH ER150
The outer bend is cut in the middle to the desired angle
and assembled using connecting strips. The angle E
must be specified when ordering.
275
80
150
80
210
275
80
150
80
E
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XM
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XMBH 30R160
275
80
160
80
275
80
160
80
Horizontal wheel bends XM (continued)
Horizontal wheel bends XH
275
80
160
80
275
80
320
80
Horizontal wheel bend, 5180 XMBH ER160
275
80
160
80
210
275
80
160
80
E
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XH
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XHBH 30R170
275
170
80
80
275
170
80
80
Horizontal wheel bends XH (continued)
Horizontal wheel bends XK
275
80
170
80
275
80
340
80
Horizontal wheel bend, 5180 XHBH ER170
275
80
170
80
210
275
80
170
80
E
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XK
Horizontal wheel bend, 30 XKBH 30R200
347
107
80
200
347
107
80
200
Horizontal wheel bends XK (continued)
80
107
200
347
400
107
347
80
Horizontal plain bends 101
Horizontal plain bends
Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK (XB see next page)
Introduction
Horizontal plain bends are used in cases where wheel
bends are not suitable. Examples:
Where space is restricted
For long products, requiring large-radius turns
When large-radius bends are desired for other rea-
sons
For twin-track bends
Horizontal plain bends have 200 mm straight sections at
each end. The straight sections can be cut down to min-
imum 80 mm if required.
Support rail
In order to lower the friction between chain and slide rail,
a support rail (not for XS and XK) could be fitted to the
inside of the inner beam profile of a plain bend. See pic-
ture. Normally, the support rail is only needed on the
upper part of the beam. Each support rail is fastened with
a sheet metal screw. See page 108.
Important
Use plain bends only when wheel bends cannot be
used
Always use the largest radius possible
Note for XL and XM: Bends for wedge conveyors
should be ordered in pairs in order to minimize the
deviation in radius and angle. Specify in the order, for
example as follows (do not translate the word
WEDGE):
XLBP 90R1000 WEDGE
XMBP 90R1000 WEDGE
Note for XK: Always install
an additional slide rail at
the inner edge inside the
plain bend. See Appendix
A, page 372.
Plain bends increase the ten-
sion in the chain and cause
higher stress on the slide rail. To ensure a reliable con-
veyor design with plain bends, always consult your Flex-
Link Systems representative for technical data and
design assistance.
The standard range of plain bends has a manufacturing
tolerance of 2 % in radius and 2in angle.
Plain bends
Other angles or radii can be delivered on special
order.
Support rail (not for XS and XK)
Support rail (see page 108) or plain bends can only
be ordered in lengths of 2,4 m.
Horizontal plain bends overview (XB see next page)
Additional slide rail
Horizontal plain bends XSBP *R**
*30/45/60/90
**500/700/1000
Page 103
XLBP *R**
*30/45/60/90
**500/700/1000
Page 104
XMBP *R**
*30/45/60/90
**500/700/1000
Page 105
XHBP *R**
*30/45/60/90
**500/700/1000
Page 106
XKBP *R**
*30/45/60/90
**500/700/1000
Page 107
102 Horizontal plain bends
Type XB
Introduction
Horizontal plain bends are used to provide a horizontal
change of direction of the conveyor. A bend consists of a
middle section with separate half-section beams
attached on the sides to obtain the desired width. The
outer half-beams are attached by means of snap-fit clips
(182 mm version) or spacers (300 mm version).
Horizontal plain bends have 200 mm straight sections
at each end. The straight sections can be cut down by the
user to minimum 80 mm if required.
Extra slide rail in bends
Plain bends increase the tension in the chain and cause
higher stress on the slide rail. For this purpose, a special
beam profile is used in the bends, with provisions for an
extra slide rail inside the beam structure. See figure. The
slide rail mounting tool has one end adapted for installa-
tion of this slide rail. Note that this slide rail must be
anchored using plastic screws.
To ensure a reliable conveyor design with plain bends,
always consult your FlexLink representative for technical
data and design assistance.
182 mm version
300 mm version
Installation of slide rail in plain bends
See Appendix A, page 373.
The standard range of plain bends has a manufacturing
tolerance of 2 % in radius and 2in angle.
The bends are delivered in assembled sections.
Horizontal plain bends XB overview
XBMR 170
XBMR 170
Product XB XB
Chain width 175 mm 295 mm
Horizontal plain bends XBBP * A175 R**
*30/45/60/90
**5/7/10
(=500/700/1000 mm)
Page 109
XBBP * A295 R**
*30/45/60/90
**7/10
(=700/1000 mm)
Page 109
Horizontal plain bends XS
Horizontal plain bend, 30 XS
Horizontal plain bend, 30
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XSBP 30R500
XSBP 30R700
XSBP 30R1000
Effective track lengths:
R500: 0,70 m 1-way (1,35 m 2-way)
R700: 0,80 m 1-way (1,55 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XSBP 45R500
XSBP 45R700
XSBP 45R1000
R500: 0,80 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R700: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
30
R
80
200
45
200
R
80
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XSBP 60R500
XSBP 60R700
XSBP 60R1000
R500: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R700: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,45 m 1-way (2,90 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XSBP 90R500
XSBP 90R700
XSBP 90R1000
R500: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
R700: 1,50 m 1-way (3,00 m 2-way)
R1000: 2,00 m 1-way (3,95 m 2-way)
R
80
200
60
R
80
90
200
Horizontal plain bends XL
Horizontal plain bend, 30 XL
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XLBP 30R500
XLBP 30R700
XLBP 30R1000
R500: 0,70 m 1-way (1,35 m 2-way)
R700: 0,80 m 1-way (1,55 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
Horizontal plain bends, 45 XL
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XLBP 45R500
XLBP 45R700
XLBP 45R1000
R500: 0,80 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R700: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
30
R
80
200
45
200
R
80
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XLBP 60R500
XLBP 60R700
XLBP 60R1000
R500: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R700: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,45 m 1-way (2,90 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XLBP 90R500
XLBP 90R700
XLBP 90R1000
R500: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
R700: 1,50 m 1-way (3,00 m 2-way)
R1000: 2,00 m 1-way (3,95 m 2-way)
R
80
200
60
R
80
90
200
Horizontal plain bends XM
Horizontal plain bend, 30 XM
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XMBP 30R500
XMBP 30R700
XMBP 30R1000
R500: 0,70 m 1-way (1,35 m 2-way)
R700: 0,80 m 1-way (1,55 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XMBP 45R500
XMBP 45R700
XMBP 45R1000
R500: 0,80 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R700: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
30
R
80
200
45
200
R
80
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XMBP 60R500
XMBP 60R700
XMBP 60R1000
R500: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R700: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,45 m 1-way (2,90 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XMBP 90R500
XMBP 90R700
XMBP 90R1000
R500: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
R700: 1,50 m 1-way (3,00 m 2-way)
R1000: 2,00 m 1-way (3,95 m 2-way)
R
80
200
60
R
80
90
200
Horizontal plain bends XH
Horizontal plain bend, 30 XH
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XHBP 30R500
XHBP 30R700
XHBP 30R1000
R500: 0,70 m 1-way (1,35 m 2-way)
R700: 0,80 m 1-way (1,55 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XHBP 45R500
XHBP 45R700
XHBP 45R1000
R500: 0,80 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R700: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
30
R
80
200
45
200
R
80
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XHBP 60R500
XHBP 60R700
XHBP 60R1000
R500: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R700: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,45 m 1-way (2,90 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XHBP 90R500
XHBP 90R700
XHBP 90R1000
R500: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
R700: 1,50 m 1-way (3,00 m 2-way)
R1000: 2,00 m 1-way (3,95 m 2-way)
R
80
200
60
R
80
90
200
Horizontal plain bends XK
Horizontal plain bend, 30 XK
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XKBP 30R500
XKBP 30R700
XKBP 30R1000
R500: 0,70 m 1-way (1,35 m 2-way)
R700: 0,80 m 1-way (1,55 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XKBP 45R500
XKBP 45R700
XKBP 45R1000
R500: 0,80 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R700: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
30
R
80
200
45
200
R
80
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XKBP 60R500
XKBP 60R700
XKBP 60R1000
R500: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R700: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,45 m 1-way (2,90 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XKBP 90R500
XKBP 90R700
XKBP 90R1000
R500: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
R700: 1,50 m 1-way (3,00 m 2-way)
R1000: 2,00 m 1-way (3,95 m 2-way)
R
80
200
60
R
80
90
200
Support rail for plain bends XL, XM, XH
Support rail for plain bend XL
Support rail for plain bends, XL
Length 2,4 m
Polyamide 5048390
Fix with sheet metal screw BSS ST4,39,5 or similar
Support rail for plain bends XM, XH
Support rail for plain bends, XMXH
Length 2,4 m
Polyamide 5048598
Fix with sheet metal screw BSS ST 4,39,5 or similar
11,3
16
10,5
Horizontal plain bends XB, 175 mm chain
Horizontal plain bend, 30 XB
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XBBP 30A175R5
XBBP 30A175R7
XBBP 30A175R10
R500: 0,70 m 1-way (1,35 m 2-way)
R700: 0,80 m 1-way (1,55 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R=500 mm
R=700 mm
R=1000 mm
XBBP 45A175R5
XBBP 45A175R7
XBBP 45A175R10
R500: 0,80 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R700: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
30
80
90
200
R
45
80
200
R
90
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XBBP 60A175R5
XBBP 60A175R7
XBBP 60A175R10
R500: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R700: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,45 m 1-way (2,90 m 2-way)
R=500
R=700
R=1000
XBBP 90A175R5
XBBP 90A175R7
XBBP 90A175R10
R500: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
R700: 1,50 m 1-way (3,00 m 2-way)
R1000: 2,00 m 1-way (3,95 m 2-way)
60
80
200 R
90
90
80
200
R
90
Horizontal plain bends XB, 295 mm chain
R=700
R=1000
XBBP 30A295R7
XBBP 30A295R10
R700: 0,80 m 1-way (1,55 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,85 m 2-way)
R=700
R=1000
XBBP 45A295R7
XBBP 45A295R10
R700: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,20 m 1-way (2,40 m 2-way)
30
80
90
200
R
45
80
200
R
90
R=700
R=1000
XBBP 60A295R7
XBBP 60A295R10
R700: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,45 m 1-way (2,90 m 2-way)
R=700
R=1000
XBBP 90A295R7
XBBP 90A295R10
R700: 1,50 m 1-way (3,00 m 2-way)
R1000: 2,00 m 1-way (3,95 m 2-way)
60
80
200 R
90
90
80
200
R
90
Vertical bends 111
Vertical bends
Introduction
Vertical bends can be used either as convex or concave
bends. They are available in fixed angles from 5up to
90change of direction (XB: 5and 15), and in customer
specified angles from 5up to 90.
For conveyors with an incline exceeding 5, cleated
chain is recommended (not available for XB). Otherwise,
the product might slip back on the chain. Friction top
chain is an alternative solution which can be used in
inclines up to 30.
For information on the types of chain and cleat avail-
able, see Conveyor chains.
Important
Vertical bends increase the tension in the chain and
cause higher stress on the slide rail. Avoid using more
than four 90vertical bends in one conveyor.
To ensure a reliable conveyor design with vertical bends,
always consult your FlexLink Systems representative for
technical data and design assistance.
Vertical bends XB
XB vertical bends are available for 5and 15change of
direction. They consist of four separate outer section
beam pieces. The conveyor bend is created by using the
outer section beam pieces to connect two straight con-
veyor sections. The bend pieces need not be intercon-
nected.
XB: Each bend is delivered unassembled. Note that
the same XB bends fit both chain width versions.
For customer specified versions, the angle "E" must
be specified.
Vertical bends overview
Chain width 44 mm 63 mm 83 mm 103 mm 102 mm 175 mm
Vertical bends XSBV *R300
*5/30/45/60/90/E
Page 112
XLBV *R300
*5/7/15/30/45/50/60/90/E
XLBV *R1000
*7/30/45/90
XLBV *R1225
*30/45
Page 113
XMBV *R400
*5/7/15/30/45/60/90/E
XMBV *R1000
*45/90
Page 114
XHBV *R400
*5/7/15/30/45/60/90/E
XHBV *R1000
*45/90
Page 116
XKBV *R750
*5/15/30/45/60/90/E
Page 117
XBBV *AR750
*5/15
Page 118
112 Vertical bends
Vertical bends XS
Vertical bend, 5 XS
Vertical bend, 5 XSBV 5R300
Vertical bend, 30 XS
8
80
80
5
R300
186
R
80
30
80
A
B
349
144
R300
80
45
80
Vertical bend 90 XS
Vertical bend, 590 XSBV ER300
The bend is cut in the middle to the desired angle and
assembled using connecting strips. The angle E must
be specified when ordering.
219
80
60
80
380
R300
380
R300
80
90
80
R300
80
E
80
Vertical bends 113
Vertical bends XL
Vertical bend, 5 XL
Vertical bend, 5 XLBV 5R300
Vertical bend, 7 XL
Vertical bend, 7
R= 300, A=196, B=12
R=1000, A=281, B=17
XLBV 7R300
XLBV 7R1000
Effective track length:
R300: 0,20 m 1-way (0,40 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,30 m 1-way (0,60 m 2-way)
Vertical bend, 15 XL
8
80
80
5
R300
186
R
80
80
7
A
B
80
80
15
31
R300
235
Vertical bend, 30
R= 300, A=299, B= 80
R=1000, A=649, B=174
R=1225, A=762, B=204
XLBV 30R300
XLBV 30R1000
XLBV 30R1225
R300: 0,35 m 1-way (0,65 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,70 m 1-way (1,40 m 2-way)
R1225: 0,85 m 1-way (1,65 m 2-way)
Vertical bend, 45
R= 300, A= 349, B=144
R=1000, A= 844, B=349
R=1225, A=1003, B=415
XLBV 45R300
XLBV 45R1000
XLBV 45R1225
R300: 0,45 m 1-way (0,80 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
R1225: 1,15 m 1-way (2,30 m 2-way)
R
80
30
80
A
B
A
B
R
80
45
80
897
419
R1000
80
50
80
114 Vertical bends
Vertical bends XL (continued)
Vertical bends XM
Vertical bend, 90
R= 300, A= 380
R=1000, A=1080
XLBV 90R300
XLBV 90R1000
R300: 0,70 m 1-way (1,30 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,75 m 1-way (3,50 m 2-way)
219
80
60
80
380
R300
A
80
90
80
R
Vertical bend, 590
R=300
R=1000
XLBV ER300
XLBV ER1000
R
80
E
80
Vertical bend, 5 XM
Vertical bend, 5 XMBV 5R400
9
195
R400
80
5
80
Vertical bend, 7 XM
13
208
80
7
80
R400
Vertical bends 115
Vertical bends XM (continued)
Vertical bend, 15 XM
Vertical bend, 45
R= 400, A=419, B=417
R=1000, A=844, B=349
XMBV 45R400
XMBV 45R1000
R400: 0,50 m 1-way (0,95 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
80
80
15
34
R400
261
349
94
R400
30
80
80
A
B
R
80
45
80
Vertical bend, 90
R= 400, A= 480
R=1000, A=1080
XMBV 90R400
XMBV 90R1000
R400: 0,85 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,75 m 1-way (3,50 m 2-way)
Vertical bend, 590
R=400
R=1000
XMBV ER400
XMBV ER1000
466
269
80
R400
60
A
80
90
80
R
R
80
E
80
116 Vertical bends
Vertical bends XH
Vertical bend, 5 XH
Vertical bend, 5 XHBV 5R400
Vertical bend, 7 XH
Vertical bend, 15 XH
9
195
R400
80
5
80
13
208
80
7
80
R400
80
80
15
34
R400
261
Vertical bend, 45
R= 400, A=419, B=174
R=1000, A=844, B=349
XHBV 45R400
XHBV 45R1000
R400: 0,50 m 1-way (0,95 m 2-way)
R1000: 0,95 m 1-way (1,90 m 2-way)
349
94
R400
30
80
80
A
B
R
80
45
80
466
269
80
R400
60
Vertical bends 117
Vertical bends XH (continued)
Vertical bends XK
Vertical bend, 90
R= 400, A= 480
R=1000, A=1080
XHBV 90R400
XHBV 90R1000
R400: 0,85 m 1-way (1,60 m 2-way)
R1000: 1,75 m 1-way (3,50 m 2-way)
A
80
90
80
R
Vertical bend, 590
R=400
R=1000
XHBV ER400
XHBV ER1000
R
80
E
80
Vertical bend, 5 XK
Vertical bend, 5 XKBV 5R750
Vertical bend, 15 XK
R 750
10
225
80
80
15
46
R750
351
524
140
R750
R750
667
276
118 Vertical bends
Vertical bends XK (continued)
Vertical bends XB (for 175 mm and 295 mm chain)
769
R750
444
R750
830
830
80
80
90
Vertical bend, 590 XKBV ER750
R750
80
E
80
Vertical bend, 5 XB
Vertical bend, 5 XBBV 5AR750
Four outer section beam pieces, unassembled.
10
225
R750
80
5
80
Vertical bend, 15 XB
Vertical bend, 15 XBBV 15AR750
Four outer section beam pieces, unassembled
80
80
15
46
R750
351
Angle plates 119
Angle plates
Type XL, XM, XH, XK
Introduction
The wider guide rail brackets can be combined with angle
plates to fill the gap between the actual conveyor chain
and the guide rails. This will prevent objects from falling
off the conveyor.
Angle plates for bends other than 90and 180can be
made by simply cutting away the centre portion of a 90
or 180angle plate.
Angle plates are secured to the beam by the guide rail
brackets. (Note for XK. Use angle plate brackets.) Brack-
ets should be placed across all joints between angle
plates to ensure smooth and durable joints. See cata-
logue section Guide rail components for additional infor-
mation.
Note for XL. The plastic spacer XLRD 6 P can also be
used to secure angle plates.
Guide rail brackets suitable for use with angle plate:
see table below.
Width of track with angle plates: see illustration.
1 Determine the length of straight angle plate required.
Angle plate stock can be delivered in 3 m and 6 m
lengths.
2 Determine the required number and type of angle
plates for horizontal bends. Angle plates are only
used on the outer bend.
Angle plates overview
Guide rail bracket XL XM XH XK
XLRB 3530
XLRB 4830
XLRB 4942
XLRB 5342
XLRB 6542
XLRB 9042
XLRB 6554
XL XM XH XK
Track width W (mm) 115 165 185 185
W
Product XL XM XH XK
Chain width 63 mm 83 mm 103 mm 102 mm
Angle plates XLRP *
Page 120
XHRP *
Page 120
XHRP *
Page 121
XHRP *
Page 121
Angle plates for bends XLRM *
Page 120
XMRM *
Page 120
XHRM *
Page 121
XKRM *
Page 121
120 Angle plates
Angle plates XL
Angle plates XM
Angle plate, straight XL
Angle plate
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XLRP 3
XLRP 6
Angle plate for 90bend XL
Angle plate for 90bend
Inner radius 182,5 mm XLRM 90
Used with XLBH 90R150
25
18
25
A-A
A A
90
Angle plate for 180bend XL
Inner radius 182,5 mm XLRM 180
Used with XLBH 180R150 and XLEW 180/5 H
25
A-A A A
180
80
Angle plate, straight XM
Angle plate
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHRP 3
XHRP 6
Angle plate for 90bend XM
Inner radius 202,5 mm XMRM 90
Used with XMBH 90R160
40
18
40
A-A A A
90
80
Angle plate for 180bend XM
Inner radius 202,5 mm XMRM 180
Used with XMBH 180R160 and XMEW 180/5 H
40
A-A A A
180
80
Angle plates 121
Angle plates XH
Angle plates XK
Angle plate, straight XH
Angle plate
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHRP 3
XHRP 6
Angle plate for 90bend XH
Inner radius 222,5 mm XHRM 90
Used with XHBH 90R170
40
18
40
A-A A A
90
80
Angle plate for 180bend XH
Inner radius 222,5 mm XHRM 180
Used with XHBH 180R170 and XHEW 180/5 H
40
A-A A A
180
80
Angle plate, straight XK
Angle plate
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHRP 3
XHRP 6
Angle plate for 90bend XK
Inner radius 252,5 mm XKRM 90
Used with XKBH 90R200
40
18
40
A-A A A
90
110
Angle plate for 180bend XK
Inner radius 252,5 mm XKRM 180
Used with XKBH 180R200 and XKEW 180/5
Angle plate bracket XK
Angle plate bracket 3927082
40
A-A A A
180
112
6
51
30
9
122 Front piece
Front piece
Introduction
To prevent products from falling off a vertical or an
inclined part of a conveyor, a front piece is suspended at
a distance from the conveyor. The distance is adjustable
to suit different product heights.
On the vertical bends the front piece can be supple-
mented with upper and lower bend sections as exten-
sions of the front piece.
The linkage kit contains the components necessary to
suspend the front piece in place at the desired distance
from the conveyor track.
Note for XS, XL. If XLVS 33/58 bend supports are used,
the maximum product height is 40 mm. For product
heights up to 70 mm, use XHVS 43/93 (see Front piece
XM or Front piece XH).
Sliding strip
A plastic sliding strip must be inserted in the front piece,
including the bends, to prevent direct contact between
the products and the front piece surface. The strip needs
to be anchored, using blind rivets. See Appendix D,
page 376.
For safe entry of the products, bend the protruding
end of the sliding strip slightly (use heat!). See the illus-
tration below.
The upper and lower bends come with connecting strips
and screws. If, however, two straight front pieces are to
be joined, it is necessary to order extra connecting strips
XLCJ 5140.
XS, XL
XM
XH
XK
50
Front piece or
upper/lower bend
Conveyor
Travel
Entry side
Sliding strip X_VG 2
XS XL XM XH, XK
Guide rail (mm) 10/15 10/15 10/15 10/15
Maximum track width for
33 mm linkage kit 90/80 110/100
58 mm linkage kit 140/130 160/150
43 mm linkage kit 150/140 170/160
93 mm linkage kit 250/240 270/260
Front piece 123
Front piece Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK (continued)
Determine the following:
1 The length of front piece required. Front piece stock
can be delivered in 3 m and 6 m lengths.
2 The number of upper and lower bends to be ordered.
3 Whether any connecting strips should be ordered for
joints between straight front pieces.
4 The length of sliding strip required. The sliding strip
should be about 50 mm longer than the correspond-
ing aluminium parts, to permit an entry bend.
5 The type of linkage kit and bend support to be
ordered. Two widths are available.
6 The number of kits to be ordered. One linkage kit is
normally sufficient for each vertical transport section.
Maximum 2 m between linkage points.
7 The number of bend supports to be ordered, usually
one bend support for each bend.
Front piece overview
Front piece XS
Front piece XSVF *
Page 123
XLVF *
Page 124
XMVF *
Page 125
XHVF *
Page 126
XKVF *
Page 127
Front piece XS
Front piece
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XSVF 3
XSVF 6
Front piece sliding strip XS
Length 2 m XSVG 2
Rivets and tools for anchoring to front piece: see
page 62. Instructions: see page 376.
45
11 27
3
Front piece upper bend XS
Upper bend, 60 XSVA 60R352
Includes connecting strip with screws
Front piece lower bend XS
Lower bend, 60 XSVB 60R245
60
R352
80
80
60
R245
124 Front piece
Front piece XS (continued)
Front piece XL
Front piece linkage kit XS
Linkage kit for front piece
W=110, D=33
W=160, D=58
XLVK 33
XLVK 58
Kit includes two support pairs and one locking device.
0-70
W
D
45
Front piece bend support XS
Bend support
D=33 mm
D=58 mm
XLVS 33
XLVS 58
D
95
30
9
Front piece XL
Front piece
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XLVF 3
XLVF 6
Front piece sliding strip XL
Length 2 m XLVG 2
65
27
11
3
Front piece upper bend XL
Upper bend, 60 XLVA 60R352
Front piece lower bend XL
Lower bend, 60 XLVB 60R245
60
R352
80
80
60
R245
Front piece 125
Front piece XL (continued)
Front piece XM
Front piece linkage kit XL
W=130, D=33
W=180, D=58
XLVK 33
XLVK 58
Kit consists of two support pairs and one locking device.
D
070
W
Front piece bend support XL
Bend support
D=33 mm
D=58 mm
XLVS 33
XLVS 58
D
95
30
9
Front piece XM
Front piece
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XMVF 3
XMVF 6
Front piece sliding strip XM
Length 2 m XMVG 2
11
85
27
3
Front piece upper bend XM
Upper bend, 60 XMVA 60R460
Front piece lower bend XM
Lower bend, 60 XMVB 60R335
R460
80
80
R335
126 Front piece
Front piece XM (continued)
Front piece XH
Front piece linkage kit XM
W=170, D=43
W=270, D=93
XHVK 43
XHVK 93
Kit consists of two support pairs.
D
160
1585
80 W
Front piece bend support XM
Bend support
D=43 mm
D=93 mm
XHVS 43
XHVS 93
D 30
150
9
Front piece XH
Front piece
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHVF 3
XHVF 6
Front piece sliding strip XH
Length 2 m XHVG 2
11
105
27
3
Front piece upper bend XH
Upper bend, 60 XHVA 60R460
Front piece lower bend XH
Lower bend, 60 XHVB 60R335
R460
80
80
R335
Front piece 127
Front piece XH (continued)
Front piece XK
Front piece linkage kit XH
W=190, D=43
W=290, D=93
XHVK 43
XHVK 93
Kit consists of two support pairs.
D
160
1585
80 W
Front piece bend support XH
Bend support
D=43 mm
D=93 mm
XHVS 43
XHVS 93
D 30
150
9
Front piece XK
Front piece
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XKVF 3
XKVF 6
Length 2 m XKVG 2
Front piece upper bend XK
Upper bend, 60 XKVA 60R830
4,5
11
31
105
1,5
80
R 830
Front piece lower bend XK
Lower bend, 60 XKVB 60R670
R 670
80
128 Front piece
Front piece XK (continued)
Front piece linkage kit XK
W=190, D=43
W=290, D=93
XKVK 43
XKVK 93
Kit consists of two support pairs and one locking device.
Front piece bend support XK
Bend support
D=43 mm
D=93 mm
XKVS 43
XKVS 93
30
220
9
D
Drip trays and drip catchers 129
Drip trays and drip catchers
Introduction
Drip trays serve two purposes:
Prevent access to the underside of the conveyor, to
eliminate the risk of personal injury, especially in con-
junction with cleated chains.
Protect the floor and components against drips when
oily or wet parts are conveyed.
The drip trays are attached to the conveyor beam by
means of drip tray brackets. In addition, Type A and B
beam support brackets (see Conveyor support compo-
nents) with screw slots can be used to attach the drip
trays directly. The screw slots in the brackets permit
adjustment of the drip tray height below the conveyor
beam. This means that the drip tray can be inclined, to
enable the waste fluid to flow to a drain outlet.
Safety guard
For use as a safety guard, the drip tray must be adjusted
vertically to minimize access to the return chain. See the
figure below.
Important
When the drip tray is used as a safety guard, the maxi-
mum cleat height for cleated chain is 30 mm (XS, XL) and
40 mm (XM, XH, XK), respectively.
Drip tray connector
The drip tray connector has integrated drip catchers. It is
intended for use in conjunction with drip catchers (not
XS), to collect fluids underneath drip catcher joints.
Drip catchers (not XS)
Drip catchers are used when wet or oily parts are con-
veyed and there is a risk that waste will fall outside the
drip tray. The drip catcher will guide the waste fluid into
the drip tray. The drip catcher is attached to the conveyor
beam by means of a drip catcher bracket assembly. See
the figure below.
Drip catchers come in two widths: 53 mm and 83 mm.
The 53 mm drip catcher matches the drip pans with inte-
grated drip catchers (designations ending with W). See
Drip pans.
Accessories
Drip trays are connected by means of connecting strips.
If drainage is desired, ABS plastic drip tray connectors*
can be used.
End pans* or end caps in ABS plastic should be used
to cover the sharp edges of the drip tray ends. The end
cap is designed to fit as a connection between a drip tray
and the lower end of a vertical drip pan.
*This type has a threaded drip outlet (R 1/2") for connec-
tion to a disposal system.
130 Drip trays and drip catchers
Drip trays and drip catchers Type XS, XL, XM, XH, XK (continued)
Determine the following:
1 The length of drip tray required. Drip tray stock can be
delivered in 3 m and 6 m lengths.
2 The number of connecting strips or drip tray connec-
tors required.
3 The number of end pans and end caps required.
4 The number of drip tray brackets required. Recom-
mended distance between brackets is 1 m to 2 m.
5 Note that Type A and B beam support brackets (alu-
minium) are capable of supporting the drip tray, thus
replacing drip tray brackets.
6 The number of T-bolts and nuts required. Two bolts
and two nuts should be ordered for each drip tray
bracket.
See Drip pans for information on drip protection and
safety guards in bends. Detailed assembly instructions
are available on request.
If drip catchers are to be used (not XS), determine:
1 The length of the side mounted drip catcher. Normally
the length is twice the drip tray length.
2 The number of drip catcher bracket assemblies
required. Normally the recommended distance
between brackets is about 0,5 m.
Drip trays and drip catchers overview
Drip trays XS
Drip trays XSDT *87 B
Page 130
XLDT *107 B
Page 131
XMDT *127 B
Page 132
XHDT *147 B
Page 134
XKDT *147
Page 135
Drip catchers XHDS *53
Page 132
XHDS *83
Page 132
XHDS *53
Page 132
XHDS *83
Page 132
XHDS *53
Page 132
XHDS *83
Page 132
XHDS *53
Page 132
XHDS *83
Page 132
Drip tray XS
Drip tray
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XSDT 387 B
XSDT 687 B
Drip tray connector XS
Drip tray connector
With drip outlet XSDJ 87 B
Including screw kit
87
21
R1/2"
87
180
90
Drip tray bracket XS
Drip tray bracket XLDB 21100
Connecting strip XS
Connecting strip with set screws XLCJ 5140
21,5 30
8,5
9
100 35
62
Drip trays XS (continued)
Drip trays XL
End pan for drip tray XS
End pan for drip tray
With drip outlet XSDE 87 B
Including screw kit
87
21
R1/2"
93
End cap for drip tray XS
End cap for drip tray XSDC 87 B
Including screw kit
74
55 87
Drip tray XL
Drip tray
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XLDT 3107 B
XLDT 6107 B
Drip tray bracket XL
107
21,5 30
8,5
9
100 35
62
Drip tray connector XL
Drip tray connector
With drip outlet XLDJ 107 B
Including screw kit
Drip tray connector with drip catcher XL
Drip tray connector with integrated
drip catcher
With drip outlet XLDJ 107 BW
Including screw kit
180
R1/2"
21
107 91
184
180
21
R1/2"
112
Drip trays XL (continued)
Drip trays XM
Connecting strip XL
End pan for drip tray XL
With drip outlet XLDE 107 B
Including screw kit
End cap for drip tray XL
End cap for drip tray XLDC 107 B
Including screw kit
107 90
21
R1/2"
74
107 71
Drip catcher 53 mm XL
Drip catcher 53 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 353
XHDS 653
Drip catcher 83 mm XL
Drip catcher 83 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 383
XHDS 683
Drip catcher bracket assembly XL
Drip catcher bracket assembly XHDR 23
Including T-bolts and nuts
22,5
17
48
28
50
Drip tray XM
Drip tray
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XMDT 3127 B
XMDT 6127 B
127
Drip tray bracket XM
21,5 30
8,5
9
100 35
62
Drip trays XM (continued)
Drip tray connector XM
Drip tray connector
With drip outlet XMDJ 127 B
Including screw kit
Drip tray connector with drip catcher XM
drip catcher
With drip outlet XMDJ 127 BW
Including screw kit
Connecting strip XM
End pan for drip tray XM
With drip outlet XMDE 127 B
Including screw kit
274
180
21
R1/2"
134
End cap for drip tray XM
End cap for drip tray XMDC 127 B
Including screw kit
Drip catcher 53 mm XM
Drip catcher 53 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 353
XHDS 653
Drip catcher 83 mm XM
Drip catcher 83 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 383
XHDS 683
Drip catcher bracket assembly XM
74
127 98
22,5
17
48
28
50
Drip trays XH
Drip tray XH
Drip tray
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDT 3147 B
XHDT 6147 B
Drip tray bracket XH
Drip tray connector XH
Drip tray connector
With drip outlet XHDJ 147 B
Including screw kit
Drip tray connector with drip catcher XH
drip catcher
With drip outlet XHDJ 147 BW
Including screw kit
147
21,5 30
8,5
9
100 35
62
294
180
21
R1/2"
134
Connecting strip XH
End pan for drip tray XH
With drip outlet XHDE 147 B
Including screw kit
End cap for drip tray XH
End cap for drip tray XHDC 147 B
Including screw kit
147 112
21
R1/2"
72
117 147
Drip trays XH (continued)
Drip trays XK
Drip catcher 53 mm XH
Drip catcher 53 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 353
XHDS 653
Drip catcher 83 mm XH
Drip catcher 83 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 383
XHDS 683
Drip catcher bracket assembly XH
22,5
17
48
28
50
Drip tray XK
Drip tray
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XKDT 3147
XKDT 6147
Drip tray bracket XK
147
21,5 30
8,5
9
100 35
62
Drip tray connector XK
Drip tray connector
With drip outlet XKDJ 147 A
Including screw kit
Drip tray connector with drip catcher XK
drip catcher
With drip outlet XKDJ 147 AW
Including screw kit
190
21
121
147
190
21
134
296
Drip trays XK (continued)
Connecting strip XK
End pan for drip tray XK
With drip outlet XKDE 147 A
Including screw kit
End cap for drip tray XK
End cap for drip tray XKDC 147 A
Including screw kit
147 117
70
Drip catcher 53 mm XK
Drip catcher 53 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 353
XHDS 653
Drip catcher 83 mm XK
Drip catcher 83 mm
Length 3 m
Length 6 m
XHDS 383
XHDS 683
Drip catcher bracket assembly XK
Drip catcher bracket assembly
Height 23 mm XHDR 23
22,5
17
48
28
50
Drip pans 137
Drip pans
Introduction
Drip pans in ABS plastic replace drip trays in bends. Sev-
eral types are available.
Drip pans for horizontal wheel bends*.
Drip pans for vertical bends. Types for upper and
lower bends are available. These types have open
ends, which can remain open or be connected to the
end cap of a drip tray.
Drip pan for 90upper vertical bends*.
Drip pan for the idler end unit is also available*.
Note
Drip pans with integrated drip catchers are also available
(does not include XS). Types ending with W have inte-
grated drip catchers.
*This type has a threaded drip outlet (R 1/2") for connec-
tion to a disposal system. See figure.
Attachment
The drip pans are attached to the drip trays by means of
bolts and square nuts (included).
Detailed assembly instructions are available on re-
quest.
Safety guard
When used as safety guards, the drip pans must be ad-
justed vertically to minimize access to the return chain.
Important
When drip pans are used as safety guards (minimum dis-
tance to the conveyor), the maximum cleat height for
cleated chain is 30 mm (XS, XL) and 40 mm (XM, XH,
XK), respectively.
Drip pans overview
25 4
R 1/2
X_DD
X_DC
X_DV
X_DT
X_DC
X_DV
X_DT
X_DC
X_DT
Drip pans for horizontal
wheel bends
XSDH *87 B
Page 138
XLDH *107 B
Page 139
XLDH *107 BW
Page 140
XMDH *127 B
Page 142
XMDH *127 BW
Page 143
XHDH *147 B
Page 145
XHDH *147 BW
Page 146
XKDH *147 A
Page 148
XKDH *147 AW
Page 149
Drip pans for vertical bends XSDV *87 BU
XSDV *87 BL
XSDV 9087 B
Page 138
XLDV *107 BU
XLDV *107 BL
XLDV 90107 B
Page 140
XLDV *107 BUW
XLDV *107 BLW
XLDV 90107 BW
Page 141
XMDV *127 BU
XMDV *127 BL
XMDV 90127 B
Page 142
XMDV *127 BUW
XMDV *127 BLW
XMDV 90127 BW
Page 144
XHDV *147 BU
XHDV *147 BL
XHDV 90147 B
Page 145
XHDV *147 BUW
XHDV *147 BLW
XHDV 90147 BW
Page 147
XKDV *147 U
XKDV *147 L
XKDV 90147 A
Page 148
XKDV *147 UW
XKDV *147 LW
XKDV 90147 AW
Page 150
138 Drip pans
Drip pans XS
Drip pan for horizontal wheel bend 30 XS
Drip pan for horizontal wheel bend
30 XSDH 3087 B
Including screw kit
45 XSDH 4587 B
Including screw kit
90 XSDH 9087 B
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
150
210
100
87
21
R1/2"
150
210
100
87
21
R1/2"
150
210
87
100
180 XSDH 18087 B
Including screw kit
Drip pan, upper, for vertical bend XS
Drip pan, upper, for vertical bend
=30
=45
=60
=90
XSDV 3087 BU
XSDV 4587 BU
XSDV 6087 BU
XSDV 9087 BU
Including screw kit
Drip pan, lower, for vertical bend XS
Drip pan, lower, for vertical bend
=30
=45
=60
=90
XSDV 3087 BL
XSDV 4587 BL
XSDV 6087 BL
XSDV 9087 BL
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
87
87
100
300
210
80
230
87
87
80
330
Drip pans 139
Drip pans XS (continued)
Drip pans XL
Drip pan, upper, for 90vertical bend XS
Drip pan, upper, for 90vertical
bend
With drip outlet XSDV 9087 B
Including screw kit
21 82
230
87
End pan for idler end unit XS
End pan for idler end unit
With drip outlet XSDD 87 B
Including screw kit
290
107
21
R1/2"
87
Drip pan for horizontal wheel bend 30 XL
30 XLDH 30107 B
Including screw kit
45 XLDH 45107 B
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
150
220
103
107
21
R1/2"
150
220
103
107
90 XLDH 90107 B
Including screw kit
180 XLDH 180107 B
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
150
220
107
103
21
R1/2"
107
107
103
300
220
140 Drip pans
Drip pans XL (continued)
Drip pan, upper, for vertical bend XL
=30
=45
=60
=90
XLDV 30107 BU
XLDV 45107 BU
XLDV 60107 BU
XLDV 90107 BU
Including screw kit
Drip pan, lower, for vertical bend XL
=30
=45
=60
=90
XLDV 30107 BL
XLDV 45107 BL
XLDV 60107 BL
XLDV 90107 BL
Including screw kit
Drip pan, upper, for 90vertical bend XL
bend
With drip outlet XLDV 90107 B
Including screw kit
107 80
227
107
80
330
107
21 80
230
End pan for idler end unit XL
With drip outlet XLDD 107 B
Including screw kit
Drip pan 30with drip catcher XL
Drip pan for horizontal wheel
bend 30
With integrated drip catcher XLDH 30107 BW
Including screw kit
bend 45
Including screw kit
392
155
21
R1/2"
107
150
220
21
125
R1/2"
107
150
220
21
R1/2"
125
107
Drip pans 141
Drip pans XL (continued)
bend 90
Including screw kit
bend 180
Including screw kit
Drip pan, upper, with drip catcher, for
vertical bend XL
Drip pan, upper, for vertical
bend
With integrated drip catcher
=30
=45
=60
=90
XLDV 30107 BUW
XLDV 45107 BUW
XLDV 60107 BUW
XLDV 90107 BUW
Including screw kit
150
220
21
R1/2"
125
107
21
R1/2"
125
107
107
300
220
80
227
184
107
Drip pan, lower, with drip catcher, for
vertical bend XL
Drip pan, lower, for vertical
bend
=30
=45
=60
=90
XLDV 30107 BLW
XLDV 45107 BLW
XLDV 60107 BLW
XLDV 90107 BLW
Including screw kit
Drip pan, upper, with drip catcher, for 90
vertical bend XL
bend
and drip outlet XLDV 90107 BW
Including screw kit
End pan with drip catcher, for idler end
unit XL
With integrated drip catcher and
drip outlet XLDD 107 BW
Including screw kit
80
310
184
107
80 21
230
107
184
184
392
176
21
R1/2"
142 Drip pans
Drip pans XM
Drip pan for horizontal wheel bend 30 XM
30 XMDH 30127 B
Including screw kit
45 XMDH 45127 B
Including screw kit
90 XMDH 90127 B
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
160
220
119
127
21
R1/2"
160
220
119
127
21
R1/2"
160
220
127
119
bend 180 XMDH 180127 B
Including screw kit
Drip pan, upper, for vertical bend XM
=30
=45
=60
=90
XMDV 30127 BU
XMDV 45127 BU
XMDV 60127 BU
XMDV 90127 BU
Including screw kit
Drip pan, lower, for vertical bend XM
=30
=45
=60
=90
XMDV 30127 BL
XMDV 45127 BL
XMDV 60127 BL
XMDV 90127 BL
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
127
127
119
320
220
80
310
127
127 80
430
Drip pans 143
Drip pans XM (continued)
Drip pan, upper, for 90vertical bend XM
bend
With drip outlet XMDV 90127 B
Including screw kit
End pan for idler end unit XM
With drip outlet XMDD 127 B
Including screw kit
Drip pan 30with drip catcher XM
bend 30
With integrated drip catcher XMDH 30127 BW
Including screw kit
127
21
310
80
392
163
21
R1/2"
127
160
220
21
R1/2"
127
145
bend 45
Including screw kit
bend 90
Including screw kit
bend 180
Including screw kit
160
220
21
R1/2"
127
145
160
220
21
R1/2"
127
145
21
R1/2"
127
145 220
127
320
127
144 Drip pans
Drip pans XM (continued)
vertical bend XM
bend
=30
=45
=60
=90
XMDV 30127 BUW
XMDV 45127 BUW
XMDV 60127 BUW
XMDV 90127 BUW
Including screw kit
vertical bend XM
bend
=30
=45
=60
=90
XMDV 30127 BLW
XMDV 45127 BLW
XMDV 60127 BLW
XMDV 90127 BLW
Including screw kit
80
310
274
127
vertical bend XM
bend
and drip outlet XMDV 90127 BW
Including screw kit
unit XM
drip outlet XMDD 127 BW
Including screw kit
80
21
310
127
274
392
274 188
21
R1/2"
Drip pans 145
Drip pans XH
Drip pan for horizontal wheel bend 30 XH
30 XHDH 30147 B
Including screw kit
45 XHDH 45147 B
Including screw kit
90 XHDH 90147 B
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
170
225
120
147
21
R1/2"
170
225
120
147
21
R1/2"
170
225
147
120
bend 180 XHDH 180147 B
Including screw kit
Drip pan, upper, for vertical bend XH
=30
=45
=60
=90
XHDV 30147 BU
XHDV 45147 BU
XHDV 60147 BU
XHDV 90147 BU
Including screw kit
Drip pan, lower, for vertical bend XH
=30
=45
=60
=90
XHDV 30147 BL
XHDV 45147 BL
XHDV 60147 BL
XHDV 90147 BL
Including screw kit
21
R1/2"
147
147
120
340
225
80
147
310
147
430
80
146 Drip pans
Drip pans XH (continued)
Drip pan, upper, for 90vertical bend XH
bend
With drip outlet XHDV 90147 B
Including screw kit
End pan for idler end unit XH
With drip outlet XHDD 147 B
Including screw kit
Drip pan 30with drip catcher XH
bend 30
With integrated drip catcher XHDH 30147 BW
Including screw kit
147
21
80
310
174
21
R1/2"
434
147
170
225
21
R1/2"
147
146
bend 45
Including screw kit
bend 90
Including screw kit
bend 180
Including screw kit
170
225
21
R1/2"
147
146
170
225
21
R1/2"
147
146
21
R1/2"
147
146 225
147
340
147
Drip pans 147
Drip pans XH (continued)
vertical bend XH
bend
=30
=45
=60
=90
XHDV 30147 BUW
XHDV 45147 BUW
XHDV 60147 BUW
XHDV 90147 BUW
Including screw kit
vertical bend XH
bend
=30
=45
=60
=90
XHDV 30147 BLW
XHDV 45147 BLW
XHDV 60147 BLW
XHDV 90147 BLW
Including screw kit
80
310
294
147
vertical bend XH
Drip pan, upper, for 90 verti-
cal bend
and drip outlet XHDV 90147 BW
Including screw kit
unit XH
drip outlet XHDD 147 BW
Including screw kit
80
21
310
147
294
294
434
201
21
R1/2"
148 Drip pans
Drip pans XK
Drip pan for horizontal wheel bend 30 XK
30 XKDH 30147 A
Including screw kit
45 XKDH 45147 A
Including screw kit
90 XKDH 90147 A
Including screw kit
R1/2"
200
147
21
260
133
R1/2"
21
260
133
200
147
R1/2"
147
200
260
133
21
180 XKDH 180147 A
Including screw kit
Drip pan, upper, for vertical bend XK
=30
=45
=60
=90
XKDV 30147 U
XKDV 45147 U
XKDV 60147 U
XKDV 90147 U
Including screw kit
Drip pan, lower, for vertical bend XK
=30
=45
=60
=90
XKDV 30147 L
XKDV 45147 L
XKDV 60147 L
XKDV 90147 L
Including screw kit
R1/2"
400
133
260
21
Drip pans 149
Drip pans XK (continued)
Drip pan, upper, for 90vertical bend XK
bend
With drip outlet XKDV 90147 A
Including screw kit
End pan for idler end unit XK
With drip outlet XKDD 147 A
Including screw kit
Drip pan 30with drip catcher XK
bend 30
With integrated drip catcher XKDH 30147 AW
Including screw kit
645
21
73
147
147 168
474 21
147
200
296
R1/2"
163
21
260
bend 45
Including screw kit
bend 90
Including screw kit
bend 180
Including screw kit
147
200
260
163
296
21
R1/2"
147
200
260
163
296
21
R1/2"
147
400
260
R1/2"
296
163
21
150 Drip pans
Drip pans XK (continued)
vertical bend XK
=30
=45
=60
=90
XKDV 30147 UW
XKDV 45147 UW
XKDV 60147 UW
XKDV 90147 UW
Including screw kit
vertical bend XK
=30
=45
=60
=90
XKDV 30147 LW
XKDV 45147 LW
XKDV 60147 LW
XKDV 90147 LW
Including screw kit
vertical bend XK
bend
and drip outlet XKDV 90147 AW
Including screw kit
unit XK
and drip outlet XKDD 147 AW
Including screw kit
73
147
296
21
645
296
474
198
21
R1/2"

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45, 1-way chain

90, 1-way chain

180, 1-way chain

Horizontal plain bends XS-XL-XM-XH-XK-XB

15, 1-way chain

50, 1-way chain

60, 1-way chain

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Guides for drive units

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