slat chain conveyor

slat chain conveyor is a heavy-duty conveyor where metal or plastic slats are mounted on chains. It’s built for abuse—heat, oil, sharp edges, heavy loads. If you’re trying to use a belt conveyor for rough industrial parts, you’re setting yourself up for failure. This is what you should be using instead. What it actually does Moves heavy, hot, oily, or sharp-edged products Provides a flat, rigid moving surface Works in harsh environments where belts die quickly Main components (this is where quality matters) Slats – MS, SS, or plastic (UHMW/PP) Chains – duplex or simplex roller chains Sprockets – drive + idler Frame – MS or SS fabricated structure Motor & gearbox – usually slow speed, high torque Cheap chain = stretch → misalignment → breakdown. Don’t cut corners here. Types (pick based on product, not price) 1. Straight Running Slat Conveyor Simple horizontal transport Best for assembly lines 👉 Good for: automotive parts, appliances 2. Inclined Slat Conveyor With cleats or side guides Moves product upward 👉 Good for: bins, scrap, bulk parts 3. Curved Slat Conveyor Uses special chains Handles direction changes 👉 Don’t attempt cheap design here—it will fail fast. Typical specs (realistic numbers) Speed: 5–20 m/min (slow but powerful) Load capacity: 100 kg to several tons Motor: 1 HP to 5 HP+ Chain pitch: 50–150 mm If someone promises high speed like a belt—ignore them. This is not for speed, it’s for strength.