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News Release from: Tsubakimoto UK | Subject: Poly-Steel Chain
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 30 May 2007
Lightweight chain comes in standard
sizes
Tsubaki PC Chain is a lightweight alternative to all-stainless chains for applications with a high level of moisture present
Tsubaki has introduced a new range of Poly-Steel Chain (PC) in BS Standard sizes PC Chain is a lightweight alternative to all-stainless chains for applications with a high level of moisture present, wash down conditions, and some corrosive atmospheres
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 3 Nov 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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Available in drive, conveyor and attachment variations, the new PC series chains can provide high levels of resistance to water, acids, alkalis and food ingredients.
A single-piece Super Engineering (SE) plastic inner link design promotes easier cleaning and allows lube-free operation, extending chain life in poor lubrication situations.
Featuring tough Super Engineering (SE) plastic inner links, Tsubaki's latest PC Chain is lighter than all-stainless designs and can reduce purchase costs.
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Chain with 30 times the life
Tsubaki's WP chain can provide 30 times the life of standard and nickel plated chains in wet conditions.
Clever drive chain design keeps the noise down
Tsubaki's SN Low Noise Drive Chain reduces the noise occurring when the chain roller and the teeth of the sprocket mesh together, as the normal cylindrical roller is replaced by a coil spring roller
The engineering plastic links are specially formulated to provide lube-free operation, producing a longer lasting alternative to all-metal versions, which are more prone to corrosion and lubrication problems.
Cleaning operations are also improved thanks to this inner link design, making the chains suitable for machinery operating in harsh environments and clean room applications where lubrication is not possible.
Stainless steel side plates and pins ensure chain strength is maintained and allow speeds of up to 70m/minute to be achieved.
Specification of food-grade materials, and the availability as drive, conveyor or attachment variations, ensures the new PC chains can be used in the broadest possible range of applications across food, packaging, pharmaceutical, healthcare and electronics industries.
The reduced weight and effectively maintenance-free operation of the new chains also reduces wear to drive sprockets, further reducing downtime and costs.
Lower noise levels are also provided.
Machine builders and engineers can achieve effective cost benefits when replacing all stainless steel BS chain, sizes RF06B to RF12B.
The ANSI series Plastic Combination chain is also available in sizes RF25 to RF60 and with A1, K1, SA1, SK1, E1 and E2 attachments.
There are also specialist types of chain available to solve application specific problems, including a titanium-based engineering plastic combination chain for increased acid resistance and the KV series for temperatures of up to 140C.
UMW and Tsubaki's E series PC chain has lower magnetic properties than all-stainless versions, discharging static electricity built up during use to avoid interference with products and systems. Request a free brochure from Tsubakimoto UK ...
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