The Troughing Carrying Idler Set is installed on the carrying side of belt conveyor systems to support the loaded conveyor belt and transported bulk materials. It typically consists of three rollers arranged at specific angles, with two inclined side rollers and one center roller forming a trough-shaped profile.
This trough design improves belt support, increases material carrying capacity, and helps prevent material spillage during conveying. With precision-matched rollers, reliable bearing protection, and a robust idler frame structure, the idler set provides stable performance for continuous bulk material handling applications.
Key Features
Trough-Shaped Belt Support
The three-roller arrangement forms a stable trough profile that supports the conveyor belt and helps maintain the correct belt shape under loaded conditions.
Increased Material Carrying Capacity
The trough design allows the belt to carry more bulk material compared with flat belt support arrangements, improving conveying efficiency.
Stable Belt Operation
The matched roller arrangement helps maintain consistent belt support, reducing belt instability and improving overall conveyor operation.
Reliable Bearing and Sealing Protection
High-quality bearings combined with multi-layer sealing systems help protect internal components from dust and moisture, supporting longer service intervals.
Robust Idler Frame Construction
The durable idler stand provides stable roller positioning and reliable support under continuous conveying conditions.
Product Advantages
Improved material handling capacity: Trough-shaped support allows the conveyor belt to carry larger volumes of bulk materials.
Stable belt support: Three-roller configuration maintains consistent belt shape and reduces material spillage.
Smooth conveyor operation: Precision-matched rollers provide low running resistance and smooth rotation.
Extended service life: Effective sealing and quality bearings help protect roller components.
Heavy-duty reliability: Robust frame construction supports stable performance in demanding conveying environments.
Applications
The Troughing Carrying Idler Set is used on the carrying side of belt conveyor systems for continuous transportation of bulk materials. Its trough-shaped structure makes it suitable for applications requiring stable belt support, high conveying capacity, and reliable material containment.
Typical applications include:
Mining and Quarrying: Used in conveyor systems transporting ores, minerals, and aggregates where high-capacity material handling is required.
Cement and Building Materials: Suitable for conveying raw materials, clinker, and other bulk materials in continuous production environments.
Steel and Metallurgy: Used in heavy industrial conveyor systems requiring stable support for bulk material transportation.
Ports and Bulk Material Terminals: Suitable for long-distance conveying systems handling large volumes of bulk cargo.
Power Generation: Used in coal and other bulk fuel conveying systems requiring reliable continuous operation.
General Bulk Material Handling: Suitable for industrial conveyor systems requiring stable belt support and efficient material transportation.
Ordering & Quotation Information
Information Required for Quotation
Please provide the conveyor belt width, trough angle, roller dimensions, installation position, required quantity, and operating conditions. Information about conveyed material, loading conditions, and existing conveyor structure is useful for confirming the complete idler set.
Technical Confirmation & Lead Time
We will confirm the idler set according to belt width, trough angle, roller arrangement, installation interface, load conditions, and operating environment. Lead time is determined by configuration, quantity, material preparation, and purchased components.
Packaging, Delivery & Quality
Packaging and delivery are arranged according to the dimensions and quantity of complete idler sets. Roller arrangement, dimensions, quantity, appearance, and packaging completeness are checked before shipment.
FAQ
What is a Troughing Carrying Idler Set?
A Troughing Carrying Idler Set is a conveyor idler assembly installed on the carrying side of a belt conveyor. It uses multiple rollers arranged at an angle to form a trough shape that supports the loaded belt.
What is the difference between a carrying roller and a carrying idler set?
A carrying roller is an individual roller component, while a carrying idler set is a complete assembly consisting of multiple rollers and an idler frame used to support the conveyor belt.
Why are troughing idler sets used on belt conveyors?
The trough shape increases belt support depth, allowing the conveyor to transport larger volumes of bulk material while reducing material spillage.
What trough angles are commonly available?
Common trough angles include 30°, 35°, and 45°, selected according to conveyor design requirements and material handling conditions.
Where are carrying idler sets installed?
They are installed on the carrying side of belt conveyors, directly supporting the loaded belt and conveyed materials.
What industries use troughing carrying idler sets?
They are widely used in mining, quarrying, cement, steel, ports, power generation, and other bulk material handling industries.
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Groove-shaped roller |
Rubber ring-type buffer roller |
Spring plate buffer roller |
Unit: mm
| B | A | L | E | H | H1 | D | P | Q | d | J | Rolling bearing model |
Drawing No. of groove shaped roller |
Drawing No. of spring plate buffer roller |
Drawing No. of rubber ring type buffer roller |
| 500 | 720 | 190 | 760 | 210 | 170 | 89 | 170 | 130 | M12 | 270 | 204 | TD1C1 | TD1C7 | TD1C9 |
| 650 | 870 | 240 | 910 | 230 | 295 | TD2C1 | TD2C7 | TD2C9 | ||||||
| 800 | 1070 | 305 | 1110 | 240 | 330 | TD3C1 | TD3C7 | TD3C9 | ||||||
| 1000 | 1300 | 375 | 1350 | 300 | 210 | 108 | 220 | 170 | M16 | 400 | 305 | TD4C1 | TD4C7 | TD4C9 |
| 1200 | 1550 | 455 | 1610 | 330 | 230 | 260 | 200 | 460 | TD5C1 | TD5C7 | TD5C9 | |||
| 1400 | 1750 | 525 | 1810 | 350 | 495 | TD6C1 | TD6C7 | TD6C9 |