RS40-1B-16T Simplex Sprocket for Glass Conveyor
Part Code: RS40-1B-16T
Part Name: Simplex Sprocket for Glass Conveyor
Part Name: Simplex Sprocket for Glass Conveyor
Part Code: RS40-1B-16T
Usage: This sprocket is used in glass manufacturing conveyors for transporting glass panels.
Application of Glass Conveyor
Engineered for Precision Glass Movement:
Purpose-built for automotive and architectural glass manufacturing lines, this sprocket provides smooth, controlled transfer of glass panels through cutting, washing, tempering, inspection, and assembly stages.
Optimized for Fragile, Low-Vibration Handling:
Its gentle motion and stable chain engagement ensure damage-free transport of delicate glass sheets, supporting high-speed production without risk of cracks or surface defects.
Preferred for Modern Glass Processing Systems:
Widely used in facilities such as Asahi India Glass, Saint-Gobain, Gold Plus Glass, AIS, and by system integrators who design specialized conveying systems for advanced glass applications.
Summary
A dedicated sprocket designed for glass conveyor systems, delivering smooth handling, low vibration, and dependable performance across demanding auto glass and architectural glass processing environments.
| Parameter | Value / Description |
|---|---|
| Application | Used in glass manufacturing unit conveyors (e.g., Asahi India Glass) for moving glass panels, automotive glass through production, inspection, or tempering lines |
| Chain Standard | ANSI 40-1 (RS40-1B) Simplex Roller Chain |
| Number of Teeth | 16 |
| Pitch | 12.70 mm (1/2") |
| Pitch Circle Diameter (PCD) | 65.10 mm |
| Outside Diameter (OD) | 71 mm |
| Bore Diameter | 35 H7 mm (precision machined, +0.025/0) |
| Keyway | Not shown in drawing (bearing fit) |
| Hub Diameter | 50 mm |
| Face Width (Total) | 22 mm |
| Shoulder Width / Steps | 7.3 mm (-0.36) at front, 10 mm thick front plate |
| Mounting Holes | Not shown (bearing fit, see drawing) |
| Chamfer/Radius | 1 x 45° typical |
| Material Property | EN9 (medium carbon steel, improved wear resistance) |
| Surface Treatment | Blackening |
| Teeth Details | As per DIN Standard profile |
| Total Weight | ~0.8 kg (estimated typical) |
| Sample Chain Pull (F) | 400 N (typical light/medium conveyor duty) |
| Sample Sprocket Speed (N) | 70 RPM (typical for glass conveyor) |
| Sample Torque (T) | ~3.7 Nm |
| Sample Power (P) | ~0.027 kW |
| Induction Hardening | Teeth induction hardened to 0.05–0.15 mm depth, hardness 40–45 HRC |
