Steel Split Sprocket

Understanding Steel Split Sprockets

Steel split sprockets, also known as bolted sprockets or split hub sprockets, are designed specifically for ease of installation and removal. They consist of two separate halves that are precisely machined to fit together and are securely fastened around the shaft using high-strength bolts.

Key Advantages:

• Easy Installation & Removal: The primary benefit is the ability to install or remove the sprocket without needing to pull bearings, couplings, or other components off the shaft. This is a major time-saver.
• Reduced Downtime: Faster replacement significantly minimizes costly operational downtime during maintenance.
• Ideal for Trapped Shafts: Perfect for situations where the shaft ends are inaccessible or obstructed by other machinery components.
• Simplified Maintenance: Makes routine inspection and replacement much easier and quicker.
• Robust Steel Construction: Manufactured from durable steel for strength and longevity in demanding applications.

Considerations:

• Precise Alignment: Careful alignment of the two halves during installation is crucial for proper operation and to prevent premature wear.
• Bolt Torquing: Bolts must be tightened to the correct torque specifications to ensure secure clamping and prevent loosening during operation.
• Balancing: For larger sizes or higher speeds, balancing may be required to prevent vibration.

Shreeji Gears: Your Ahmedabad Expert in Split Sprockets

We leverage our precision machining capabilities to produce high-quality, reliable steel split sprockets designed for demanding industrial environments.

Why Choose Shreeji Gears for Steel Split Sprockets?

• Precision Machining: Ensuring accurate mating faces, bolt hole locations, and tooth profiles on both halves for a perfect fit and smooth operation.
• Material Strength: Utilizing quality carbon steel or alloy steel suitable for the required load capacity and durability.
• Tooth Hardening: Option for induction hardened teeth to significantly increase wear resistance and extend service life.
• Balanced Design: Offering balancing services for larger or high-speed split sprockets to minimize vibration.
• Chain Compatibility: Manufacturing split sprockets for standard roller chains (ANSI/BS/ISO), double pitch chains, and conveyor chains.
• Custom Manufacturing: Producing custom-split-sprocket designs based on specific bore sizes, keyway requirements, tooth counts, chain pitches, and material specifications. We deliver shaft-ready-sprocket solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Rigorous inspection of dimensional accuracy, concentricity, mating surface flatness, and overall build quality.

General Technical Specifications (Customizable):

• Chain Pitch Compatibility: Standard ANSI (35 to 240), BS/ISO (06B to 48B), Double Pitch, Conveyor Series.
• Material: Carbon Steel (C45, EN8, EN9), Alloy Steel.
• Tooth Count: Wide range available, depending on pitch and diameter.
• Bore Size: Machined to customer requirements (Plain, Keyed).
• Tooth Hardening: Optional (Induction Hardened).
• Split Design: Typically split through bore centerline, precision machined mating faces, supplied with high-tensile bolts.
• Balancing: Optional, recommended for larger sizes/higher speeds.

Simplify your maintenance and reduce downtime with innovative bolted sprocket designs. Trust Shreeji Gears, your expert steel split sprocket manufacturer in Ahmedabad. Contact us today to discuss your easy-install sprocket needs and get a competitive quote!