How to Extend Conveyor Wear Strip Service Life

Overview

This guide covers the practical steps to extend conveyor wear strip service life. JSLT Conveyor produces engineering plastic components in UHMWPE, HDPE, PA, POM and PTFE — full-process fabrication from raw sheet to CNC-machined parts.

Step-by-step procedure

1. Verify chain alignment. Misaligned chain doubles wear rate; align within 1 mm.
2. Reduce chain tension. Over-tensioning increases pressure on strip; follow OEM spec.
3. Lubricate where allowed. Food-safe lubricant on non-food side cuts friction 30%.
4. Control ambient temperature. Above 80°C UHMWPE softens; consider PA66 or cooling.
5. Schedule rotation. Rotate strips end-for-end at 50% wear to extend life.

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