Beginners Guide

Materials of manufacture

The majority of idlers comprise steel shells which are fabricated from standard carbon steel tube sections and which offer for example lower resistance, non-static and higher wear characteristics.

A range of materials are however available for shells and depending on the application. Usually designers decide on the preferred shell material based on the materials handled on the conveyor and / or the environment.

Examples of materials of manufacture of idler shells other than steel and rubber discs (include PVC, Stainless Steel, and composite materials.