Flexible Chain Drive Head & Tail
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Flexible Chain Drive Head & Tail

Flexible Chain Drive Head & Tail
They are the core power components for flexible chain plate conveyors, mounted at both ends of the conveyor line and matched with modular plastic flexible chains.
• Drive Head: Power unit for fitting motor and gearbox. The sprocket engages with chain plates to drive continuous running. Available in fully enclosed, semi-enclosed, plastic and intermediate drive versions.
• Drive Tail (Idler Unit): Driven tensioning end without motor. It guides the chain and adjusts tension to avoid chain slack and deviation.
Features
Modular design with 45/65/85/105 sizes. Options include aluminum, stainless steel and plastic housings. Fully enclosed stainless steel type is dustproof & waterproof for hygienic industries such as food and pharmacy. Suitable for curved, inclined and loop conveyor layouts, easy installation and low maintenance.

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Description

Flexible chain drive head & tail are core drive components for flexible chain plate conveyors. Available in 45,65,85,105 series with fully enclosed, semi-enclosed, stainless steel and plastic versions. Featuring modular design, they deliver stable operation, low noise and long service life. Easy to install and maintain, they adapt to complex layout requirements, widely used in food, beverage and packaging automatic conveying lines.

1.Product types

Available Models by Series
Series Type Model Name
45 Series Drive Head 45 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Head
Drive Tail 45 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Tail
Drive Head 45 Plastic Drive Head
Drive Tail 45 Plastic Drive Tail
Center Drive 45 Semi-Enclosed Center Drive
Center Drive 45 Fully Enclosed Stainless Steel Center Drive
65 Series Drive Head 65 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Head
Drive Tail 65 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Tail
Drive Head 65 Semi-Enclosed Drive Head
Drive Tail 65 Semi-Enclosed Drive Tail
Drive Head 65 Plastic Drive Head
Drive Tail 65 Plastic Drive Tail
Center Drive 65 Semi-Enclosed Center Drive
Center Drive 65 Fully Enclosed Stainless Steel Center Drive
85 Series Drive Head 85 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Head
Drive Tail 85 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Tail
Drive Head 85 Semi-Enclosed Drive Head
Drive Tail 85 Semi-Enclosed Drive Tail
Drive Head 85 Plastic Drive Head
Drive Tail 85 Plastic Drive Tail
Center Drive 85 Semi-Enclosed Center Drive
Center Drive 85 Fully Enclosed Center Drive
105 Series Drive Head 105 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Head
Drive Tail 105 Fully Enclosed / Stainless Steel Drive Tail
Drive Head 105 Semi-Enclosed Drive Head
Drive Tail 105 Semi-Enclosed Drive Tail
Drive Head 105 Plastic Drive Head
Drive Tail 105 Plastic Drive Tail
Center Drive 105 Semi-Enclosed Center Drive
Center Drive 105 Fully Enclosed Center Drive

2.Product Features

Modular Design
Easy adjustment, simple maintenance, flexible upgrade & expansion		 Stable & Durable
Robust main body for long service life		 Flexible Expansion
Adaptable to complex spatial layouts		 Quiet & Hygienic
Meets hygiene standards; operating noise <30 dB

Product selection guide

1.45 Drive Head & Tail Dimensions

2.65 Drive Head & Tail Dimensions

3.85 Drive Head & Tail Dimensions

4.105 Drive Head & Tail Dimensions

 

Application

FAQ

Q1: What sizes of drive heads and tails are available?

A: We supply 45, 65, 85 and 105 series. Each series has fully enclosed, semi-enclosed, plastic and intermediate drive types with complete dimension drawings.

Q2: Fully enclosed vs semi-enclosed, what’s the difference?

A: Fully enclosed stainless steel version offers better dustproof & waterproof performance for food-grade and harsh environments. Semi-enclosed type is lightweight and cost-effective for regular industrial conveyors.

Q3: When to use intermediate drive?

A: Intermediate drive is installed on the middle of conveyor frames. It reduces belt tension and avoids slipping for long-distance and multi-turn conveying lines.

Q4: Plastic or stainless steel drive unit, which one to pick?

A: Plastic drives are lightweight, quiet and economical for low-load clean lines. Stainless steel models are robust and corrosion-resistant for heavy-load, wet and hygienic applications.

Q5: Can you make custom modifications?

A: Custom changes for mounting holes, shaft diameter and interfaces are available. Please share your conveyor layout for technical confirmation.

Q6: Are these drives compatible with modular plastic conveyor belts?

A: Yes. 45/65/85/105 drive heads & tails are specially designed to match modular plastic conveyor belts.

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