What is the role of belt conveyor rollers in belt conveyors

Belt conveyor rollers play a vital role in belt conveyors. Their main functions include the following aspects:

Support the Conveyor Belt and materials: As the support structure of the conveyor belt, the roller can bear the weight of the material and support the conveyor belt to ensure the normal operation of the conveyor belt.

Reduce the friction between the conveyor belt and the material: The roller can reduce the friction between the conveyor belt and the material, protect the material, and at the same time make the movement of the conveyor belt more stable, reduce the swing of the material, and ensure the stable transportation of the material.

Adjust the tension of the conveyor belt: By cooperating with the tension regulator, the idler can monitor and adjust the tension of the conveyor belt to ensure that the conveyor belt is maintained at an appropriate tension state and that the belt conveyor operates stably.

Buffering the impact of materials: During the process of transporting materials, impact may occur due to various reasons. The rollers can play a buffering and shock-absorbing role, reducing the impact of materials and ensuring smooth transportation of materials.

Prevent and correct conveyor belt deviation: The rollers can guide the belt, prevent the belt from deviation, and ensure the normal operation of the belt conveyor.

To sum up, the belt conveyor roller plays multiple roles in the belt conveyor, such as supporting, reducing friction, adjusting tension, buffering impact and preventing deviation, and is an indispensable part of the belt conveyor. Different types of rollers, such as trough rollers, transition rollers, parallel rollers, buffer rollers and aligning rollers, also have specific functions and roles based on specific application scenarios and needs.