• Standard Materials Agencies Private Limited

Silent Chains

Standard Materials Agencies offers Ramsey Silent Chains, made of stacked rows of flat, tooth shaped driving links that mesh with sprockets having compatible tooth spaces, much the way a rack and pinion mesh. Typically, chains will also contain guide links, whose purpose is to maintain proper tracking of the chain on sprockets. Washers or spacers may be present in some chain constructions. All of these components are held together by riveted pins located in each chain joint. Although all silent chains have these basic features there are still many different styles, designs, and configurations. It may be noted that chains must always be accompanied by compatible sprockets. When considering different silent chain designs, it is essential that sprocket compatibility also be considered. Silent chains offer unique advantages and options in both power transmission and conveying applications. For power transmission: the chains are capable of transmitting loads and speeds that exceed the capacity of all other chains and belts. This increased load and speed capability is the result of specialised chain and sprocket designs which increase the load carrying capability of the chain and significantly reduce vibration and noise. Such silent chains can transmit up to 3000 HP, with speeds exceeding 7,000 FPM, and a mechanical efficiency of up to 99%. For conveying: silent conveying chains provide a smooth, durable, flat conveying surface that operates with less vibration and velocity variation than other conveying products. These chains are manufactured from hardened steel components, making them long lasting and tolerant of elevated temperatures. They are available in a variety of standard widths and constructions or can be easily built to suit a specific application.