Heavy Duty Apron Feeder & Industrial Plate Feeder
What is an Apron Feeder Machine?
The apron feeder (widely designated as an apron feeder machine) manufactured by Hengtai is a highly efficient, heavy-duty continuous material conveying system built for the most severe working conditions. Utilizing high-strength manganese steel or 16Mn alloy steel plates driven by a robust tracking chain mechanism, this rigid plate structure guarantees zero slippage and non-slip traction under peak load impacts. It is widely used in mining, metallurgy, cement, and aggregate industries to supply massive bulk materials uniformly.
Heavy Duty Chain Plate Feeder Showcase
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Factory Running Test & Operation Video
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How the Apron Conveyor Feeder Operates
Understanding the continuous, high-efficiency mechanical conveying mechanism of our mining apron feeder.
Power Transmission: The high-torque electric motor transmits raw mechanical power through the heavy-duty hardened reducer gearbox directly to the drive sprocket assembly.
Rigid Plate Traction: The drive sprocket engages the high-durability tracking chains, causing the interconnected high-strength manganese steel/16Mn plates to advance steadily along a closed-loop tracking path without deviations or structural slips.
Crushing System Integration: As a specialized mining apron feeder, it is engineered to easily handle bulk minerals like granite, basalt, and iron ores. It functions perfectly at horizontal layout angles or inclined positioning up to 20°–25°, working seamlessly with downstream primary Jaw Crushers, Cone Crushers, and Impact Crushers to achieve ±2% high-precision uniform feeding flow.
Heavy Duty Apron Feeder Technical Parameters (L Series)
Standard industrial engineering metrics for our full range of heavy plate feeding machines.
| Model | Pan Width (mm) | Center Distance (m) | Max Feed Size (mm) | Capacity (t/h) | Motor Power (kW) | Weight (t) | Overall Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BW80-L | 800 | 3–15 | ≤350 | 0.2–75 | 2.2 | 3.5 | 3200×1000×850 |
| BW100-L | 1000 | 3–18 | ≤600 | 18–350 | 5.5–18.5 | 6.8 | 3500×1200×920 |
| BW120-L | 1200 | 4–20 | ≤600 | 30–220 | 11–18.5 | 9.2 | 4000×1400×1050 |
| BW125-L | 1250 | 4–20 | ≤800 | 40–250 | 11 | 10.5 | 4200×1450×1100 |
| BW140-L | 1400 | 5–20 | ≤900 | 40–200 | 22 | 13.8 | 4500×1600×1180 |
| BW150-L | 1500 | 5–20 | ≤900 | 40–300 | 22–30 | 15.3 | 4800×1700×1250 |
| BW160-L | 1600 | 6–20 | ≤900 | 27–300 | 30–37 | 17.6 | 5000×1800×1320 |
| BW180-L | 1800 | 6–20 | ≤970 | 30–350 | 22–55 | 21.5 | 5200×2000×1450 |
| BW200-L | 2000 | 8–20 | ≤1500 | 300–800 | 45 | 28.7 | 6000×2200×1600 |
* Note: Center distance, specific plate metallurgy, and volumetric feeding speed can be fully customized based on client plant configurations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Quick professional engineering insights regarding equipment lifespan and mechanical combinations.
Q1: How long is the structural operational life of the traction chains and plate components?
Under standard operational heavy-load conditions, the specialized tracking chain assembly and manganese plates are built to sustain 3 to 5 years of continuous running without major structural overhauls. We recommend scheduling a brief physical audit quarterly to monitor chain alignment and lubrication.
Q2: Can the apron conveyor feeder handle high-temperature materials from ovens or kilns?
Yes, because our feeding plates are constructed from rigid alloyed plates instead of rubber belts, the entire structural matrix can perfectly handle high-temperature clinkers or metallurgical sinters up to 400°C–450°C without thermal deformations.
Q3: What industrial crushing systems can this equipment be paired with?
The plate chain feeder links seamlessly with all heavy primary and secondary reduction units, including heavy Jaw Crushers, high-capacity Cone Crushers, and Impact Crushers, to form an automated, uniform mineral processing production line.
Compatible Equipment
Seamless integration for high-efficiency continuous plant production lines.
It can be paired with crushing machines to provide a steady and even flow of material, ensuring efficient and stable crushing performance. In a sand and aggregate production line, the feeder first delivers stones evenly into the crusher, and the crushed material then moves on to the screening, washing, and other downstream processes.
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