Conveyor Chains with Rollers
Our Conveyor Roller Chains builds on standard designs by adding specialized rollers at key positions (top, side, or center). Replacing traditional sliding friction with rolling contact between the rollers and guide rails or workpieces, it ensures smoother operation and higher efficiency. Ideal for applications in automated assembly lines, logistics, food processing, cleaning systems, and heavy-load conveying, this chain offers a reliable and efficient material handling solution.
Product Overview
The rolling contact between rollers and guide rails/workpieces minimizes friction, reducing transmission resistance and wear. This design lowers energy consumption, reduces maintenance, and cuts long-term operating costs.
With options for large, side, top, or custom rollers, this chain accommodates light to heavy loads, as well as curved or long-distance conveying needs.
Easily tailored with attachments like chain plates, carriers, guide devices, or specialized accessories to meet diverse material and process requirements.
The roller design absorbs impacts, minimizing noise and vibration even at high speeds—ideal for environments with strict requirements, such as electronics assembly or food processing.
Application Scenarios
Perfect for medium-to-low speed, long-distance assembly lines, this chain’s large pitch and lightweight design help reduce operating noise and energy consumption. It can be equipped with attachments like bent plates, pusher blocks, and brackets to securely transport workpieces and pallets, ensuring a continuous, smooth flow between workstations.
For long-distance or high-speed sorting, the roller chain transports pallets, cartons, and parcels while reducing sliding friction and energy use. Side or top rollers provide guidance and clamping, ensuring smooth movement through curves or diverters, enabling precise sorting and handling.
The roller chain operates efficiently in washing or wet environments. Top or center rollers support trays or packaged goods, minimizing wear on contact surfaces. Made from special materials, the rollers resist acids, alkalis, and corrosion, making it ideal for beverage, canning, and baking lines, delivering smooth, hygienic, and efficient material handling.
In cleaning, painting, and drying equipment, the roller chain supports workpieces for smooth movement. Top rollers clamp or slightly flip materials, ensuring even processing during washing or coating, improving efficiency while reducing manual handling.
On bends, corners, or inclined paths, side and top rollers provide guidance and clamping to keep materials on track. The rolling motion reduces friction, ensuring smooth cornering and enhancing system reliability, supporting multi-level workshop layouts.
Full Series Specifications
Common specifications for Conveyor Roller Chains are listed below. Custom sizes and non-standard options are available upon request. Please contact us for more details.
| Matech Chain No. | Pitch | Roller diameter | Width between inner plates | Pin diameter | Pin length | Plate dimension | Average tensile strength | ||
| P | d1 max | d8 max | b1 min | d2 max | L max | h2 max | t/T max | Q0 | |
| mm | mm | m m | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | kN | |
| 38×16×1-1 | 38.1 | 12.07 | 28.0 | 11.68 | 5.72 | 48.0 | 16.0 | 1.85 | 31.7 |
| 38×16×1-2 | 38.1 | 12.07 | 28.0 | 11.68 | 5.72 | 43.0 | 16.0 | 1.85 | 31.7 |
| 38×16×1-3 | 38.1 | 12.07 | 28.0 | 11.68 | 5.72 | 48.0 | 16.0 | 1.85 | 31.7 |
| 38×16×1-4 | 38.1 | 12.07 | 24.0 | 11.68 | 5.72 | 48.0 | 16.0 | 1.85 | 31.7 |
| 38×16×2 | 38.1 | 12.07 | 24.0 | 11.68 | 5.72 | 48.0 | 16.0 | 2.03 | 35.2 |
| 38×16×1-5 | 38.1 | 12.07 | 28.0 | 11.68 | 5.72 | 43.0 | 16.0 | 1.85 | 31.7 |
| 50×21×4-1 | 50.8 | 15.88 | 50.0 | 17.02 | 8.28 | 65.0 | 21.0 | 4.15/3.10 | 72.8 |
| 50×21×4-2 | 50.8 | 15.88 | 38.5 | 17.02 | 8.28 | 65.0 | 21.0 | 4.15/3.10 | 72.8 |
| 50×21×4-3 | 50.8 | 15.88 | 40.0 | 17.02 | 8.28 | 65.0 | 21.0 | 4.15/3.10 | 72.8 |
| 63×35×5 | 63.0 | 40.00 | 50.0 | 24.50 | 14.00 | 91.5 | 35.0 | 5.10 | 135.0 |
| 63×30×4 | 63.0 | 38.00 | 46.0 | 21.60 | 12.00 | 84.0 | 30.0 | 4.00 | 85.0 |
| Matech Chain No. | Pitch | Roller diameter | Width between inner plates | Pin diameter | Pin length | Plate dimension | Average tensile strength | Weight per meter | ||||||
| P | d1 max | d8 max | b1 min | d2 max | L max | Lc max | h2 max | T max | Q0 | q | ||||
| mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | kN | kg/m | ||||
| 38×33×6 | 38.10 | 25.40 | 44.15 | 25.40 | 14.63 | 82.0 | 86.5 | 33.2 | 6.00/4.80 | 176.0 | 15.33 | |||
| 38×18×3-1 | 38.10 | 11.91 | 22.23 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 44.0 | 46.6 | 18.0 | 3.25 | 34.3 | 1.78 | |||
| 38×18×2 | 38.10 | 11.91 | 22.23 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 45.5 | 48.0 | 18.0 | 2.42 | 34.3 | 2.92 | |||
| 38×18×3-2 | 38.10 | 22.23 | 30.00 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 45.0 | 47.8 | 18.0 | 3.25 | 34.3 | 2.68 | |||
| 50×24×4 | 50.80 | 28.58 | 40.00 | 15.75 | 7.92 | 54.6 | 57.8 | 24.0 | 4.00 | 69.4 | 6.64 | |||
| 63×30×4 | 63.50 | 19.05 | 39.69 | 18.90 | 9.53 | 65.3 | 68.6 | 30.0 | 4.80 | 109.2 | 4.44 | |||
| Matech Chain No. | Pitch | Roller diameter | Width between inner plates | Pin diameter | Pin length | Plate dimension | Tensile strength | Weight per meter | ||||||
| P | d1 max | d8 max | b1 min | d2 max | L1 max | L2 max | Lc1 max | Lc2 max | h2 max | T max | Q min | q | ||
| mm | m m | mm | mm | mm | mm | m m | mm | mm | m m | m m | kN/klbf | kg/m | ||
| 38×18×3-1 | 38.10 | 11.91 | 30.00 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 29.2 | 57.6 | 31.6 | 59.2 | 18.0 | 3.25 | 31.8/7 | 3.42 | |
| 38×18×3-2 | 38.10 | 22.23 | 30.00 | 12.57 | 5.94 | / | 57.6 | / | 59.2 | 18.0 | 3.25 | 31.8/7 | 5.97 | |
| 38×18×2-3 | 38.10 | 22.23 | 30.00 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 25.9 | 53.7 | 28.3 | 55.6 | 18.0 | 2.42 | 31.1/7 | 2.95 | |
| 38×18×2-4 | 38.10 | 22.23 | 30.50 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 25.9 | 56.0 | 28.3 | 58.5 | 18.0 | 2.42 | 31.1/7 | 2.35 | |
| Matech Chain No. | Pitch | Roller diameter | Width between inner plates | Pin diameter | Pin length | Plate dimension | Transverse p itch | Average tensile strength | ||
| P | d1 max | d8 max | b1 min | d2 max | L max | h2 max | t/T max | Pt | Q0 | |
| mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | kN | |
| 38×33×6-1 | 38.100 | 25.40 | 55.00 | 25.40 | 14.63 | 156.80 | 33.20 | 6.0/4.8 | 103.0 | 308.0 |
| 38×33×6-2 | 38.100 | 25.40 | 55.00 | 25.40 | 14.63 | 156.80 | 33.20 | 6.0/4.8 | 102.8 | 308.0 |
| Matech Chain No. | Pitch | Roller diameter | Width between inner plates | Pin diameter | Pin length | Plate dimension | Transverse p itch | Average tensile strength | Type | |||
| P | d1 max | d8 max | b1 min | d2 max | L max | h2 max | t/T max | Pt | Q0 | |||
| mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | m m | kN | |||
| 38×16×1 | 38.100 | 12.07 | 32.00 | 11.68 | 5.72 | 61.5 | 16.0 | 1.85 | 19.46 | 66.5 | B | |
| 50×24×4 | 50.800 | 28.58 | 45.00 | 15.75 | 7.92 | 108.0 | 24.0 | 4.00 | 35.65 | 108.1 | C | |
| Matech Chain No. | Pitch | Roller diameter | Width between inner plates | Pin diameter | Pin length | Attachment dimension | Tensile strength | Weight per meter | |||||
| P mm | d1 max | d8 max | b1 min | d2 max | L1 max | L2 max | L3 max | L4 max | C | d3 | Q min | q | |
| mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | mm | m m | mm | mm | mm | kN/lbf | kg/m | ||
| 38×5×20 | 38.10 | 11.91 | 22.23 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 20.70 | 25.9 | 27.5 | 27.5 | 23.0 | 5.94 | 31.8/7227 | 2.89 |
| 38×5×21 | 38.10 | 11.91 | 22.23 | 15.57 | 5.94 | 21.00 | 25.9 | 27.7 | 28.3 | 23.0 | 5.94 | 31.8/7227 | 2.80 |
| 38×5×22 | 38.10 | 5.94 | 28.00 | 12.57 | 5.94 | 22.40 | 29.2 | 31.6 | 一 | 18.3 | 5.94 | 31.1/6991 | 1.61 |
| 50×7×26 | 50.80 | 15.88 | 28.58 | 15.75 | 7.92 | 26.20 | 32.7 | 35.0 | 36.5 | 29.0 | 11.50 | 56.7/12886 | 4.54 |
| 50×7×29 | 50.80 | 15.88 | 28.55 | 15.75 | 7.92 | 29.28 | 36.2 | 38.9 | 41.6 | 29.0 | 11.10 | 55.6/12499 | 5.50 |
| 63×9×32-1 | 63.50 | 19.05 | 39.67 | 18.90 | 9.53 | 32.30 | 40.4 | 44.7 | 44.7 | 35.4 | 14.50 | 88.5/20114 | 7.72 |
| 63×9×32-2 | 63.50 | 19.05 | 39.67 | 18.90 | 9.53 | 32.30 | 40.4 | 44.7 | 44.7 | 31.8 | 9.53 | 88.5/20114 | 7.42 |
Customized Services
Need something beyond standard models? We offer complete custom solutions—from Surface Treatment and materials to attachments and pitch—designed for your application.All dimensions can be customized. Contact us for special requirements.
| Customization Item | Options | Description |
| Main Material | Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, 304 Stainless Steel, 316 Stainless Steel | Choose based on corrosion resistance and strength requirements |
| Roller Material | Carbon Steel Quenching, MC Nylon, POM, PU Coated, Stainless Steel | |
| Surface Treatment | Zinc Plating, Nickel Plating, Dacromet, Black Oxide | Improve corrosion resistance and extend lifespan |
| Chain Plate Thickness, Chain Plate Height, Inner Link Width, Widened / Thickened Chain Plate | Customizable according to client's demand | Enhance load capacity |
| Length | Any length (minimum order quantity negotiable) | Can provide custom cutting or coiled packaging |
| Roller Structure | Steel Roller, Nylon / Plastic Roller, Bearing Roller, Side Roller, Guide Roller | Meet various conveying needs |
| Accessory Structure | Curved Plate Accessories (A1/A2/K1/K2), F-type Ear Plate, Scraper, Baffle, Support Arm, Customizable according to drawings | |
| Temperature Requirements | High-temperature type (≤300℃), Low-temperature type | Special heat treatment or material selection |
| Matching Sprocket | Multiple tooth counts and materials available, tooth surfaces can be high-frequency quenched | Ensure perfect fit for the transmission system |
Quality Inspection Equipment
At Matech, we specialize in the R&D and manufacturing of high-performance roller-equipped conveyor chains. Our state-of-the-art production facility, with advanced machinery, ensures every chain—from CNC punching and precision heat treatment to fully automated assembly—undergoes rigorous process control for smooth, durable rollers, reliable load capacity, and efficient, stable operation.
We maintain a comprehensive quality inspection system, including hardness testers, tensile testing machines, and precise dimensional measurement equipment. Every chain is thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory, ensuring consistent, high-efficiency performance in demanding environments such as automated assembly, logistics sorting, food processing, cleaning equipment, and heavy-load conveying.
With cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and end-to-end quality control, Matech delivers reliable roller-equipped conveyor chains that ensure smooth, efficient, and dependable material handling. Contact us today to discover how roller-driven solutions can enhance efficiency and reliability in your production line.
Frequently Asked Questions
1
How much weight can the roller-equipped conveyor chain bear?
The load capacity depends on the chain strength, roller size, and quantity. Large roller chains are suitable for heavy loads, while small roller chains are ideal for light loads or precision parts. We can customize the load specifications based on customer requirements to ensure safety and reliability.
2
Can the roller-equipped conveyor chain be customized according to the working conditions?
Yes. We can customize the chain's main material, roller material, surface treatment process, chain plate thickness, chain plate height, roller structure, and accessory installation methods to meet different operating conditions and conveying needs.
3
Is it difficult to install and replace the roller-equipped conveyor chain?
The design of this chain allows for modular installation. The rollers and chain plates can be quickly disassembled, making maintenance and replacement easy. Matech provides installation guidance and technical support.
4
What roller materials are available?
Common materials include quenched steel rollers, MC nylon rollers, POM, PU-coated rollers, stainless steel rollers, and special wear-resistant or corrosion-resistant materials. When selecting materials, load, environment (humidity, high temperature, chemical corrosion), and noise requirements are taken into account.
5
How to select a roller-equipped conveyor chain?
The main factors to consider are material weight, size, conveying speed, conveying distance, curve radius, environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, corrosion), and installation space. Matech offers professional selection solutions and calculation support.
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