Sprocket 16B-3 z=45 with hub, Cast iron

Product Description

Sprocket 16B-3 z=45, with cast iron hub

Sprocket 16B-3 (pitch 1" - 25.4 mm), triplex (three-strand), 45 teeth, with hub. The sprocket is made of grey cast iron - a traditional material for sprockets in applications with moderate loads and lower rotational speeds; the bore in the hub is a pilot bore intended to be machined to the shaft size.

Technical data

Frequently asked questions

What does the pitch of a sprocket mean and how can it be checked?

The pitch of a sprocket corresponds to the chain pitch - it is the theoretical distance between the centres of adjacent teeth on the pitch circle. The easiest way to check it is to place a section of matching chain on the sprocket - it should sit perfectly, without tension.

When ordering several sprockets for one drive, do they have identical production parameters?

Sprockets of the same catalogue item are produced according to the same documentation and tolerances, so their parameters (pitch, number of teeth, dimensions) match each other regardless of when they were ordered. Any slight differences in the shade of the steel between production batches have no effect on how the sprocket works with the chain.

Is it worth using guards on sprockets and the entire drive?

Yes - a guard protects operators from contact with moving parts and at the same time limits the ingress of dust and moisture to the chain, which genuinely extends its service life. In many industrial machines, a chain drive guard is also an occupational safety requirement.

What is the relationship between the number of teeth of a sprocket and the rotational speed of the drive?

This is the basic principle of the transmission ratio. If there is a small sprocket on the motor (drive) and a large one on the machine, the machine will turn more slowly but gain proportionally greater torque (force).

Does a cast iron sprocket require a different chain than a steel sprocket of the same pitch?

No - the tooth geometry and pitch are identical to those of the steel version of the same size, so the cast iron sprocket works with the same chain. The difference lies in the material of the hub and rim: cast iron dampens vibrations better and is cheaper, but withstands impacts and operation at high rotational speeds less well than steel.

Where is this product used?

Applications include drives in the food industry, packaging machines, sorting lines and agricultural harvesting machines, where the sprocket operates seasonally but under full load.

When placing your order, please check the current stock level of this gear - the lead time depends on it and is clearly stated according to the quantity available in the given warehouse.

Product photos are for illustrative purposes only.