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Classification of Sprockets

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  Sprockets are classified according to type A, type B, type C, and type D, which are described below : 1. Flat Sprocket This sprocket is flat and has no hub on it. These are typically mounted on the flanges or hubs of the equipment. They drive through a series of holes that are plain or thin. 2. Sprocket Hub One Side This sprocket made with a hub on its one side. This allows the sprocket to fit closely to the machinery on which it is mounted. Due to this, it reduces a large overhang load on the bearings of the equipment. 3. Sprocket Hub Both Side Type C sprockets are made with a hub on its both side of the plate. It is typically used in such applications where the pitch diameter is large and there is more weight to support on the shaft. Larger loads require bigger hubs. 4. Split Hub Sprocket These sprockets use a Type A sprocket mounted on a solid or split hub. The sprocket is easily splinted for removal and bolted to the hub. No need to remove bearings and other equipment beca...

What is Sprocket?

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 Sprocket A Sprocket is commonly a wheel with teeth that lock onto a chain. When the sprocket rotates, the teeth hold the chain and move the other parts attached to the chain. This operation provides simple and precise rotational movement of large equipment and machinery. A s procket is manufactured with metal or reinforced plastic to handle the force of the moving chain. These components are compared to gears, which serve the same wheel-shaped design with teeth. Octaforce Engineering is an ISO 9001-2015 is the leading solution provider in Mechanical Power Transmissions Industry .We are a leading manufacturer, supplier and  exporter of Sprocket , Roller Chain Coupling, Industrial Coupling , Chain, Pulley, Gear & Bearings. Octaforce is our brand of Sprockets, Pulleys, Couplings and Gears used around the world. We also deal in other reputed Power Transmission Brands like Diamond , Renold ,Fenner and Lovejoy. Octaforce (ISO 9001-2015 Company)     ...