Applications
4.2.5 TT Top Chain Steel Top Chain: For linear conveyance, including bottling, paper containers, general uses Application Example TT Top Chain is used for linear conveyance of beer and cosmetic bottles, paper containers, or general products. Construction and Features (1) TT Top Chain consists of stainless steel top plates with rolled hinges and connecting pins. Due to its simple construction, the chain is easy to clean, and it meets the requirements of sanitary environments. (Figure 4.9). (2) There are two standard types of TT Top Chain: N-type has 304 stainless steel pins and 430 stainless steel plates; SS-type is made entirely of 304 stainless steel. (3) Table 4.10 shows the main functions of this chain. (4) There are eight widths of top plates: 63.5, 76.2, 82.6, 101.6, 114.3, 127.0, 152.4, and 190.5 mm. The top plates have beveled (or chamfered) edges, which permit smooth loading or accumulating of conveyed objects, such as bottles.
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Figure 4.9 TTTop Chain
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