Selection of common materials for sprocket and sprocket material
What are the sprocket materials. How to choose the material of the sprocket
The sprocket is a transmission part and is used in conjunction with a chain. It's like using a gear with a rack.
The commonly used material of sprocket is generally 45#. That is, ordinary 45# steel. Ordinary 45# sprocket can already meet the conditions of use of sprocket.
Of course, some people choose 40Mn (40 manganese steel) and 45Mn (45 manganese steel). There is a qualitative gap between the manganese steel sprocket and the 45# sprocket.
Of course, the choice of sprocket material should be based on usage requirements. If the speed is low. The pulling force is small. In the selection of sprocket material, you can choose 45# sprocket material with higher cost performance.
Sprockets made of stainless steel:
Commonly used stainless steel materials for sprockets are 201 stainless steel, 304 stainless steel, and 316 stainless steel.
The most prominent is 304 stainless steel, 304 can basically meet the demand for sprocket material in terms of corrosion resistance.
The sprocket made of 201 material has worse corrosion resistance than that of 304 material.
Sprockets made of 316 are mostly used in coastal cities. The sprocket made of 316 has strong corrosion resistance to salty substances.
The selection of the material of the sprocket is mainly based on the application. Can be selected according to factors such as speed, tension, environment, etc.,
