Tubular Drag Conveyors, Tubular Chain Conveyors, Tube Chain Conveyor

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Application

Grain, flour, sugar, starch, coffee, cocoa, feed and additives, resins, pigments, plastic particles, chemical powder, lithium battery materials, positive and negative electrode powder, graphite, silicon-based materials and functional powder, mineral powder, lime, gypsum, cement additives and slightly abrasive materials, fillers, mineral powder, reinforcing materials, etc.

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how it works

The tubular drag conveyors uses a continuous chain or steel cable with spaced discs running inside a sealed pipe to efficiently convey bulk materials. The low-speed rotating discs gently push the materials forward, effectively reducing dust escape, material damage and energy consumption. This closed mechanical conveying system, based on reliable transmission principles, can stably complete material conveying tasks along horizontal, vertical and multi-directional composite paths in harsh industrial environments.

tubular drag conveyors type

The typical layout forms of tubular drag conveyors under different working conditions include vertical lifting, closed loop, spatial turning, Z-type, multi-point inclined and straight conveying, etc.

tubular drag chain conveyor type

Comparison of Chain Types for Tubular Chain Conveyor

We can customize and provide traction components such as cable, ring chain, and plate chain according to different customer requirements.

Comparison Item	Cable Type	Ring Chain Type	Plate Chain Type

Structural Design	Multi-strand steel rope with discs	Alloy steel round link chain with discs	Heavy-duty steel plate chain with links and pins
Flexibility	Very high	Medium	Low
Bending Capability	Small bending radius, excellent for multiple bends	Medium	Low flexibility, not suitable for tight bends
Layout	Suitable for complex layouts with multiple bends along the X, Y, and Z axes	Suited for straight or simple layouts	Ideal for straight or moderate bends
Conveying Distance	Medium	Long	Medium to Long
Chain Load Capacity Per Unit Length	Medium	High	High
Capacity	Medium capacity	Large capacity	High
Impact Resistance	Medium	High	Very High
Wear Resistance	Medium	High	Very High
Suitable Materials	Powders, granules, mildly abrasive materials	Abrasive, high-density materials	Abrasive, heavy-duty materials, large bulk materials
Recommended Applications	Limited space, multiple bends, high flexibility required	Heavy-duty, long-distance, continuous operation	Heavy-duty, high load capacity, long operational life

features

Enclosed, Dust-Free Conveying

Tubular drag conveyors feature a fully enclosed tube design, ensuring clean, controlled bulk material transport while meeting environmental and safety requirements.

Gentle Low-Speed Operation

Low-speed chain and disc conveying reduces product breakage, segregation, and fines, preserving material quality throughout the process.

Flexible Multi-Direction Layout

Supports horizontal, vertical, and curved conveying paths, enabling easy integration into compact spaces and complex plant layouts.

Broad Material Compatibility

Handles powders, granules, flakes, and mildly abrasive materials with consistent, reliable performance.

Energy-Efficient Operation

Low drive power and reduced wear result in lower energy consumption and operating costs.

Scalable Modular Design

Modular construction allows easy system expansion, capacity adjustment, and line integration.

Why choose EXCT tubular Drag conveyors

	Proven Technology & Precision Manufacturering Mature conveying technology with advanced machining ensures high accuracy, consistent quality, and stable operation.
	Fully Enclosed, Clean Conveying Sealed tubular design with low-speed conveying minimizes dust, contamination, and material degradation.
	Engineered to Fit Your Process Customized designs support horizontal, vertical, and curved layouts for complex applications.
	Lifecycle-Oriented Support End-to-end delivery and service ensure reliable performance, optimized costs, and long-term value.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some quick reference sections to answer key technical questions about the product.

What materials can be conveyed?
Most common bulk materials can be handled, including powders, granules, grains, chemical products, wood chips, and plastics. Material size should be compatible with the disc spacing and tube diameter.

Is the conveying process gentle?
Yes. Low-speed, column-type conveying helps reduce product breakage, segregation, and dust generation.

Can the system handle complex layouts?
Yes. The modular design allows horizontal, vertical, and multi-bend configurations to suit complex plant layouts.

What are the advantages compared with pneumatic conveying?
Lower energy consumption, reduced material wear, and more predictable operating and maintenance costs.

What factors determine conveying capacity?
Capacity depends on bulk density, material flow characteristics, tube size, chain speed, as well as the number of bends and vertical lift.

Can it be integrated into existing production lines?
Yes. With properly designed inlets and outlets, the system can be easily integrated with existing equipment and processes.

Tubular DRAG CONVEYORS APPLICATION:

Tubular Drag Conveyors can be widely applied in the following industries and materials.

Typical Industries

Food & Beverage
Feed & Grain Processing
Chemicals & Fine Chemicals
Plastics & Polymers
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Battery Materials & New Energy
Building Materials
Mining & Mineral Processing
Environmental & Recycling

Handled Materials

Grains, flour, sugar, starch, cocoa, coffee
Feed, premixes, food additives
Chemical powders, catalysts, pigments, resins
Plastic pellets, masterbatch, polymer granules
Lithium battery powders, graphite, cathode & anode materials
Lime, gypsum, fillers, cement additives
Mineral powders and light abrasive materials

Tubular DRAG CONVEYORS On-site project:

Specifications

Model	Capacity （m3/h）	Ring chain pitch (mm)	Plate chain pitch (mm)	Wall thickness (mm)	Disc diameter (mm)
108	4	65	65	4	92
133	6	65	80	4	116
159	12	80	80	4	142
219	20	80	100	5	192
273	30	105	152.4	5/6	242

Selection instructions

1.Which material to be handling:______

2.Handling capacity:______t/h.

3.Lifting height of tubular drag conveyos = : ______m

4.Bulk Material Density: ______t/m³

5.Max. granule size of the material: ______mm

6.Max. granule’s percentage in whole material:______ %

7.Material temperature:______℃

8.Moisture content : ______ %

9.Flowability： Free / Medium / Poor
10.Abrasiveness： Low / Medium / High
11.Corrosiveness： None / Mild / Strong
12.Stickiness or cohesion： Yes / No
13.What equipment is used to feed the material into the tubular drag conveyors:______

14.What equipment is used to discharge the material from the tubular drag conveyors:______

15.Working power supply: ______V ______HZ

16.Quantity:______

17.As everyone knows, the belt tubular drag conveyors work with other equipment to form a process system, therefore, we will appreciate if you can provide us the preliminary design or hand-drawn sketch of the process system for our engineers reference.

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