With the continuous development of technology, various mechanical equipment is also constantly being updated, and improving production efficiency and efficiency has become a top priority for various industries. As an important industrial equipment, conveying machinery is widely used and has various forms, such as belt conveyor lines and drum conveyor lines.

The basic functions of belt conveyor lines and drum conveyor lines are the same, both conveying items from one place to another through mechanization, but there are some obvious differences in their mechanisms and characteristics.

1. Different transmission principles

The belt conveyor line drives the belt to rotate through a motor driven pulley, transporting items from the discharge end to the feed end. The conveying mechanism of belts mainly relies on friction, and the energy borne by bearings is actually very small. Therefore, belt conveyor lines are more suitable for conveying small or not too heavy items, such as coal, ore, coal ash, and so on.

The drum conveyor line transports items from one place to another through the operation of the drum, and the diameter and length of the drum can be adjusted as needed. The power of drum conveyor lines to transport items mainly relies on drum bearings and transmission chains, making them suitable for transporting large and heavy items such as steel and cement.

2. Different transmission efficiency

In terms of transmission efficiency, the conveying speed of the belt conveyor line is relatively fast, with an average speed of over 1.6 meters/second, and the conveying distance is relatively long. The drum conveyor line, on the other hand, has a relatively slow transmission speed, with a maximum speed of only below 1.0 meters per second, and a relatively short conveying distance.

3. Different levels of maintenance difficulty

In terms of maintenance, the maintenance of belt conveyor lines is relatively simple, and it is easier to replace vulnerable parts such as belts or pulleys. However, belt conveyor lines are prone to slipping and breakage during operation, requiring frequent maintenance and upkeep.

The drum conveyor line requires more professional technical personnel for maintenance, such as replacing lubricating oil, bearings, and other components, which are more cumbersome and complex. But the lifespan of drum conveyor lines is longer, with a service life of over 10 years.

The main differences between belt conveyor lines and drum conveyor lines lie in transmission principles, transmission efficiency, and maintenance difficulty. In actual production, different conveying methods can be selected according to needs.