Crane Wheel Assembly

Product Description: Crane Wheel Assembly

A Crane Wheel Assembly is a critical component of cranes and other heavy-duty lifting equipment, designed to support the crane and its load while enabling smooth movement along tracks or rails. These assemblies are essential for the efficient operation of cranes in various industrial settings, including manufacturing plants, construction sites, and ports.

Key Components and Features:

• Wheel: Made from high-strength materials such as forged steel, cast steel, or ductile iron, the wheel is designed to withstand heavy loads and harsh operating conditions. The running surfaces are often hardened to 40 HRC to enhance durability and reduce wear。
• Axle: The axle is typically made from high-quality steel and is designed to fit securely within the wheel assembly, ensuring stable and reliable performance。
• Bearing System: High-quality bearings, such as self-aligning antifriction roller bearings, are used to support the wheel and axle, ensuring smooth and reliable rotation. Bearings from international brands like SKF, FAG, NTN, and domestic brands like NSK, TMK, HRB, LYC, and ZWZ are commonly used to ensure transmission efficiency and service life。
• Bearing Housing: The bearing housing is made from materials such as 35#, 45#, HT200, QT400, etc., ensuring the strength and load-bearing capacity of the assembly。
• Flanges: The wheels can have substantial flanges on either side of the machined running face to guide the crane along the tracks and prevent derailment
  
  

Types of Crane Wheel Assemblies:

• Gear Crane Wheel Assembly: Includes a gear wheel integrated into the design, which meshes with the crane's drive system for precise control over movement. A gearbox is often incorporated to manage the speed and torque transmitted from the motor to the wheel assembly。
• L Block Crane Wheel Assembly: Features an L-shaped block that houses the wheel axle and bearing system, enhancing stability and load distribution. This design is compact and ideal for space-limited environments。
• 45° Split Bearing Box Crane Wheel Assembly: The split bearing box design allows for easier installation and maintenance of bearings. It is split at a 45-degree angle to facilitate quick access to the bearings for inspection and replacement without disassembling the entire wheel assembly。
• European Crane Wheel Assembly: Adheres to European design standards, including specific dimensions, tolerances, and safety features. These assemblies are designed to meet rigorous quality and performance criteria and are suitable for use in cranes and lifting equipment across Europe and other regions that follow similar standards
  
  

Specifications and Technical Parameters:

• Wheel Diameter: Varies depending on the crane's design and load requirements. Typical diameters range from 160 mm to 1000 mm。
• Axle Length: Adjustable to accommodate different crane widths and configurations, with standard lengths often ranging from 300 mm to 1200 mm。
• Bearing Housing Dimensions: Designed to fit the specific bearing sizes used in the assembly, ensuring compatibility and proper function。
• Load Capacities: Crane wheel assemblies are designed to handle a wide range of load capacities, from light-duty (up to 5 tons) to heavy-duty (20 tons up to 100 tons or more)
  
  

Applications:

• Overhead Cranes: Used in manufacturing and assembly lines, warehouses, and distribution centers for lifting and moving heavy loads across large areas。
• Gantry Cranes: Ideal for lifting and moving heavy loads in outdoor environments, such as construction sites and ports。
• Port Cranes: Used in ports for loading and unloading cargo from ships
  
  

Benefits:

• Precision: The integrated gear system allows for accurate control of crane movements, crucial in environments where precision is key。
• Durability: Robust construction ensures long-lasting performance under heavy loads。
• Efficiency: Gearboxes help optimize power transmission, reducing energy consumption and improving overall efficiency。
• Ease of Maintenance: The design facilitates straightforward maintenance and adjustments, reducing downtime and operational costs

The Wheel Assembly combined with wheel, shaft, bearing, bearing box. The Wheel produced by forged steel, like 42CrMo,AISI4140,41Cr4,A504,SSW-Q1R,65Mn,1045,1055,1060,1070, or cast iron. 

The hardness of the wheel is 300-380HB.

Pakage: wooden Cases for sea shipment