The conveying distance of a screw conveyor can be determined based on a variety of factors, including the design and specifications of the screw conveyor, the nature of the material being conveyed, the conveying angle, and the support structure used. Generally speaking, the conveying distance of screw conveyors can range from a few meters to hundreds of meters.
For short conveying distances (within tens of meters), the screw conveyor can usually be installed directly on a support structure, and the motor drives the screw to rotate to transport the material along the pitch direction of the screw.
For longer conveying distances (hundreds of meters), more complex designs and configurations may be required. A common practice is to segment the screw conveyor into sections, usually 10 to 20 meters in length, and then connect the sections through bearings and couplings. This reduces stress and vibration on the entire system and makes maintenance and installation easier.
In addition, in order to support longer distance transportation, additional support structures may be needed, such as pipes, support frames, etc. The design and installation of these structures also need to be considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure the stability and safety of transportation.
It should be noted that the conveying distance of the screw conveyor is too long, which may affect the conveying capacity and efficiency. For longer conveying distances, the fluidity and accumulation of materials also need to be considered to avoid clogging and accumulation.
Therefore, the specific maximum conveying distance of the screw conveyor needs to be evaluated and determined based on the requirements of the actual application and engineering design.