Stone crusher shafts play a critical role in the crushing process, transferring the power from the motor to the rotor and hammers. It is therefore essential that the shafts are made of high-quality materials and are able to withstand the wear and tear of the crushing process.
What is Stone crusher shaft?
A Stone crusher shaft is a component of a Stone crusher machine that supports and rotates the machine’s moving parts. It is typically made of metal, such as steel, and is subjected to high levels of stress and impact. The Stone crusher shaft plays a critical role in the functioning of the machine, as it transfers the power generated by the machine’s engine to the various moving parts.
Type of Stone Crusher Shaft
Stone crusher shaft can be either of two types: vertical shaft (VSI) and horizontal shaft (HSI).
Vertical Shaft Impact (VSI) crushers use a different approach involving a high speed rotor with wear resistant tips and a crushing chamber designed to throw the rock against. The VSI crushers utilize velocity rather than surface force as the predominant force to break rock.
Horizontal Shaft Impact (HSI) crushers use a high speed rotor which either throws the material against the breaker plate or rocks inside the chamber. The HSI crushers use impact rather than pressure to crush the material.