Track tensioning wheel. Width of the inner guide flange 98mm complete with shaft.
Idler wheels ITR for mini excavators and compact loaders are manufactured using the latest automated design and production processes.
ITR Tensioning Wheel for JOHN DEERE CT322
They are produced from selected high-quality steel alloys and properly heat-treated to ensure exceptional field performance in extreme working conditions. Idler wheels ITR are assembled using state-of-the-art seals and bearing constructions, manufactured according to the industry's most stringent specifications. The assembly is carried out on assembly lines with an automatic oil filling process. Idler wheels can be chosen in various configurations:
- Tensioning wheel shell
- Tensioning wheel with bushing and shaft
- Tensioning wheel with supports
- Tensioning wheel with fork
- Tensioning wheel with tensioner
Quality of ITR Tensioning Wheels
The range of tensioning wheels includes equipment from mini excavators to mining machines from KUBOTA® K008 (machine operating weight 0.9 tons) to KOMATSU® D475 A5 (machine operating weight 101 tons). The engineering and R&D departments are located in Italy, South Korea, and China and collaborate to combine know-how, technology, and development capabilities. The engineering departments located at each production site have specific knowledge about locally produced components, while the Italian Engineering headquarters coordinates all activities.
Functionality of ITR Tensioning Wheels
The function of the tensioning wheel is to support the track chain and guide it so that it is properly wound. Additionally, the tensioning wheel and tensioner work together to maintain a specified degree of track tension. The most important controllable factor in undercarriage wear is the correct chain tension. The correct sag for all conventional tracks is about 50mm (+-5mm). For example, a track in an 80-horsepower machine with a sag of 12mm will have a tension value of 2540 kg when measured at the track tensioner. The same machine with the recommended 50mm sag will have a tension value of 362 kg. An excessively tight track increases pressure, resulting in greater wear on track bushings when in contact with drive sprocket teeth and in the chain-tensioning wheel-roller contact. Tread hardness equal to or greater than the chain links, running rollers, and supporting rollers ensures impact resistance and balanced durability. Material type: SCMn3A, hardening 50-55 HRC. Lubrication for the entire service life to minimize maintenance.