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How to Choose the Right Polyurethane Conveyor Rollers for Your Industrial System?


When it comes to upgrading your conveyor system, polyurethane (PU) rollers are an excellent choice. They offer outstanding abrasion resistance, silent operation, and long service life. But with so many specifications available—load capacity, hardness, speed, dimensions, bearings, temperature resistance—how do you choose the right polyurethane conveyor rollers?

Let’s break it down.

Why Polyurethane Conveyor Rollers?

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing polyurethane Conveyor Rollers

Selection Factory          

What It Means GCS Expert Tips
Load Capacity (kg)  The weight the roller must support during operation.  Provide load per roller and product contact area.
PU Hardness (Shore A)  Affects cushioning and noise level.  Choose 70A for quiet/light loads, 80A for general use, 90–95A for heavy-duty.
Speed (m/s)  Impact roller balance and material wear  Let us know your line speed. We test dynamic balance before shipment.
Working Temperature (°C)  Important in high-heat or freezer environments.  Standard PU: -20°C to +80°C. High-temp versions available.
Roller Dimensions  Includes diameters, length, and wall thickness  Share your conveyor layout or drawing for accurate matching.
Bearing Type  Affects load, speed, and  waterproofing  Options: deep groove, waterproof, low-noise sealed bearings

PU Hardness vs Application Guide

Shore A Hardness Feature                       Best For                        
70A (Soft) Quiet, high cushioning Light items, noise-sensitive areas
80A (Medium) Balanced performance General material handling lines
90-95A (Hard) High wear resistance, less flex Heavy-duty load, automated system


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Why Choose GCS for Custom Polyurethane Conveyor Rollers?

Direct Factory Supply – Over 30 years of polyurethane conveyor roller manufacturing experience

Customizable Specs – Diameter, length, shaft type, bearing, color, logo

■ Premium Material – Industrial-grade PU (DuPont/Bayer), not recycled blends

■ Engineering Support – CAD drawing review & free selection consultation

■ Fast Sampling – 3–5 days for samples, mass production after approval

■ Global Shipping – Exported to North America, Europe, Southeast Asia

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Pro Tip: Always provide your expected load, speed, temperature, and roller layout. The more details, the better GCS can match your needs.

Final Thoughts

Selecting the right polyurethane conveyor roller doesn’t have to be confusing. By understanding your system’s working conditions and the roller’s performance parameters, you can make the right call—and GCS is here to help every step of the way.

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