Bucket elevator belt alignment made simple! The model VA and VA-X (bucket elevator alignment control), manufactured by Conveyor Components Company, has rugged heavy-duty cast aluminum housing. The model VA and VA-X are designed to indicate when the head or boot section of a bucket elevator drifts too far out of alignment. This unit can be used to signal a problem or simply shut down the bucket elevator leg before further damage can occur.
This control device has a sequential 2-pole double-break microswitch rated for 20 amps at 120 VAC, 240 VAC, or 480 VAC. The switch actuation and linkage arms are fields adjustable with a simple 3/32” hex wrench adjustment. The metal roller is sturdy and bi-directional, and designed to survive in difficult environments. The housing is rugged cast aluminum with a specially designed non-accumulating pocket. The model VA microswitch is rated for NEMA 4 weatherproof, or NEMA 7/9 explosion-proof (model VA-X). Epoxy powder coating or polyester powder coating is available as an option.
If you would like additional information on this or other products that Conveyor Components Company offers please contact their sales department toll-free at 800-233-3233, fax 810-679-4510, e-mail info@conveyorcomponents.com or visit their website at www.conveyorcomponents.com. An ISO 9001 registered company.
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