Bulldozer Track Link

Timely replacement of damaged bulldozer tracks is crucial, not only to avoid performance degradation and safety accidents but also to reduce maintenance costs and extend the overall lifespan of the equipment.

Impact of Worn Bulldozer Track Links on Undercarriage Parts

1. Impact on Track Rollers

• The Problem: When track chains experience elongated track pitch (due to wear in pins and bushings), the spacing between the track links increases.

• The Result: This elongation prevents smooth engagement with the Track Rollers, leading to uneven pressure distribution on the rollers.

• The Damage: This uneven pressure causes the rollers to suffer from a reduced flange width/diameter and a deformed raceway (the surface the track links run on).

2. Impact on Sprocket Segments

• The Problem: Misalignment and excessive slack (or tightness) resulting from an improperly maintained track chain expose the drive system to shock loads and poor meshing.

• The Result: The Sprocket Segments absorb this load poorly, resulting in accelerated tooth root/top wear and increased risk of tooth breakage.

3. Impact on Idler and Carrier Rollers

• The Problem: A worn-out track chain often results in track slack and contributes to track misalignment and tension imbalance across the system.

• The Result:

  • Idlers experience uneven raceway wear and a reduced flange width because they are forced to guide a loose or misaligned chain.

  • Carrier Rollers (top rollers) face derailment impacts and stress from excessive track slack, causing their flange diameter reduction and sometimes body cracks.

4. Overall System Failure

• Ultimately, the neglect of cumulative wear and its chain reaction effects on key components leads to severe system failure:

  • Track derailment (the track comes off).

  • Seal failure (especially in rollers and idlers due to excessive strain).

  • Significant loss of traction and overall machine performance.

Types of Track Links

• Sealed and Lubricated Track Links: Internal lubrication minimizes friction and wear, extending lifespan and reducing maintenance frequency.
• Dry Track Links: Cost-effective with effective debris management, requiring regular external lubrication to maintain optimal performance.

Key Features of KASU Bulldozer Track Links

• Material: High-grade alloy steel for superior strength and durability.
• Construction: Precision engineering ensures exact fit and reliable performance.
• Compatibility: Designed to fit various bulldozer models, enhancing versatility and ease of replacement.

Benefits

• Extended Lifespan: Minimize downtime with track links built to endure heavy use and challenging environments.
• Reduced Maintenance: Choose between reduced maintenance intervals with lubricated options or cost-effectiveness with dry track links.
• Optimal Performance: Improve traction and stability, enhancing overall equipment efficiency and productivity.

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Why Choose Us

We are a professional manufacturer of undercarriage components for excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and skid steer loaders, backed by years of expertise in production. Our extensive product line ensures that we have the right parts in stock to meet your needs. With advanced R&D capabilities, we also provide OEM customization services tailored to your specifications. Our commitment to quality and excellent after-sales service ensures that we stand ready to support your machinery requirements effectively.