When choosing the wheels for a rail electric transfer cart, you need to consider a variety of factors to ensure the performance and safety of the transfer cart. Here are some key selection criteria:
Universal wheel: Universal wheel can achieve high-precision movements such as forward and backward, left and right rotation, longitudinal and horizontal movement, and M-shaped walking of the transfer cart, allowing the car to travel in all directions. This type of wheel is suitable for scenarios that require highly flexible movement.
Mecanum wheel: Mecanum wheel is a common wheel for AGV automated vehicles. It can move and turn quickly without changing the direction of the robot. It is particularly suitable for robots that need to move sideways. Because Mecanum wheels can move sideways, they are usually used on AGV vehicles operating in narrow spaces and can enter and exit from any direction.
Solid tire: Suitable for short-distance, low-speed, high-load transportation scenarios such as warehouses and factories. Solid tires have a simple structure, are durable, and have low maintenance costs, but have large rolling resistance, high energy consumption, and are subject to certain restrictions on driving speed.
Pneumatic tire: Similar to car tires, it is made of materials such as rubber and steel wire and is filled with compressed air. Pneumatic tires have good cushioning performance and grip, improve driving stability and comfort, and have low rolling resistance, which can effectively reduce energy consumption. However, the maintenance cost is high, and it is necessary to check the air pressure and replace worn tires regularly.
Polyurethane tires: They have excellent wear resistance, oil resistance, water resistance, low temperature resistance, low rolling resistance, can effectively reduce energy consumption, and have good cushioning performance and grip, long service life, and low maintenance cost. However, the price is relatively high, and it needs to be selected according to the actual use scenario.
Rubber tires: They have good elasticity and grip, provide stable driving performance, good wear resistance, long service life, and low maintenance cost. However, they have large rolling resistance, high energy consumption, and weak resistance to high temperature and chemicals.
Special tires: Such as anti-skid tires, anti-static tires, anti-explosion tires, etc., designed according to specific use scenarios and needs, provide better performance and safety.
In summary, the choice of wheels needs to be determined according to the specific working environment, load requirements, and budget. No matter which wheel or tire is chosen, the right one is the best. During the selection process, consider consulting a professional or conducting a field test to ensure that the selected wheel can meet the work needs and ensure safety.