- Typical capacity
- Varies significantly; typically capable of handling individual items from a few grams up to several hundred kilograms, depending on design.
- Power supply
- Motorised sections commonly require 3-phase industrial power (e.g., 400V, 50Hz) or single-phase for lighter duty units. Roller conveyors can be unpowered (gravity-fed).
- Throughput
- Dependent on belt/roller speed and item size; typically ranges from a few items per minute to hundreds per minute for high-speed applications.
- Footprint
- Highly variable based on length and width; straight sections can be several metres long, with widths typically from 300mm to 1200mm.
- Construction materials
- Commonly steel or stainless steel for frames, with belts made from PVC, PU, rubber, or modular plastic. Rollers are often steel or plastic.
- Maintenance requirements
- Typically involves regular inspection of belts/rollers, motor and gearbox checks, lubrication of bearings, and tension adjustments.