- Typical capacity
- Varies significantly based on roller material, diameter, and frame construction, but commonly handles items up to several hundred kilograms per metre.
- Power supply
- Gravity roller conveyors are unpowered, relying on product weight and incline for movement.
- Typical roller material
- Commonly steel, stainless steel (for food-grade applications), or PVC/plastic for lighter loads or specific environments.
- Typical frame material
- Often mild steel, galvanised steel, or stainless steel, depending on the intended operating environment and hygiene requirements.
- Typical roller pitch
- Ranges from 50mm to 200mm, selected to ensure at least three rollers are in contact with the smallest item being conveyed.
- Maintenance requirements
- Generally low, primarily involving periodic cleaning and inspection of rollers and bearings for smooth operation.