To change the direction of travel on a conveyor, which component is used?

To change the direction of travel on a conveyor, the bend pulley is specifically designed for this purpose. A bend pulley, positioned at an angle, redirects the conveyor belt, allowing it to traverse around corners or curves. This adjustment is essential when designing conveyors that need to navigate obstacles or fit in specific layouts within a facility.

The bend pulley achieves this redirection while also maintaining tension on the conveyor belt, which helps prevent slippage and wear. Its design allows for a smooth transition of the belt, minimizing potential damage and ensuring efficient operation.

Other components, while important in conveyor systems, serve different roles. The snub pulley primarily helps to increase tension on the belt or change its contact angle with the drive pulley. The tail pulley is typically found at the end of the conveyor system and serves to return the belt, while the head pulley is located at the discharge point, where it drives the belt forward. None of these components are specifically designed to alter the direction of travel as effectively as the bend pulley does.