Chain Disc Connection Link

The Chain Disc Connection Link is a mechanical joining component used to connect the ends or service sections of a chain-disc feed conveyor. It helps form a continuous conveying chain so that the carrier discs can move dry feed reliably through the enclosed pipe circuit.

In automatic livestock feeding systems, the connection link must withstand repeated tensile loading as the chain passes through straight tubes, drive units and corner assemblies. A correctly matched connector also helps maintain chain pitch and smooth engagement with the drive mechanism.

The component is suitable for pig farms, poultry farms and other livestock projects using enclosed chain-disc feed transport. It can be used during initial installation, chain extension, repair or replacement of damaged chain sections.

Link dimensions, material, surface treatment and compatibility can be supplied according to the chain specification and project requirements.

• Secure Chain Connection: Joins chain-disc conveyor sections to create a continuous feed transport loop.
• High Mechanical Strength: Designed to withstand repeated tensile forces generated during normal conveyor operation.
• Accurate Chain Compatibility: Correct geometry helps maintain chain pitch and proper engagement with drive wheels and corner assemblies.
• Compact Profile: Designed to pass through compatible feed pipes and corner units without creating excessive obstruction.
• Convenient Maintenance: Allows damaged or worn chain sections to be repaired without replacing the entire conveyor chain.
• Corrosion-Resistant Options: Galvanized or other corrosion-resistant steel configurations are available for livestock house environments.
• Suitable for System Expansion: Useful when extending or modifying existing chain-disc conveying circuits.
• Low Maintenance: Simple mechanical construction requires minimal routine service when correctly installed.
• Customizable: Link size and configuration can be matched to different chain, disc and conveyor pipe specifications.

• Connector Body: Main load-bearing section that joins the adjacent chain ends.
• Link Ends: Shaped to engage securely with compatible chain links.
• Locking Section: Depending on the design, a mechanical closing or locking arrangement helps prevent accidental separation during operation.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Galvanized or corrosion-resistant treatment can help improve durability in humid livestock environments.
• Matched Chain Interface: Connector dimensions are selected to suit the specified feed-chain size and pitch.

During installation, the two ends of the chain-disc conveyor are positioned together and joined with the connection link. Once secured, the connector becomes part of the continuous chain loop.

When the drive unit operates, pulling force passes through the connection link in the same way as through the standard chain links. The complete chain and its carrier discs then move through the conveying tube, carrying feed toward the required discharge points.

Correct connector installation is important because an improperly closed or mismatched link can interfere with the drive sprocket, corner wheel or conveying pipe and may reduce the reliability of the complete feeding system.

• Commercial pig farm chain-disc feeding systems
• Sow and breeding farm feed distribution
• Piglet nursery feeding systems
• Growing and finishing pig houses
• Poultry feed conveying systems
• Automatic dry-feed distribution lines
• Chain-disc conveyor installation
• Feed-line repair and maintenance
• Chain conveyor extension projects
• New pig farm construction
• Existing livestock equipment upgrades
• Steel structure livestock building projects

• Connector link dimensions
• Compatible chain diameter and pitch
• Compatible carrier-disc diameter
• Steel grade
• Galvanized or corrosion-resistant surface treatment
• Connection and locking structure
• Compatibility with existing feed conveyor chains
• Bulk spare-parts packaging for farm projects or distributors
• OEM dimensions available upon request
• Designed according to the complete feed conveying system requirements

System Shutdown: Disconnect and isolate the feed conveyor drive before opening the chain circuit or performing maintenance.

Chain Preparation: Position the two chain ends together and verify that the connector matches the chain diameter, pitch and link geometry.

Connection: Install the connector through the corresponding chain ends and secure the locking structure according to the selected connector design.

Alignment Check: Confirm that the completed connection follows the natural chain profile and does not protrude excessively beyond adjacent links.

Manual Test: Where practical, move the chain slowly through the drive and corner areas before full operation to verify unobstructed passage.

Routine Inspection: During scheduled feed-line maintenance, inspect the connection link for deformation, corrosion, excessive wear or incomplete closure and replace it if necessary.

In a new chain-disc feeding project, the connection link is used when completing the endless conveyor loop after the chain has been routed through the feed pipes, corner assemblies and drive unit.

For existing commercial pig farms, connection links can simplify maintenance because a damaged section of feed chain can be removed and replaced locally rather than replacing the complete conveying chain.

For distributors, engineering contractors and large livestock groups, connection links are also practical spare parts for routine feed-system maintenance and emergency repairs.

Q: What is a chain disc connection link?

A: It is a mechanical connector used to join two ends or sections of the chain in an enclosed chain-disc feed conveying system.

Q: Is a connection link an actual component of livestock chain-disc systems?

A: Yes. Chain connector links are specified as individual service components in commercial chain-disc feed delivery systems and are used together with disc feed chain, steel tubing, corners and drive units.

Q: Can one link fit every feed conveyor chain?

A: No. The connector must match the chain diameter, link geometry and pitch of the specific conveying system.

Q: Can it be used to repair a broken chain?

A: Yes. Where the remaining chain is in suitable condition, the connector can be used as part of a properly completed chain-section repair.

Q: Can it be used when extending a feed line?

A: Yes. Compatible connection links can be used when installing additional chain during a properly engineered conveyor extension.

Q: Does the link pass through the conveyor corners?

A: A correctly matched connector is designed to travel with the chain through compatible feed tubes, drive components and corner assemblies.

Q: What information is required before ordering?

A: Please provide the existing chain dimensions, chain pitch, carrier-disc diameter, conveyor pipe size, required quantity and photographs or drawings of the original chain where available.