Stainless Steel Textile Guide Rollers are precisely engineered components for guiding and maintaining smooth movement of fabrics in textile processing machinery. Made out of stainless steel seamless tubing, stainless steel welded tubing or solid bars, stainless steel textile guide rollers ensure smooth web handling, alignment and efficient operation even in humid production conditions. Due to their corrosion resistant characteristics, these products are able to resist various environmental influences, such as dyes, finishing chemicals, humidity and cleaning products, while correct surface finishing eliminates the risk of fabric marking under the influence of continuous operation. Customized stainless steel textile guide rollers of various sizes can be made by request based on customer's equipment needs and engineering drawings. Amardeep Steel supplies stainless steel textile guide rollers for textile machinery and processing applications.
Technical Data
Specifications of Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller
Attribute | Detail Specification |
|---|---|
Product Name | Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller / SS Guide Roll |
Available Grades | SS 304, SS 304L, SS 316, SS 316L |
Raw Material Forms | Heavy-wall Tubes (Shell), Solid Round Bars (Journals/Shafts), Plates (End Caps/Flanges) |
Governing Standards | ASTM A554 / A511 (Mechanical Tubing), ASTM A269 / A312 (Tubes/Pipes), ASTM A276 (Bars) |
Dimensional Reference | ISO 5249 |
Outer Diameter (OD) | Custom sizes from 38 mm up to 300 mm (1.5" to 12") |
Face Length | Custom lengths up to 4,500 mm |
Surface Finish Options | No. 4 Satin Polish, No. 8 Mirror Polish, Matte/Bead Blasted, Hard Chrome Plated |
Balancing Grade | Dynamically Balanced up to ISO 21940-11 Grade G6.3 / G2.5 |
Documentation | EN 10204 3.1 Material Test Certificate (MTC), PMI Report, Dimensional Inspection Report |
Chemical Compositions of Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller
Element | SS 304 | SS 304L | SS 316 | SS 316L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Carbon (C) | 0.08 max | 0.030 max | 0.08 max | 0.030 max |
Manganese (Mn) | 2.00 max | 2.00 max | 2.00 max | 2.00 max |
Phosphorus (P) | 0.045 max | 0.045 max | 0.045 max | 0.045 max |
Sulfur (S) | 0.030 max | 0.030 max | 0.030 max | 0.030 max |
Silicon (Si) | 1.00 max | 1.00 max | 1.00 max | 1.00 max |
Chromium (Cr) | 18.0 – 20.0 | 18.0 – 20.0 | 16.0 – 18.0 | 16.0 – 18.0 |
Nickel (Ni) | 8.0 – 11.0 | 8.0 – 12.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 |
Molybdenum (Mo) | — | — | 2.00 – 3.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 |
Nitrogen (N) | 0.10 max | 0.10 max | 0.10 max | 0.10 max |
Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller Mechanical Properties
Property | SS 304 | SS 304L | SS 316 | SS 316L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tensile Strength, min | 515 MPa (75 ksi) | 485 MPa (70 ksi) | 515 MPa (75 ksi) | 485 MPa (70 ksi) |
Yield Strength (0.2% offset), min | 205 MPa (30 ksi) | 170 MPa (25 ksi) | 205 MPa (30 ksi) | 170 MPa (25 ksi) |
Elongation (in 50mm), min | 40% (Plate) / 30% (Bar) | 40% (Plate) / 30% (Bar) | 40% (Plate) / 30% (Bar) | 40% (Plate) / 30% (Bar) |
Hardness, max (Brinell) | 201 HBW | 201 HBW | 217 HBW | 217 HBW |
Hardness, max (Rockwell B) | 92 HRB | 92 HRB | 95 HRB | 95 HRB |
Physical Properties of Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller
Property | SS 304 / 304L | SS 316 / 316L |
|---|---|---|
Density | 8.00 g/cm³ | 8.00 g/cm³ |
Modulus of Elasticity | 193 GPa | 193 GPa |
Thermal Conductivity (at 100°C) | 16.2 W/m·K | 16.3 W/m·K |
Mean Thermal Expansion (0–100°C) | 17.2 × 10⁻⁶ /K | 15.9 × 10⁻⁶ /K |
Specific Heat (0–100°C) | 500 J/kg·K | 500 J/kg·K |
Electrical Resistivity (at 20°C) | 0.72 μΩ·m | 0.74 μΩ·m |
Melting Range | 1400°C – 1450°C | 1375°C – 1400°C |
Magnetic Permeability | Non-magnetic (annealed) | Non-magnetic (annealed) |
Equivalent Grades of Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller
Grade | UNS | EN Number / Name | JIS | AISI / ASTM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SS 304 | S30400 | 1.4301 / X5CrNi18-10 | SUS 304 | 304 |
SS 304L | S30403 | 1.4306 / X2CrNi19-11 | SUS 304L | 304L |
SS 316 | S31600 | 1.4401 / X5CrNiMo17-12-2 | SUS 316 | 316 |
SS 316L | S31603 | 1.4404 / X2CrNiMo17-12-2 | SUS 316L | 316L |
Size and Dimensions Capabilities of SS Textile Guide Roller
Parameter | Standard Capability Range | Custom Options |
|---|---|---|
Outer Diameter (OD) | 38 mm to 219 mm | Custom ODs up to 300 mm |
Shell Wall Thickness | 3.0 mm to 10.0 mm | Heavy-wall options for anti-deflection |
Face (Working) Length | 500 mm to 3,500 mm | Extended face lengths up to 4,500 mm |
Journal Diameter | 20 mm to 65 mm | Step-turned shaft profiles per drawing |
Journal Length | 50 mm to 250 mm | Threaded, keyway, or plain shaft ends |
Applications and Industrial Uses of Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller
- Fabric Processing Machines
- Textile Dyeing Machines
- Fabric Finishing Equipment
- Printing and Coating Machines
- Calendering Machines
- Textile Drying Systems
- Washing and Scouring Machines
- Continuous Textile Production Lines
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller?
A Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller is a precision-machined roller used to guide and support fabric during textile processing.
What is a Stainless Steel Textile Guide Roller used for?
It is used to maintain smooth fabric movement, accurate alignment, and controlled web handling in textile machinery.
What type of stainless steel is used for textile guide rollers?
Common grades include SS 304 and SS 316, selected according to corrosion resistance and operating conditions.
Can Stainless Steel Textile Guide Rollers resist dyes and chemicals?
Yes, stainless steel provides good resistance to many textile dyes, finishing chemicals, moisture, and cleaning agents.
What surface finish is suitable for a textile guide roller?
A smooth, polished surface is generally preferred to reduce friction, fabric marking, and surface damage.
What sizes are available for Stainless Steel Textile Guide Rollers?
Sizes can vary by machine requirements, including customized diameters, lengths, and wall thicknesses.
Can Stainless Steel Textile Guide Rollers be custom manufactured?
Yes, they can be manufactured to specified dimensions, technical drawings, and application requirements.
Are Stainless Steel Textile Guide Rollers suitable for dyeing machines?
Yes, they are suitable for dyeing machines because of their corrosion resistance and smooth fabric-contact surface.
