SKU: 1123913

Shearpin 8mm x 30mm Hollow Steel for Direct Drive unit

Name: Shearpin 8mm x 30mm Hollow Steel for Direct Drive unit
Brand: Dalton Engineering
SKU: 1123913
Price: 0.72 GBP
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Shearpin 8mm x 30mm Hollow Steel for Direct Drive unit.

Plain end for easy removal.

These are a direct replacement for the dome headed (Rivet) type.

How to use

Line up the hole in the sprocket with the hole in the drive arm and insert the shearpin.

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Shearpin 8mm x 30mm Hollow Steel for Direct Drive unit FAQs

What are 8mm hollow shear pins used for?

They are designed to protect the feeder drive system. If the chain jams or becomes overloaded, the pin shears before more expensive components are damaged.

Which feeding systems are they suitable for?

These shear pins are commonly used with Big Dutchman and Dalton chain-feeding systems. Always check the pin diameter and length against the original before ordering.

Why should I use the correct shear pin rather than a standard bolt?

A genuine-specification shear pin is designed to break at a controlled load. An ordinary bolt may be too strong, potentially causing damage to the gearbox, drive unit or feeder chain.

What should I check if shear pins keep breaking?

Switch off and isolate the system, then inspect for a jammed chain, trapped material, damaged corners, excessive chain tension or an obstruction in the trough. Replacing the pin without correcting the cause may result in repeated failures.