DS Type Elevator Bucket Overview

DS type elevator bucket is a deep bottom bucket designed in metric dimensions, offering higher capacity and efficient gravity discharge. It shares the same working principle as D type buckets but is manufactured based on metric size standards.

This type of bucket is especially suitable for applications requiring reliable lifting of larger particle materials with stable discharge performance.

Applications of DS Elevator Bucket

DS type elevator buckets are widely used in:

  • Grain handling systems
  • Feed processing plants
  • Agricultural bulk material conveying
  • Seed conveying systems
  • Bulk material handling applications

It is commonly used in North America and China, where metric size systems are widely adopted.

Product Features

The DS elevator bucket is designed for efficient conveying of bulk materials, especially those with larger particle sizes. Its deep bottom structure allows for higher filling capacity and gravity-assisted discharge.

  • Deep bottom design for higher capacity
  • Suitable for larger particle materials
  • Gravity discharge for efficient operation
  • Metric size for compatibility with specific systems
  • Reliable performance in continuous conveying

The DS type plastic elevator bucket features a deep bottom design, while the corresponding DQ type is a shallow bottom bucket. Both share similar A and B dimensions (e.g., DS2314 and DQ2314), allowing flexible replacement and system compatibility.

DS buckets are generally recommended for larger particle materials, offering higher capacity and efficient gravity discharge, while DQ buckets provide more controlled discharge for lighter materials.

Both types are widely used in North America (including Tapco systems) and China. The final selection depends on material characteristics and conveying requirements.

Material Options

Available materials include:

  • HDPE – lightweight, cost-effective, suitable for general applications
  • Nylon – higher strength and wear resistance
  • PU (Polyurethane) – excellent impact resistance and longer service life

Different materials can be selected based on working conditions such as abrasion, temperature, and impact requirements.

Use advice

  • It is suitable for gravity discharge and mixed discharge;
  • A, B and C side shown in the below table is for HDPE material. For the different shrinkage of different materials Nylon and PU elevator bucket size is approximately increased by 2%;
  • Recommend using (Z-Y)+10% capacity data as your engineering design use.

Technical Drawing

ds deep bottom elevator bucket drawing

Specifications

Model Bucket Dimension(mm) Mounting   Holes(mm) Capacity(L)
Length
A		 Proj.
B		 Depth
C		 From   Top
D		 Hole   Centres
E		 No.   of
Holes		 Hole
diameter		 Total   Level
(X-Y)		 Usable   Level
(Z-Y)+10%		 Water   Level
(Z-Y)
DS0705 78 55 71 20 40 2 7 0.16 0.07 0.06
DS0807 90 75 64 20 50 2 7 0.25 0.15 0.14
DS1009 104 90 82 24 50 2 7 0.4 0.29 0.26
DS1109 116 92 85 25 60 2 7 0.42 0.3 0.27
DS1307 130 75 80 25 60 2 7 0.4 0.24 0.22
DS1309 130 90 80 25 60 2 7 0.5 0.25 0.23
DS1311 134 115 94 35 60 2 7 0.75 0.56 0.51
DS1411 145 110 96 35 60 2 7 0.75 0.59 0.54
DS1508 152 84 78 18 76 2 7 0.47 0.35 0.32
DS1511 150 115 94 35 80 2 7 1.07 0.9 0.8
DS1612 165 124 110 40 90 2 7 1.1 0.81 0.74
DS1613 164 139 124 40 90 2 9 1.4 1.12 1.02
DS1812 188 125 115 40 120 2 9 1.2 0.73 0.66
DS1814 188 140 127 40 120 2 9 1.7 1.32 1.2
DS2010 202 102 98 20 120 2 7 1 0.83 0.75
DS2014 206 140 117 40 120 2 9 1.65 1.05 0.95
DS2312 235 125 118 40 120 2 9 1.7 1.32 1.2
DS2314 237 142 127 40 85 3 9 2.1 1.6 1.45
DS2316 236 164 148 45 85 3 9 2.88 1.85 1.68
DS2511 250 114 115 25 125 2 7 1.5 0.99 0.9
DS2616 268 162 145 45 90 3 9 3.15 2.3 2.09
DS2812 280 126 116 40 100 3 9 2 1.63 1.48
DS2814 285 140 127 40 100 3 9 3 2.2 2
DS2816 282 168 149 45 100 3 9 3.6 2.75 2.5
DS2823 289 230 190 55 100 3 9 6.7 4.85 4.41
DS2916 297 170 155 45 110 3 9 4 2.77 2.52
DS2919 295 197 178 50 75 4 9 5.8 4.72 4.29
DS3114 312 147 146 45 80 4 9 3.26 2.3 2.09
DS3116 313 168 154 45 85 4 9 4.4 3.09 2.81
DS3118 312 190 170 45 85 4 9 4.8 3.47 3.15
DS3121 316 218 195 55 85 4 9 7.6 6.2 5.56
DS3518 358 190 174 50 95 4 9 5.8 4.5 4.1
DS3621 365 220 200 55 95 4 9 8.5 7.1 6.45
DS4118 419 190 178 50 85 5 9 8.4 5.64 5.13
DS4121 418 222 200 55 85 5 9 10.4 8.77 7.97
DS4621 460 220 200 55 95 5 9 12 9.8 8.9
DS4822 480 223 210 68 76 6 11 13 9.24 8.4
DS5121 519 228 203 55 90 6 11 13.11 11.66 10.6

 

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Compared with DQ type buckets

  • DQ type – shallow bottom, centrifugal discharge, suitable for high-speed systems and light materials
  • DS type – deep bottom, gravity discharge, suitable for lower-speed systems and larger particle materials

Both types share similar dimensions (e.g., DQ2314 and DS2314), allowing flexible replacement based on application requirements.

DS Type vs Other Elevator Buckets

Compared with other bucket types, we offer a complete range of elevator buckets for different capacity requirements and system standards. We offer both inch size and metric size bucket types to match different system standards:

  • D type – deep bottom bucket in inch size, recommended for high-capacity conveying and heavy-duty applications
  • S type – shallow bottom bucket in inch size, suitable for light bulk materials and stable, gentle conveying
  • DS type – deep bottom bucket in metric size, suitable for high-capacity conveying in metric system installations
  • M type – medium-capacity bucket in metric size, ideal for balanced conveying where both capacity and discharge control are required
  • DQ type – shallow bottom bucket in metric size, suitable for lower capacity and more controlled discharge applications

This range allows customers to select the most suitable bucket type based on capacity, material characteristics, and system standards.

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Steel vs Plastic Deep Bottom Elevator Buckets (DS & D Type Comparison)

Feature DS Steel Bucket (Deep Bottom) D Plastic Bucket (Inch Size) DS Plastic Bucket (Metric Size)
Material Carbon steel / Stainless steel HDPE / Nylon / PU HDPE / Nylon / PU
Manufacturing Method One-piece deep drawing (stamped) Injection molded Injection molded
Structure Seamless, high strength Lightweight, integrated Lightweight, integrated
Weight Heavy Light Light
Strength Very high, suitable for heavy-duty use Moderate Moderate
Wear Resistance Excellent for abrasive materials Good Good
Corrosion Resistance Lower (needs coating or SS) Excellent (non-corrosive) Excellent (non-corrosive)
Capacity Design Deep bottom, high capacity Standard D type Deep bottom, higher capacity
Size Standard Metric sizes Inch sizes Metric sizes
Customization Limited (mold-based) Limited Limited
Application Cement, mining, high-temp, heavy materials Grain, feed, agriculture Grain, feed, bulk materials
Temperature Resistance High temperature suitable Medium (depends on material) Medium (depends on material)
Cost Higher initial cost, long life Lower Lower

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  • Stable production for bulk orders across standard models
  • Consistent quality control for grain, feed and bulk material handling applications
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