AA Industrial Elevator Bucket Overview

AA type industrial elevator bucket is designed as a plastic alternative to traditional steel buckets. It is suitable for industrial applications where corrosion resistance, weight reduction, and durability are important.

Design Concept

Unlike conventional metal buckets, AA buckets are made from engineered plastic materials such as HDPE and Nylon. This reduces weight and improves resistance to corrosion and wear in harsh environments.

Applications

AA type buckets are widely used in industrial material handling, including:

  • Ore
  • Sand and gravel
  • Coal
  • Fertilizer
  • Clay
  • Salt
  • Limestone
  • Cement

These applications differ from agricultural uses such as grain or seed conveying.

Material Options

Available materials include:

  • HDPE – suitable for general industrial use
  • Nylon – higher strength and better wear resistance

Technical Drawing

aa industrial elevator bucket (plastic alternative to steel buckets)

Specifications

Model Bucket Dimension(mm) Capacity(L)
Length
A		 Proj.
B		 Depth
C		 Usable   Level
(Z-Y)+10%		 Water   Level
(Z-Y)
AA4X3 103 78 78 0.23 0.21
AA5X4 134 105 105 0.63 0.57
AA6X4 160 105 105 0.75 0.68
AA7X4 184 105 105 0.92 0.84
AA7X5 180 130 134 1.39 1.26
AA8X5 206 130 134 1.62 1.47
AA9X5 232 130 134 1.83 1.66
AA9X6 238 156 156 2.39 2.17
AA10X6 264 156 1586 2.67 2.43
AA11X6 290 156 156 2.95 2.68
AA12X6 320 165 160 3.39 3.08
AA12X7 314 180 180 4.40 4.00
AA14X7 365 180 180 5.38 4.89
AA14X8 365 206 206 6.38 5.80
AA16X8 416 206 206 7.33 6.66
AA18X8 460 206 206 8.43 7.66
AA18X10 460 258 258 12.10 11.00
AS13X7 340 195 200 2.28 2.17
AS18X7 470 175 185 4.40 4.00

Performance Advantage

AA buckets offer several advantages over steel buckets:

  • Reduced weight
  • Improved corrosion resistance
  • Lower maintenance requirements
  • Suitable for harsh industrial environments

Application Position

AA type buckets are mainly used in industrial conveying systems rather than agricultural applications, providing a practical alternative where traditional steel buckets are commonly used.

Engineering Considerations

For optimal performance, the following factors should be considered:

  • Material type
  • Working environment
  • Load conditions
  • Elevator system compatibility

Why Choose King Tiger Instead of Standard Buckets

Compared with standard elevator buckets, the King Tiger series is designed for higher strength, longer service life, and improved performance in demanding applications.

Standard buckets

  • Designed for general applications
  • Limited wear resistance under heavy-duty conditions
  • Shorter service life in abrasive environments

King Tiger buckets

  • Reinforced structure with thicker walls and edges
  • Enhanced abrasion and impact resistance
  • Longer service life with reduced maintenance
  • Improved material discharge performance
  • Interchangeable with standard bucket types

Upgrade your existing bucket system without changing your equipment — King Tiger offers a stronger and more durable solution.

 

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