DH Type Dryer Elevator Bucket Overview

DH type dryer elevator bucket is specially designed for low-temperature grain drying applications. It provides gentle conveying and helps reduce grain damage during the drying process.

This design concept is derived from advanced grain drying systems developed in Japan and Taiwan, where careful handling of grains is essential for maintaining product quality.

Applications

DH type buckets are widely used in grain drying systems for:

  • Paddy
  • Wheat
  • Maize / Corn
  • Beans and pulses
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Rapeseed
  • Sorghum
  • Cocoa and coffee

Use advice

  • It is used for a high-speed centrifugal material lifting style.
  • Recommend “(Z-Y)+10%” capacity as the use capacity for your engineer design;
  • Below the table, the size is for HDPE material. Because of the differences in the material shrinkage, the Nylon and PU elevator bucket size is approximately more than 2%.

Technical Drawing

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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)
DH1106 116 62 62 13 63 2 7 0.17 0.11 0.10
DH1406 143 64 71 19 76 2 7 0.22 0.18 0.16
DH1409 147 94 87 20 96.5 2 7 0.42 0.21 0.19
DH1808 189 83 79 20 100 2 7 0.53 0.37 0.34
DH1909 198 95 89 20 100 2 7 0.85 0.63 0.57
DH1910 197 100 87 17 65 2 7 0.74 0.34 0.31
DH2010 196 102 94 18.5 100 2 7 0.91 0.66 0.60
DH2512 255 123 116 30 140 2 9 1.40 1.10 1.00

Note: Installation holes and hole diameter can be customized.

 

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Working Principle

During the drying process, DH buckets are designed to handle materials gently, minimizing impact and reducing grain breakage. This is especially important in low-temperature drying systems where product quality must be preserved.

Design Background

The DH bucket follows a design concept commonly used in advanced grain dryer systems, particularly those developed in Japan and Taiwan. These systems emphasize stable conveying and low grain damage during drying operations.

DX Type Comparison

For higher temperature drying applications, DX type buckets are also available:

  • DH type – designed for low-temperature drying with gentle conveying
  • DX type – designed for high-temperature drying applications

Both types are suitable for similar grain materials, but are selected based on drying temperature and system requirements.

DM vs DH vs DX Bucket Comparison

Different bucket designs are developed for specific applications in grain processing and drying systems:

  • DM type – designed for rice milling applications, using a sliding discharge method to ensure gentle conveying and minimize grain damage, especially for maintaining rice appearance
  • DH type – designed for low-temperature grain drying systems, providing stable and gentle conveying to reduce damage during the drying process
  • DX type – designed for high-temperature drying applications, combining high capacity with low-damage conveying for dried grain, feed, and seed materials
Bucket Type Application Key Feature Working Condition
DM Rice milling Sliding discharge, ultra low damage Normal temperature
DH Grain drying Gentle conveying, low damage Low-temperature drying
DX Grain drying High capacity + low damage High-temperature drying

These bucket types are widely used in advanced grain processing and drying systems, with design concepts derived from technologies developed by companies such as KANEKO (Japan) and SUNCUE (Taiwan).

Performance Advantage

DH type buckets help improve overall drying system performance by reducing grain damage and maintaining product quality during conveying.

  • Lower grain damage rate
  • Gentle material handling
  • Stable operation in drying systems
  • Suitable for continuous processing

Engineering Considerations

For optimal performance, the following factors should be considered:

  • Drying temperature
  • Material type
  • Elevator speed
  • System configuration

FAQ – DH Dryer Elevator Bucket

What is a DH dryer elevator bucket?

A DH dryer elevator bucket is a specialized bucket designed for low-temperature grain drying systems. It provides gentle conveying to reduce grain damage during the drying process and is commonly used in agricultural drying equipment.

What applications are DH dryer buckets used for?

DH dryer buckets are widely used in grain drying systems for paddy, wheat, maize, beans, rapeseed, sunflower seeds and other agricultural materials that require careful handling during drying.

What is the advantage of a DH dryer elevator bucket?

The main advantage of a DH dryer bucket is gentle material handling. It helps reduce grain breakage and preserves product quality during continuous drying and conveying operations.

What materials are available for DH dryer buckets?

DH dryer elevator buckets are commonly manufactured in HDPE, Nylon and PU materials. HDPE offers lightweight performance, Nylon provides improved wear resistance, and PU delivers higher impact resistance and durability.

What is the difference between DH and DX dryer buckets?

DH buckets are designed for low-temperature drying systems and focus on gentle conveying with reduced grain damage. DX buckets are designed for high-temperature drying applications where higher heat resistance is required.

Are DH dryer buckets suitable for rice drying systems?

Yes. DH dryer buckets are commonly used in rice drying equipment because they help protect grain quality and reduce cracking or breakage during conveying.

How do I choose the correct DH dryer bucket size?

Bucket selection depends on grain type, dryer capacity, elevator speed, bucket spacing and conveying requirements. Dimensions such as A, B and C are commonly used for model selection.

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