DX Type Elevator Bucket Overview

DX type elevator bucket is a specialized bucket designed for high-temperature grain drying applications. It combines high capacity, high efficiency, and low-damage conveying, making it suitable for modern grain processing systems.

Its design concept is derived from advanced grain dryer systems developed by KANEKO (Japan) and SUNCUE (Taiwan), where both performance and grain protection are critical.

Design Advantage

DX buckets feature an optimized internal structure with a sliding design at the back of the bucket. This increases internal capacity while maintaining gentle material flow during conveying.

  • Increased bucket capacity
  • Improved material flow
  • Reduced impact during discharge

Applications

DX type elevator buckets are widely used in high-temperature drying systems for:

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

They are especially suitable for dried grain, post-processed feed, and seed materials requiring low-damage handling.

Use advice

  • It is used for low-speed gravity-style material lifting style;
  • Recommend the bucket installation distance, the height of the bucket back height C size+15mm;
  • Recommend “capacity (L) ” as the use capacity for your engineering 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		 Water Level
(Z-Y)
DX2118 218 195 210 60 140 2 9 4.20
DX2918 290 175 195 70 100 3 9 5.40
DX3321 335 215 215 65 85 5 9 9.30
DX3921 405 215 220 65 100 4 11 9.30
DX4721 485 217 215 75 95 5 11 11.50

Note: Fitting holes and hole diameter can be customized.

 

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Working Principle

DX buckets combine sliding material transfer with controlled discharge, reducing sudden impact during conveying. This helps maintain grain integrity even under high-temperature drying conditions.

DH Type Comparison

DX and DH buckets are both used in grain drying systems but differ in temperature application:

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

Both types are suitable for similar materials, and selection depends on system temperature and process 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

DX buckets provide a balance between high capacity and low damage, improving overall system efficiency while maintaining grain quality.

  • High conveying capacity
  • Reduced grain damage
  • Stable operation in drying systems
  • Suitable for continuous processing

Engineering Considerations

For optimal performance, the following factors should be considered:

  • Drying temperature
  • Material characteristics
  • Elevator speed
  • Bucket spacing and configuration

 

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