Rubber Cleaning Ball for Sieve and Screening Applications

Rubber cleaning balls are widely used as sieve cleaners in vibrating screens and screening machines.
They help prevent mesh clogging by continuously bouncing against the screen surface during operation, ensuring smooth material flow and improving screening efficiency.

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Material Options

We offer two main material types for different working conditions:

  • Natural Rubber (NR): Good elasticity and wear resistance, suitable for general industrial applications
  • Silicone Rubber: Excellent temperature resistance and suitable for food-grade or high-temperature environments

(Polyurethane balls can also be supplied upon request, but are less commonly used)

Available Sizes

Standard sizes include:

⌀16mm, ⌀19mm, ⌀22mm, ⌀24mm, ⌀26mm, ⌀28mm, ⌀30mm, ⌀32mm, ⌀35mm, ⌀38mm, ⌀40mm and ⌀50mm

Custom sizes can also be manufactured according to customer requirements.

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Applications

Rubber cleaning balls are widely used in:

  • Vibrating sieve machines
  • Flour mills and grain processing plants
  • Food processing industries
  • Chemical and powder screening systems

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Rubber Cleaning Ball Specifications

Index Material
Natural Rubber Silicone   Rubber PU
Hardness(shore A) 55-85 70-85
Work temperature(℃) -25~+100 0~+220 -40~+120
Oil resistance Ordinary Ordinary Good
Elasticity Good Ordinary Middle
Wear resistance Ordinary Good Best

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FAQ – Rubber Cleaning Ball

What is a rubber cleaning ball?

A rubber cleaning ball is a spherical cleaning component used in vibrating sieves and screening machines to prevent mesh blockage. It continuously impacts the screen surface during vibration to keep the mesh openings clear.

What are rubber cleaning balls used for?

Rubber cleaning balls are used in vibrating screens, sifters, and sieves to remove trapped particles and reduce screen clogging during material screening processes. They help maintain efficient material flow and consistent screening performance.

What materials are available for rubber cleaning balls?

Rubber cleaning balls are commonly available in natural rubber (NR), silicone rubber, and polyurethane (PU). Different materials are selected based on food safety requirements, wear resistance, and operating temperature.

What industries use rubber cleaning balls?

Rubber cleaning balls are widely used in grain processing, flour milling, feed production, food processing, chemical screening, and powder handling industries where vibrating screens are used.

How do rubber cleaning balls work in a vibrating sieve?

Rubber cleaning balls bounce beneath the screen mesh during vibration. Their repeated contact with the mesh helps dislodge particles stuck in the openings, reducing blockage and improving screening efficiency.

What sizes are available for rubber cleaning balls?

Rubber cleaning balls are available in multiple diameters to match different screen deck designs and mesh sizes. Selecting the correct size helps ensure effective cleaning performance and proper movement under the sieve screen.

Are rubber cleaning balls suitable for food-grade applications?

Yes, food-grade rubber cleaning balls are available using approved materials such as silicone or specific polyurethane formulations. These are commonly used in flour mills, grain processing, and food screening systems.

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