Friction Driven Rollers

High-performance friction driven rollers designed for controlled, efficient and reliable product movement within powered conveyor systems

Features and options

  • Light duty driven roller- fitted with nylon sprockets
  • Medium duty push fit driven roller - fitted with steel 14 tooth x ½” sprocket
  • Made in the UK
  • All friction driven conveyor rollers have single or double sprocket options available
  • Stainless steel, steel and plastic tube options available

Why Choose Friction Driven Rollers?

Our friction driven rollers are designed to deliver flexibility, control and long-term reliability.

Smooth and controlled movement using driven rollers, ideal for applications requiring accumulation and flow management.

Compatible with chain driven rollers and sprocket roller systems, allowing flexible integration into powered conveyor setups.

Durable drive roller construction, suitable for continuous use in demanding industrial environments.

Low maintenance driven rollers, ensuring efficient performance with minimal downtime.

These rollers are a key solution for achieving controlled handling in powered conveyor systems.

Controlled Movement for Efficient Handling

Friction driven rollers are engineered to transfer motion through contact with a drive shaft, belt or chain driven roller system, allowing smooth and consistent movement of products. Unlike fully fixed systems, each driven roller can slip when required, helping to manage product flow and prevent damage. Often used alongside sprocket rollers and chain driven rollers, these systems are ideal for applications where controlled accumulation and gentle handling are essential.

Specifications

Type 450 conveyor roller

The FASTRAX Type 450 roller drive has a single 11 tooth x 1/2 “ pitch nylon sprocket and is designed for use in light duty driven roller conveyors. The roller can be made as either a fixed drive or a friction drive roller. Also available in stainless steel tube, spindle and bearings to be used in the food handling industry as a higher specification alternative to grooved rollers. In addition a true taper roller is available to suit 800mm inside radius bends.

Specification

Load rating

30kg per roller (dependent on roller length)

Bearing specification

Precision - options of steel shielded or 2RS bearings available Mild steel or stainless steel bearing options also available

Tube material options

Mild steel, self colour / zinc plated, stainless steel

Spindle material options

Mild steel, self colour / zinc plated, stainless steel

Spindle type options

Spring loaded, female threaded, male threaded, flatted, cross drilled

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Type 500 conveyor roller

The FASTRAX Type 500 roller is available with single or double sprocket options. The 14 tooth x 1/2" pitch sprockets are also available in either steel or nylon, to suit your individual needs. Diameter options ranging from 50mm up to 102mm and can be fully welded for maximum high load rating, especially when used in pallet handling systems. The roller can also be made with stainless steel tube, spindle and bearings to be used in the food handling industry, with the nylon sprocket option for light loads and a fully stainless steel option if required. In addition a true taper roller is available to suit 800mm inside radius bends.

Specification

Load rating

200kg per roller (dependent on roller length)

Bearing specification

Precision - options of steel shielded or 2RS bearings available Mild steel or stainless steel bearing options also available

Tube material options

Mild steel, self colour / zinc plated, stainless steel

Spindle material options

Mild steel, self colour / zinc plated, stainless steel

Spindle type options

Spring loaded, female threaded, male threaded, flatted, cross drilled

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Friction Driven Rollers – Frequently Asked Questions

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Friction driven rollers are used in conveyor systems to move products with controlled speed and allow accumulation without causing damage.

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A chain driven roller uses a chain and sprocket system to transmit power, often used in heavier-duty conveyor applications.

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Sprocket rollers are driven rollers fitted with sprockets to engage with chains, providing positive drive in conveyor systems.

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Driven rollers can be powered directly, such as with chain driven rollers, while friction driven rollers use contact-based drive to allow controlled slip and accumulation.

Quality design and build

Quality design and build

Our focus on quality starts with sourcing only the best raw materials, rejecting anything that falls outside our strict tolerances.

During manufacture your order is checked at each stage before passing through to the next process. This also contributes to our ability to meet orders on time.

General Information

Friction driven rollers are an important component in powered conveyor systems where controlled movement and accumulation are required. By using friction to transfer drive, each driven roller allows for flexible operation, enabling products to pause or queue without interrupting the overall system. These systems are often used alongside chain driven rollers and sprocket rollers to create efficient and adaptable conveyor solutions.

Their design also helps reduce wear on both the rollers and the products being transported. Available in a range of sizes and configurations, including drive roller and sprocket roller options, friction driven rollers can be tailored to meet specific operational needs, offering a balance of efficiency, control and durability.

Reliable Driven Rollers for Conveyor Systems

Modern driven rollers are built to deliver consistent performance in high-demand environments. Whether configured as friction driven rollers, chain driven rollers or sprocket rollers, they provide the flexibility needed for efficient material handling.

Suitable for integration into new or existing systems, these drive roller solutions help improve workflow, reduce product damage and enhance operational efficiency. Their combination of control, durability and low maintenance makes driven rollers an essential component in modern conveyor systems.