In modern manufacturing facilities, production lines often require conveyors that can run both straight and around curves without interrupting product flow. The 880 TAB Plastic Slat Chain is designed specifically for these applications. Featuring a side-flexing design with reinforced guide tabs, this chain conveyor delivers smooth operation, excellent product stability, and reliable performance even on high-speed curved conveyor systems. It is widely used in the beverage, food, pharmaceutical, and logistics industries.
What Is the 880 TAB Plastic Slat Chain?
The 880 TAB Plastic Slat Chain is a side-flexing plastic chain conveyor manufactured from high-strength POM (Polyoxymethylene) and connected by stainless steel pins. Its TAB (Tab Guided) design incorporates guide tabs on both sides of each chain module, allowing the chain to negotiate curves smoothly while maintaining accurate tracking and continuous product flow.
Compared with straight-running plastic slat chains, the 880 TAB enables conveyor systems with tighter turning radii, reducing installation space and eliminating unnecessary transfer points. It has become the preferred solution for beverage bottling, breweries, dairy processing, food production, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and packaging lines where bottles, cans, jars, and cartons must travel through multiple curves at high operating speeds.
Standard Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chain Material | POM (Polyoxymethylene) |
| Pin Material | Stainless Steel 304 or Plastic |
| Chain Pitch | 38.1 mm (1.5") |
| Chain Type | Side-Flexing TAB (Tab Guided) |
| Chain Surface | Flat Top |
| Standard Widths | 82.6 mm (K325), 114.3 mm (K450), 152.4 mm (K600), 190.5 mm (K750) |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Approximately 500 mm (depending on conveyor design) |
| Maximum Speed | Up to 50 m/min |
| Maximum Tensile Load | Up to 2,100 N (depending on model and operating conditions) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +90°C (Standard POM) |
| Available Colors | Light Brown, White, or Manufacturer Standard |
| Typical Applications | PET Bottles, Glass Bottles, Aluminum Cans, Cartons, and Packaged Products |
Popular 880 TAB Chain Models
| Model | Chain Width (mm) | Chain Width (inch) | Minimum Turning Radius |
|---|---|---|---|
| 880 TAB K325 | 82.6 | 3.25" | 500 mm |
| 880 TAB K450 | 114.3 | 4.50" | 500–610 mm |
| 880 TAB K600 | 152.4 | 6.00" | 610 mm |
| 880 TAB K750 | 190.5 | 7.50" | 610 mm |
Key Advantages
Flexible Conveyor Layout
The 880 TAB chain allows conveyor systems to connect equipment positioned at right angles or parallel to each other without requiring rotary tables or complicated transfer mechanisms. Unlike the 821 and 820 plastic slat chains, the 880 TAB is specifically engineered for curved conveyor applications.
Improved Product Stability
Its flat conveying surface and optimized turning radius help keep PET bottles, glass bottles, beverage cans, and other containers stable while traveling through high-speed curves, reducing the risk of tipping or product damage.
Low Friction & Long Service Life
Manufactured from premium-grade POM, the chain offers outstanding wear resistance and low friction when operating against curved wear strips. This minimizes maintenance requirements and extends both chain and conveyor component life.
Industrial Applications
Thanks to its excellent side-flexing capability, the 880 TAB Plastic Slat Chain is widely used in Side-flexing plastic chain conveyor belt systems, maximizing floor space while maintaining continuous product flow throughout the production line.
Beverage Industry
Ideal for conveying PET bottles, glass bottles, aluminum cans, bottled water, soft drinks, beer, and dairy products through filling, labeling, packaging, and palletizing operations.
Food Processing
Suitable for transporting cooking oil, soy sauce, milk, bottled sauces, canned foods, and packaged food products while meeting hygienic production requirements.
Pharmaceutical & Personal Care
Widely used for handling medicine bottles, saline solutions, disinfectants, cosmetics, and personal care products where cleanliness and stable conveying are essential.
Logistics & Packaging
Designed for sorting systems, packaging lines, and material handling applications involving cartons, plastic crates, trays, and finished products while optimizing conveyor layouts in limited floor space.
Buy Genuine 880 TAB Plastic Slat Chains from Belota
Selecting the wrong curved conveyor chain can result in premature TAB failure, excessive wear, chain derailment, and costly production downtime. Inferior recycled plastic chains often fail quickly because the guide tabs experience significant friction when negotiating conveyor curves.
Belota supplies premium 880 TAB Plastic Slat Chains with:
- Genuine TAB models, including K325 and K450, compatible with most curved guide tracks.
- 100% virgin POM material for exceptional wear resistance and long service life.
- Professional engineering support, including turning radius verification to ensure proper chain compatibility.
- Leading global brands, including Rexnord, System Plast, Hongsbelt, and Uni Chains.
If you're replacing an existing curved conveyor chain or designing a new conveyor system, Belota's engineering team can recommend the most suitable solution for your application.
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Conclusion
The 880 TAB Plastic Slat Chain combines flexible side-flexing performance, durable POM construction, and a reinforced TAB guiding system to ensure smooth conveying through curves while protecting products and extending conveyor service life. Belota offers genuine 880 TAB chains from internationally recognized manufacturers, backed by expert technical consultation to help customers achieve reliable, efficient, and long-lasting conveyor performance.
