Screw Conveyor Calculator
Screw diameter and speed from volumetric capacity.
Inputs
t/hr
mm
kg/m³
m
%
°
Results
Operating RPM
60 RPM
Actual throughput
18.32 t/hr
Required RPM (uncapped)163.7 RPM
CEMA max RPM60 RPM
Volumetric capacity22.9 m³/hr
Incline capacity factor100%
Motor power0.37 kW
Motor power0.5 HP
Shaft torque59.4 N·m
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the required material throughput in cubic feet per hour or tons per hour.
- Set screw diameter, pitch, and RPM.
- Input material bulk density and trough fill percentage.
- Review actual capacity, required horsepower, and shaft torque.
- Use the HP and torque values to select motor, gearbox, and coupling specifications.
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