Single sprocket with hub, pitch 1/2", 8 teeth

MR Piñón simple 1/2" Z8 belongs to sprockets and gears, part of our Power transmission range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for Piñón simple 1/2" Z8 and any equivalents.

The simplex sprocket 1/2" Z8 from MR is a chain drive sprocket with an integrated hub and 8 teeth, made from SAE 1045 steel. It transmits motion between parallel shafts in industrial machinery, where a specific ratio and compact mounting are needed. The 1/2" pitch matches chains of that pitch, and the hub allows fixing to the shaft with a key or set screw. This sprocket is supplied by MR Industrial Accessories LLC.

This simplex sprocket has a single row of teeth, a 1/2" pitch, and 8 teeth (Z8). It is machined from SAE 1045 carbon steel, known for good strength and hardenability in power transmission applications. The hub is the central section that mounts on the shaft. The 1/2" pitch means only chains of that pitch will mesh correctly. With 8 teeth, it provides a short transmission ratio, often used as a driving or output sprocket.

Typical applications include chain drives in agricultural machinery, conveyors, elevators, mixers, and material handling equipment. It also appears in factory implements and drive mechanisms where space is limited and a sprocket with few teeth is required. The hub adapts to shafts with a keyway or to screw fixings, depending on the equipment design. It is a commonly replaced part in industrial maintenance.

When selecting, confirm the chain pitch is 1/2" and the number of teeth matches the desired ratio. Check the shaft diameter and the hub fixing method: key, set screw, or both. Proper alignment between sprocket and chain is critical to avoid premature wear. For high speeds or loads, consider balancing and lubrication. SAE 1045 can be hardened if the service demands it, but that is determined at the factory.

For an equivalent, provide the original sprocket's full code, number of teeth, pitch, and shaft diameter. With that information, we can suggest an alternative in the same series or a custom manufacturing option. We can also advise on the compatible chain and fixing elements. The more precise your details, the faster we can give you a useful answer.

To request a quote for this simplex sprocket 1/2" Z8 or to ask about other sizes, send the code MR-PINON-SIMPLE-1-2-Z8 via WhatsApp or email to MR Industrial Accessories LLC. We will reply with the alternatives that best fit your equipment. If you need a sprocket with a different number of teeth or pitch, we can also advise.