Overview
The Martin 160B12 is a single-pitch roller chain sprocket engineered for reliable power transmission in industrial machinery and motion control systems. This sprocket is manufactured from high-carbon steel and meets or exceeds ANSI standards for precision, durability, and consistent performance.
Key Features
- Manufactured from high-carbon steel for durability and wear resistance
- Type B hub design with flat sprocket plate and hub extension for compact mounting
- Reboreable plain bore allows customization to any required shaft diameter
- Precise machining with bores concentric to pitch line, minimizing run-out
- Meets ANSI standards for #160 roller chain applications
Technical Specifications
The Martin 160B12 sprocket is designed for #160 ANSI roller chains with the following key dimensions:
- Number of Teeth: 12
- Chain Pitch: 2.0 inches (#160)
- Bore Diameter (Stock): 1.5 inches (reboreable)
- Outside Diameter: 8.664 inches
- Pitch Diameter: 7.727 inches
- Hub Diameter: 5.5 inches
- Length Through Bore: 2.5 inches
- Material: Steel (non-hardened teeth)
- Hub Style: Type B (flat plate with single-side hub extension)
- Number of Strands: 1 (single strand)
Typical Applications
The Martin 160B12 sprocket is used across a wide range of industrial equipment, including conveyor systems, drives, packaging machinery, and general material handling. Its robust steel construction and reboreable design make it suitable for retrofit or new equipment installations requiring precise power transmission with minimal backlash.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- #160 ANSI standard roller chain
- Single-strand drive systems
- Machinery designed for 2-inch pitch chain sprockets
- Industrial automation and conveyor applications
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Martin 160B12 is the direct equivalent for any OEM or aftermarket sprocket requiring a #160 chain sprocket with 12 teeth and Type B hub design. Verify bore diameter and keyway requirements with your system integrator before ordering, as the plain bore may require machining to your specific shaft diameter.
Works With
- #160 ANSI roller chain (any manufacturer)
- Standard shaft diameters up to 3.75 inches (with reboring)
- Keyways, set screws, and hardened teeth modifications available through Martin
- Compatible with bearing and bushing mounting solutions
