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Screw Conveyor Capacity Calculator

Screw Conveyor Capacity Calculator

This tool provides a preliminary capacity estimate and size recommendation for tubular and U-trough screw conveyors based on bulk material, conveyor type, length, inclination angle and screw speed.

3D Conveyor Preview

Select the conveyor type to view the related 3D model.

Screw conveyor reference photo

3D preview loading. Reference image shown.

Step 1: Select Calculation Mode

Step 2: Select Conveyor Type

Step 3: Select Bulk Material

Step 4: Design Conditions

Enter the target capacity you need. The calculator will suggest a suitable diameter and screw speed.
Enter the screw rotation speed after gearbox, not the motor input speed.

Preliminary calculation; the material factors and motor estimate require engineering approval. “Other” material does not establish a suitable product or motor.