Agricultural PTO Shaft for PEECON Vertical Feed Mixer 1600, 1700

Product Description	size 7 * S8* RA2 1.75-6 * overrunning	S8 Overrunning device
Type of Part	overrunning device
Make	Bondioli & Pavesi
Model	RA2
Series	SIZE 7
Vendor	Bondioli & Pavesi
major diameter	1.75
number of splines	6
cuj-end	-
connection	tapered pin
style	clamp

Overview of PTO Shaft for PEECON Vertical Feed Mixer 1600, 1700

The agricultural PTO shaft for a PEECON Vertical Feed Mixer 1600 or 1700 is a critical drivetrain component designed to transfer rotational power from a tractor's PTO system to the feed mixer. This shaft provides the mechanical link that enables the mixer to perform its essential functions, such as processing, mixing, and distributing animal feed efficiently.

The PTO shaft typically consists of two telescoping sections (an inner and outer tube), allowing for adjustable length to accommodate various tractor-mixer setups. It also features universal joints at both ends to ensure smooth power transmission, even when the angle between the tractor and the feed mixer shifts during operation.

The shaft is constructed from durable, high-strength materials like steel to handle heavy workloads and resist wear, as the feed mixer operates in demanding agricultural environments. Safety features, such as protective guards or shields, are often included to prevent accidents during operation. Proper maintenance—such as greasing the joints and inspecting for damage—is crucial for ensuring longevity and consistent performance.

Common Applications of PTO Shaft for Vertical Feed Mixers

The PTO shaft for vertical feed mixers plays an essential role in modern agricultural operations, specifically in the preparation and distribution of feed for livestock. These shafts are designed to transfer mechanical power from a tractor’s PTO system to the feed mixer, enabling it to perform various critical tasks. Below are the common applications of PTO shafts in vertical feed mixers, explained in detail:

1. Powering the Mixing Mechanism: One of the primary applications of a PTO shaft in vertical feed mixers is to drive the mixing mechanism. The PTO shaft transfers rotational power from the tractor to the mixer’s internal augers or blades. In vertical feed mixers, these vertical augers are responsible for lifting, folding, and blending feed ingredients such as silage, hay, grain, and supplements into a uniform mixture. Proper mixing ensures that livestock receive a balanced diet, improving their health and productivity.

2. Chopping and Processing Feed: Many vertical feed mixers are equipped with knives or cutting edges on the augers. A PTO shaft powers these components, allowing the mixer to chop longer forage, hay, or straw into smaller, more manageable pieces while mixing. This process improves feed digestibility and reduces waste, as livestock can consume the feed more efficiently.

3. Distributing Feed: Once the feed is mixed, the PTO shaft continues to drive the discharge mechanism, such as conveyor belts, augers, or side discharge doors. This ensures that the feed is evenly distributed along feeding troughs or directly into feeding areas. Consistent distribution is critical for ensuring all livestock have equal access to the feed.

Advantages of Using the PTO Drive Shaft for Vertical Feed Mixers

The PTO drive shaft plays a crucial role in the operation of vertical feed mixers in agriculture, offering several advantages that enhance efficiency, safety, and overall performance. Here are some of the key advantages of using a PTO drive shaft for vertical feed mixers:

1. Efficient Power Transfer: The PTO drive shaft ensures efficient and reliable power transfer from the tractor to the vertical feed mixer, enabling smooth operation of the mixer’s components. This efficiency reduces energy waste, allowing farmers to maximize the tractor’s power output while maintaining consistent mixing performance.
2. Versatility Across Tractor Models: PTO shafts are designed to be compatible with various tractor models, thanks to their adjustable length and standardized connections. This versatility allows farmers to use the same feed mixer with different tractors, making it a cost-effective and adaptable solution for diverse farm setups.
3. Enhanced Feed Mixing Quality: By powering the vertical augers and blades, PTO shafts enable thorough blending of feed ingredients. This results in a consistent and homogenous feed mix, ensuring that all livestock receive a balanced diet, improving their health, productivity, and reducing feed waste due to uneven distribution.
4. Durability and Longevity: Constructed from high-strength materials like steel, PTO drive shafts are built to withstand heavy workloads, high torque, and demanding agricultural conditions. Their rugged design ensures durability, reducing the frequency of replacements or repairs and lowering overall operational costs for farmers.
5. Adaptability to Uneven Terrain: Equipped with universal joints, PTO shafts can accommodate changes in angle and alignment between the tractor and the feed mixer. This adaptability ensures smooth operation even on uneven or rough terrain, making it suitable for farms with challenging layouts or varying field conditions.

How to Replace a Damaged Tractor PTO Shaft for a Vertical Feed Mixer?

Replacing a damaged tractor PTO shaft for a vertical feed mixer is a task that requires caution and attention to detail to ensure safety and proper functionality. Here's a general step on how to replace a damaged tractor PTO shaft for a vertical feed mixer:

1. Ensure Safety Before Starting the Replacement: Turn off the tractor and engage the parking brake. Disconnect the tractor from the feed mixer and ensure the PTO system is completely disengaged. Wear protective gloves and safety goggles to prevent injuries while handling heavy components and sharp edges.
2. Remove the Damaged PTO Shaft: Detach the damaged PTO shaft from both the tractor’s PTO output shaft and the feed mixer’s input shaft. This is typically done by unlocking quick-release pins or loosening set screws. Carefully slide the shaft off to avoid damaging the spline connections.
3. Prepare the New PTO Shaft for Installation: Before installation, inspect the new PTO shaft for defects. Apply grease to the splines, universal joints, and telescoping tubes to ensure smooth operation. Check that the protective guards are intact and secure to enhance safety during use.
4. Install the New PTO Shaft: Attach one end of the new PTO shaft to the tractor’s PTO output shaft and secure it using the locking mechanism. Extend or retract the telescoping shaft as needed, then connect the other end to the feed mixer’s input shaft, ensuring a proper fit and secure attachment.
5. Test the PTO Shaft and Mixer Operation: Start the tractor at a low RPM and engage the PTO system to test the new shaft. Observe for smooth rotation and proper alignment. Listen for unusual noises and check for vibration. Once verified, gradually increase the RPM to ensure optimal performance of the vertical feed mixer.

Why Choose AGKNX's Agricultural PTO Shaft?

AGKNX specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing PTO shafts, industrial cardan shafts, car driveshafts, u-joint coupling shafts, universal joints, etc. The annual turnover is 60 million RMB, 9 million dollars, and it's increasing year by year. Our products have gained a great reputation from Europe, America, Asia, Australia, and North American customers. We are among the top 3 professional OEM suppliers for many agricultural implement factories in the domestic market. We already have the CE, TS/16949, and ISO9001 certificates and systematic manufacturing equipment and QC team to guarantee our quality and delivery. We warmly welcome every friend to visit us and establish the mutually beneficial long-term relationship cooperation.

Advantages of Choosing AGKNX:

1. Safety Shield Types and Colors Based on Your Requirements: We offer a variety of safety shield types and colors to meet your specific needs. Whether you require shields for agricultural or industrial applications, we can customize designs to ensure durability and compliance with safety standards, providing optimal protection.
2. Wide Range of Universal Joints: Our product range includes a comprehensive selection of universal joints for various applications. Designed to ensure reliability and performance, our universal joints are compatible with multiple machines and equipment, delivering smooth operation and reduced wear over time.
3. Large Inventory for Fast Delivery: We maintain a substantial inventory of products, allowing us to provide quick and efficient delivery to meet your deadlines. Our streamlined logistics and stock management systems ensure that you receive the products you need without unnecessary delays.
4. Variety of Abrasives, Tools, and Parts: In addition to shafts and joints, we supply a wide range of abrasives, tools, and components to support your agricultural and industrial operations. Our diverse selection guarantees that you have access to the parts necessary for efficient and seamless workflows.
5. Customization and OEM Support: We specialize in providing highly customized solutions and OEM services tailored to your specific requirements. Whether you need unique designs, branding, or specialized manufacturing, our team works closely with you to deliver products that match your exact specifications.