Mini roll hay balers are an indispensable piece of equipment for modern farming operations. These machines offer a simple and efficient way to collect, compress, and bundle hay for easier handling, storage, or transportation. With core components like bearings, gears, and pumps, these round balers come with a one-year warranty and are designed to be easy to operate. They are suitable for farms and come with video outgoing-inspection and machinery test reports for quality assurance. The baler's dimensions are 115*130*120cm, and it weighs 390 KG. It can be powered by a tractor between 18 to 50 HP and can produce 80-120 bales per hour. The pickup width is 800, and the bale size is 500*700. After warranty service includes video technical support and online support. The machinery is CE certified and is packaged in international standard containers for shipping from the port of Qingdao.
The Advantages of Mini Roll Hay Balers
Mini roll hay balers bring several benefits to farming operations including:
- Efficiency: With the capacity to produce 80-120 bales per hour, these machines significantly speed up the baling process, saving time and labor.
- Easy Operation: Designed with simplicity in mind, these balers are easy to operate, reducing the learning curve for new users.
- Compact Size: Their compact dimensions (115*130*120cm) make them suitable for smaller farms where space might be limited.
- Tractor Compatibility: These balers can be powered by a tractor between 18-50 HP, making them versatile for different farm sizes and tractor models.
- Quality Assurance: With the provision of machinery test reports and video outgoing-inspection, you can be assured of the quality and performance of these balers.
- After-Sales Support: With video technical support and online support available after warranty, you can have peace of mind knowing that help is available when you need it.
Applications of Mini Roll Hay Balers
Mini roll hay balers have a wide range of applications, including:
- Hay Baling: They are primarily used for collecting, compressing, and bundling hay into compact cylindrical bales for easier handling, storage, or transportation.
- Straw Baling: Besides hay, they can also be used for baling straw, providing an efficient way to manage agricultural waste after harvest.
- Silage Baling: These balers can also be used for making silage bales, helping to preserve the nutritional value of forage crops for livestock feed.
- Landscaping: In landscaping operations, these balers can be used to collect and bundle grass clippings and leaves for easier disposal or composting.
- Recycling Operations: Some recycling facilities use these balers for compacting recyclable materials like paper and cardboard into bales for easier handling and transportation.
- Erosion Control: The bales produced by these machines can also be used for erosion control in construction and landscaping projects.
Tractor Mounted Mini Hay Round Baler Working Principle
The working principle of a tractor-mounted mini hay round baler involves several key steps to efficiently collect, compress, and bind hay or straw into compact cylindrical bales:
- Attachment to Tractor: The mini hay round baler is attached to the tractor's three-point hitch or mounted on the rear of the tractor using appropriate brackets. It is typically powered by the tractor's power take-off (PTO) system, which provides the necessary rotational power.
- Pick-Up Mechanism: The baler is equipped with a pick-up mechanism at the front, which consists of a series of tines or belts. As the tractor moves forward, the pick-up mechanism collects the loose hay or straw from the ground and transfers it to the baling chamber.
- Feeding and Compression: The hay or straw is fed into the baling chamber through the pick-up mechanism. Inside the baling chamber, there is a rotating drum or rotor with spiral-shaped vanes or belts. The material is fed into the space between the rotor and the chamber wall, where it is rolled and compressed.
- Formation of Bale: As the material is continuously fed into the baling chamber, the rotating drum or rotor compresses it, gradually forming a cylindrical shape. The chamber is designed with adjustable side plates or rollers to control the size and density of the bale.
- Binding Process: Once the desired size of the bale is reached, the mini hay round baler initiates the binding process. It typically uses twine or netting to secure the bale. The twine or netting is automatically fed into the baler, and it wraps around the bale in a crisscross pattern to hold it together.
- Bale Ejection: Once the baling and binding process is complete, the mini hay round baler ejects the finished bale. It can be released onto the ground or onto a bale wagon or trailer attached to the rear of the baler. Some balers also have a hydraulic ejection system that pushes the bale out of the chamber.
- Repeat Process: After the bale is ejected, the mini hay round baler is ready to repeat the process for the next bale. The pick-up mechanism continues to collect the hay or straw, and the cycle of feeding, compression, binding, and ejection is repeated until the desired number of bales is produced.
How to Install the Mini Hay Round Baler to Tractor?
Installing a mini hay round baler to a tractor involves a few key steps to ensure proper attachment and secure operation:
- Check Compatibility: Before installing the baler, ensure that it is compatible with your tractor. Check the specifications and requirements provided by the baler manufacturer to ensure it can be safely attached to your tractor's three-point hitch or mounting brackets.
- Position the Tractor: Park the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking brake. Ensure that the tractor is turned off and the PTO is disengaged.
- Align the Baler: Position the mini hay round baler behind the tractor, aligning it with the three-point hitch or mounting brackets. Ensure that the baler's hitch or brackets are at the correct height for attachment.
- Attach the Lower Linkage: Lower the three-point hitch of the tractor to align the lower linkage arms with the baler's hitch or brackets. Insert the lower linkage pins through the appropriate holes on both sides and secure them with the locking devices provided.
- Attach the Top Link: Connect the top link of the tractor to the baler's top link bracket. Adjust the length of the top link to ensure proper alignment and maintain the desired working position of the baler. Double-check that all attachment points are securely fastened and locked. Ensure that there is no excessive play or movement between the tractor and the baler.
- Connect the PTO Shaft: Locate the PTO shaft on the baler and align it with the PTO output shaft on the tractor. Slide the PTO shaft onto the tractor's PTO shaft, ensuring that the splines engage properly. Secure the PTO shaft with the provided safety chain or locking mechanism.
- Test Operation: Start the tractor and engage the PTO. Observe the rotation of the baler's components to ensure smooth operation. Check for any unusual noises or vibrations that may indicate improper installation or alignment.
Common Troubleshooting for Mini Roll Hay Balers
Troubleshooting common issues with a tractor-mounted mini hay round baler involves identifying and addressing problems that can affect its performance and the quality of the bales produced:
- Baler Not Starting or Operating: This could be due to PTO connection issues, insufficient hydraulic pressure, or electrical faults. Ensure the PTO shaft is correctly connected and that the tractor's PTO output matches the baler's requirements. Check the hydraulic system for leaks or low pressure and repair as necessary. Inspect electrical connections and fuses for faults.
- Uneven or Loose Bales: This could be due to incorrect tension settings, uneven windrow feeding, or worn parts. Adjust the baler's tension settings according to the manufacturer's instructions. Ensure even and consistent feeding of the windrow into the baler. Replace any worn belts, rollers, or other parts affecting bale formation.
- Baler Jamming or Clogging: This could be due to overfeeding, wet or overly dry material, or mechanical obstructions. Feed the material at a consistent rate to avoid overloading the baler. Avoid baling excessively wet or dry material. Clear any obstructions in the baler's intake or mechanism.
- Bales Not Tying or Wrapping Properly: This could be due to twine or net wrap issues, malfunctioning tying or wrapping mechanism, or incorrect settings. Check and refill twine or net wrap supplies. Inspect the tying or wrapping mechanism for damage or malfunctions and repair or adjust as necessary. Ensure settings for tying or wrapping are correctly configured.
- Excessive Wear or Damage to Baler Components: This could be due to lack of maintenance, incorrect settings, or operating beyond capacity. Regularly inspect and maintain the baler, including lubrication and part replacements. Adjust settings to match the operating conditions and material being baled. Avoid operating the baler beyond its designed capacity.
- Poor Baler Performance or Efficiency: This could be due to incorrect tractor-baler setup, improper PTO speed, or baler not leveled. Ensure the baler is correctly attached and leveled on the tractor. Adjust the PTO speed to match the baler's requirements. Check that the baler is properly configured for the tractor's capabilities.
Why Choose AGKNX's Mini Hay Round Baler?
AGKNX Agricultural Machinery Co., Ltd. has been engaged in the research and development of agricultural machinery, such as PTO shafts, agricultural gearboxes, agricultural chains, agricultural pulleys, and agricultural sprockets. Our company has more than 100 employees, among which there are 20 technical staff and five senior R&D personnel. Besides, we have abundant financial resources and two advanced casting, forging, machining, heat treatment, and lacquering production lines, and we use CAD computer-aided design system. Our production technology is strong and the equipment is advanced, including lathing, milling, planing, stamping, cutting plate, and electric welding. We have accumulated more than ten years of experience in production, and mainly produce farming machinery, planting machinery, harvesting machinery and its accessories, and matching machines, which are set up by the main tractor manufacturers in China.
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