PU Drive Wheel for Photovolatic Industry AGV Robot

This industrial-grade stainless steel core polyurethane wheel is engineered as a high-performance drive solution for the strict environmental and mechanical demands of the photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry. Utilizing a proprietary NDI-based or high-molecular polyurethane recipe, the tread offers supreme tear and abrasion resistance, completely preventing material shedding or particle contamination that could compromise solar cell efficiency.

The wheel's contact profile undergoes micron-level CNC machining to guarantee absolute concentricity (≤0.3mm), ensuring predictable friction coefficients and precision tracking for automated guided vehicles. The high-grade stainless steel (SS) hub provides maximum rigidity and heavy load bearing while resisting the humid, chemical, or dust-heavy environments common in solar cell chemical processing and panel assembly areas.

Technical Parameter

Core Material: Aluminum Alloy, Carbon Steel, Cast Iron, Customizable

Temperature Range: -25℃ to 70℃

Wheel Diameter: 120mm, Customizable

Tread Width: 50mm, Customizable

Load Capacity: 150kg

Moving Speed: 5.4km/h

Hardness: Shore 90-95A

Applications

Engineered for highly specialized automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) across the solar energy manufacturing chain:

Silicon Ingot & Wafer Handling: AGVs transporting heavy, delicate silicon ingots and sliced wafer cassettes between slicing and cleaning stations.

Solar Cell Processing Lines: Automated mobile robots operating around wet chemistry, diffusion, and coating equipment where chemical resistance is required.

PV Glass & Module Assembly: Heavy-capacity AGVs transferring large, heavy photovoltaic glass sheets and framed solar modules to lamination and testing bays.

Finished Goods Warehousing: High-frequency smart shuttles moving completed solar panel pallets into automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS).

Why Choose AstraRoll's PU Drive Wheel for Photovoltaic Industry AGV Robots?

Zero Particle & Chemical Contamination: Cleanliness is vital in solar cell fabrication. AstraRoll's proprietary PU compound is non-dusting and does not shed micro-particles under friction. Combined with a premium stainless steel core, the wheel stands up to humidity and chemical vapors without rusting or degrading.

Delamination-Free Bond Under High Shear: Photovoltaic manufacturing AGVs carry exceptionally heavy payloads and run 24/7, placing severe shear stress on the drive wheels during frequent starting and stopping. AstraRoll uses a specialized multi-stage thermal bonding process and premium chemical primers, ensuring the PU tread and stainless steel hub never separate or delaminate.

Micro-Vibration Control for Fragile Wafers: Solar wafers are incredibly brittle; micro-shocks or axis wobbling from low-quality wheels can cause micro-cracks and ruin production yields. Our wheels feature an optimized, high-rebound elastomer structure paired with a precision CNC-machined core to eliminate mechanical vibrations, ensuring smooth, shock-free transit.

Minimal Rolling Resistance & Energy Saving: Engineered with an advanced low-hysteresis polyurethane formula, our wheels minimize internal heat buildup and kinetic energy loss. This results in up to 15% lower rolling resistance, reducing battery consumption for your AGV fleet and extending operational uptime per charge.

Q1. Are you a trader or direct factory?

We are a direct manufacturing factory with over 20 years of expertise in high-end industrial rollers, casters and material handling solutions. Our facility operates with ISO-certified quality management systems, allowing us to maintain full control over production cycles and quality standards. Throughout two decades of growth, we have established deep, long-term strategic partnerships with several listed companies and global automation leaders, proving our reliability as a high-tier industrial supplier.

Q2. What are your main products?

AstraRoll specializes in the engineering and production of three core product lines: Industrial Rollers, Heavy-Duty Wheels, and Precision Casters. We do not just sell components; we provide integrated movement and transport solutions. Our products are widely utilized across high-demand sectors, including: New Energy, Lithium Battery, Mining, Heavy Industry, Medical Institutional, Agriculture and Logistics.

Q3. What about delivery time?

We deeply understand that project timelines are critical.
Standard Products: Usually dispatched within 7–15 working days if the components are in stock.
Customized/OEM Orders: Depending on the complexity and volume, the lead time typically ranges from 20–35 days. This includes time for technical drawing confirmation, specialized tooling, and rigorous pre-shipment testing.
Shipping Methods: We offer flexible global logistics solutions, including FOB and CIF terms. We ship via Sea Freight (for bulk industrial orders), Air Freight (for urgent project needs), and International Express (DHL/FedEx/TNT) for smaller components or samples.

Q4. How can I get a quote for customized products?

Since a significant portion of our business involves specialized engineering, pricing is tailored to your specific technical requirements. To provide an accurate quote, please provide the following details: Technical Drawings or Sketches, Application Environment, Quantity, Special Requests. Our engineering team typically reviews and responds to custom inquiries with a formal quotation within 24–48 hours.

Q5. What is your payment?

TT / Paypal / Western Union / LC / Credit Card etc. are all available to us.