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Industrial-Grade Graphite Guide Rollers (Graphite Guide Wheels) | Guide Rollers Specifically Designed for Glass Fiber Drawing | Reduce Wire Breakage and Extend Service Life

Graphite cluster wheels, also known as graphite guide wheels, graphite strand-gathering wheels, or graphite rollers, are core guiding and bundling components in glass fiber drawing production lines. Jiangxi Ningheda New Material Co., Ltd. employs a process combining isostatic pressing, high-temperature sintering, and precision CNC machining to produce high-purity, high-density graphite bundling wheels specifically designed to guide the transport, strand separation, and winding of glass fiber roving.
Ningheda graphite bundling wheels use high-purity graphite as the base material. Through optimized particle ratio and controlled forming pressure, they achieve uniform density and a dense structure. They maintain stable performance under high-temperature conditions of 800–1200°C and during rapid heating and cooling cycles, effectively reducing fiber breakage rates and extending the continuous operating cycle of the equipment.
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Product Description

Ningheda graphite cluster wheels are manufactured in strict accordance with high-end industrial production standards, with rigorous quality control throughout the entire process—from raw material selection to final product shipment. Utilizing high-pressure molding technology to create a dense internal structure, combined with a finely tuned and optimized formulation, these products significantly enhance overall performance. Unlike ordinary graphite wheels on the market, our graphite bundle wheels balance strength with flexibility, ensuring stable operation even under harsh production conditions involving continuous high-temperature operation and frequent thermal cycling.

With extremely low levels of internal impurities, the product will not contaminate or damage glass fibers or various types of wire during production or use. This effectively reduces fiber breakage rates and improves the overall yield rate of finished fiber products. In addition to supplying standard-specification graphite cluster wheels, we offer one-on-one custom manufacturing services tailored to our clients’ on-site equipment parameters, production conditions, and specific requirements. We also provide our partners with industry-specific technical guidance and production optimization solutions to comprehensively address any challenges they may face.

Fine polished graphite cluster wheel with precision single V-groove, center bore for shaft mounting, ideal for glass fiber drawing machine guide roller applications

Compact-V-Groove-Roller

Wide V-groove graphite gathering wheel for heavy fiber bundles 15-25 micron, deep groove design ensures stable bunching of industrial glass fiber roving

Deep-V-Groove-Guide-Wheel

Three specification graphite guide rollers combination for different positions in glass fiber production line, interchangeable sizes for drawing, bunching and winding stages

Mixed-Size-Comparison-Set


Product Specifications

Parameter item

Standard Level

High-purity grade

Graphite Purity

≥99.5% ≥99.95%

Bulk density

1.78-1.82 g/cm³ 1.85-1.90 g/cm³

Shore hardness

50-55 HS 55-60 HS

Flexural strength

≥35 MPa ≥39 MPa

Compressive 

≥70 MPa ≥80 MPa

Resistivity

8.5-12 μΩ·m 10-13 μΩ·m

Surface roughness

≤25 μm ≤25 μm

Customizable dimensions:

·Outer diameter: 50–500 mm

·Groove width: 2–50 mm

·Groove depth: Customized based on fiber diameter

·Inner diameter: 10–100 mm

·Total thickness: 20–120 mm


Twin-groove graphite wheel side profile showing precise groove depth and spacing, engineered for dual-component fiber or two-color yarn synchronized collection

Double-Layer-Fiber-Separator

Five-groove integrated graphite bunching wheel, five parallel V-channels machined in single body, multi-strand fiber collection without cross-winding

Five-Channel-Bunching-Wheel

Six-groove sawtooth precision machined graphite cluster wheel, sharp-angled channels for independent fiber separation, specialized for high-count filament guiding systems

Sharp-Tooth-Multi-Strand-Guide


Key Features of the Product

Compared to standard products on the market, our graphite cluster wheels have been extensively optimized in the following five areas:

  1. The surface has undergone a fine mirror-finish polishing process, resulting in a smooth, burr-free finish that ensures smooth wire movement without scratching the fiber cables.

  2. Excellent self-lubricating properties eliminate the need for additional lubricants, simplifying the production process.

  3. High overall density and compact texture ensure slow wear and tear, extending the replacement cycle.

  4. High machining precision allows for precise customization of groove profiles, hole diameters, and outer diameters, making it compatible with the vast majority of mainstream production equipment.

  5. Lightweight yet highly durable, it is easy to install and suitable for use on various automated production lines.


Main Application Scenarios and Their Benefits

                           Use Cases

                         Specific uses

       Benefits of Using This Product



  Fiberglass Manufacturing Industry



  For the entire process of glass fiber    drawing, bundling, and winding

 Reducing broken and tangled fibers     while improving the uniformity of         finished glass fiber products and       production efficiency are essential        standard features for glass fiber                                factories.



      Metal Wire Processing Industry



       Suitable for wire drawing and                guided conveying processes

          High-temperature and wear-                   resistant, suitable for high-                     temperature wire drawing                   production lines, reducing the               defect rate caused by surface                         scratches on the wire



                The field of precision 

               fiber optic  processing



             For fiber optic routing and                                 arrangement

With its high purity and low-impurity characteristics, it ensures the quality of finished optical fibers and meets the stringent standards of precision        light industrial manufacturing.


                    New Energy and 

             New Materials Industry

       Suitable for lithium-ion battery                  materials and the guided                          conveyance of auxiliary                                photovoltaic  cables

The material is eco-friendly and non-        polluting, meeting the green   manufacturing requirements of the                  new energy industry.


   Synthetic Fiber Spinning Industry

   Used for guiding filament bundles          in  synthetic fiber production,                 compatible with high-speed                                 spinning lines

           Runs smoothly and quietly,                  boosting  overall production                                    capacity

Graphite cluster wheels guide fiber bundles on glass fiber production lines and work in conjunction with industrial robots to enable automated fiber drawing.

Glass Fiber Production

Graphite cluster wheels are used to guide wire bundles during the processing of metal wire (copper wire), ensuring that the wire surface remains free of scratches.

Metal Wire Processing

Precision graphite cluster wheels guide ultra-fine optical fiber bundles in optical fiber drawing equipment, meeting micron-level precision requirements.

Precision Electronic Manufacturing

Graphite cluster wheels are used in the filament winding stage of carbon fiber production lines to support the efficient production of new energy materials

Solar & New Energy Industry

Graphite cluster wheels guide synthetic fiber bundles in chemical fiber spinning workshops, enabling large-scale continuous production.

Chemical Fiber Spinning

▍Business Support Services

In addition to its full range of standard graphite cluster wheels, Jiangxi Ningheda New Material Co., Ltd. also supplies a comprehensive selection of graphite products, including industrial graphite molds, graphite components, and graphite electrodes. We also provide value-added services to our partners, including industry-specific application technical support, production line adaptation and optimization solutions, and technical support for process upgrades. From product supply to technical assistance, we offer a one-stop service dedicated to helping our customers achieve stable production, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. For any procurement or customization needs regarding graphite products, please feel free to contact us online at any time for consultation and discussion.


FAQ

  • Q1: What is the typical service life of your graphite cluster wheels?

    A: Service life depends on specific operating conditions, including temperature, rotational speed, and ambient atmosphere. With proper maintenance, our graphite cluster wheels offer a service life that is at least 30% longer than that of standard products. Please provide details of your operating conditions so we can conduct a detailed assessment for you.

  • Q2: Do you offer customization based on non-standard drawings?

    A: Yes, Jiangxi Ningheda New Material Co., Ltd.  has a professional machining workshop and supports customization based on provided drawings or samples. Whether it involves special bore diameters, groove profiles, or outer diameter dimensions, we can machine them with precision.

  • Q3: Do graphite cluster wheels require regular maintenance during use?

    A: They possess inherent self-lubricating properties, so daily maintenance simply involves keeping the surface clean. No frequent maintenance is required, making them hassle-free and effortless to use.

  • Q4: Does the impurity content of your products meet export standards?

    A: We strictly control impurity levels in all products to ensure compliance with foreign trade export quality inspection requirements. Our products meet the industrial production standards of many countries overseas.

  • Q5: What is the main difference between high-purity and standard grades? How do their applications differ?

    A: The key differences lie in purity and density. High-purity grade (≥99.95%) has extremely low impurity levels and is primarily used in applications with extremely high cleanliness requirements, such as electronic-grade glass fiber and aerospace fibers. Standard grade (≥99.5%) offers better value for money and is suitable for general industrial applications, such as standard industrial glass fiber and construction-grade glass fiber. If customers are unsure, we recommend first providing the application area of the final product so we can assist in determining the appropriate grade.



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