Sure thing! Let’s compare those rubber tracks on an excavator to the tires on your car. Just like your car’s tires, excavator tracks don’t have a one-size-fits-all lifespan. They can last anywhere from 1,200 to 2,000 hours of operation, but that’s a ballpark figure. To give you a clearer picture, if your excavator worked a 40-hour week, every week, those tracks would need a checkup or possibly replacement after 1.5 to 2 years.
Now, why such a range? Several factors affect their longevity. The type of job you’re doing, the surfaces the excavator is running on, and how well you’re taking care of those rubber tracks make all the difference. It’s like how city driving wears down car tires differently than highway driving.
If your excavator is spending all day moving over rough, rocky surfaces, those tracks will wear out quicker – imagine sprinting on a gravel path, your shoes will take a beating. On the flip side, if the machine’s strolling over soft soil or grass, the tracks can live a longer life, similar to walking on a soft track.
But it’s not just the surface. The way the excavator is driven matters too. Aggressive driving, quick turns, or constantly pushing the machine to its limits – like frequent fast starts and stops while driving your car – means saying goodbye to those tracks sooner.
Maintenance could be your best friend here. Regular cleaning, tension adjustments, and visual inspections are the equivalent of taking your car in for those routine check-ups and tire rotations. It’s all about prolonging the life of what’s keeping you moving.
Weight is another factor – just as overloading your car will wear out the tires faster, the same goes for an excavator. Overburden with weight, and the tracks will cry for an early retirement.
In essence, while rubber tracks could potentially cross the 2,000-hour mark, treat them like your car’s tires: monitor their wear, use them wisely, maintain them, and they might just thank you with a few more hours of work. It’s down to a mix of operational conditions, the environment, and a bit of TLC (tender loving care).
Fulian Operation Team
2024.6.18
