Rexnord™ 6997 Series MatTop™ Chain
The Next Evolution of High-Performance Pasteurizer Chain
Meet the Chain Built for Today’s Toughest PWC Tunnels
The next evolution of pasteurizer chain performance is here, and it fits right into your existing tunnels. The 6997 Series offers a seamless retrofit from its predecessor, the 5997 Series, using the same conveyor structure, DTS‑C® transfer combs and sprockets. With 15% greater strength, superior chemical resistance, and faster assembly and disassembly, it’s a straightforward upgrade that delivers immediate performance gains.
That's not all the 6997 Series delivers. When container stability and smooth transfers are critical, the straight‑line ribs, improved stiffness, and a robust USP material formulation gives the 6997 Series the precision and durability needed for consistent handling across demanding PWC applications. Whether you’re moving lightweight cans or heavier containers, this conveyor chain helps minimize tippage, reduce product loss, and maintain a steady, reliable flow.
Elevate Performance with a Material Advantage
Decades of material innovation led Regal Rexnord to develop USP, the proprietary polypropylene blend behind the 6997 Series. USP, or Ultrastabilized Polypropylene material, transforms the 6997 Series into a powerhouse of durability.
Designed specifically for chemically aggressive pasteurizer, warmer, cooler (PWC) tunnel applications, USP stands firm where standard materials fail. This advanced formulation reinforced with antioxidant stabilizers was built to thrive where chemical exposure and heat are at their worst. From harsh washdowns to demanding boil‑out conditions, USP delivers exceptional resistance and longer chain life, giving your operation a measurable performance boost.
Specifications
| Available Widths | Available Materials | Temperate Range USP Material | Working Load | Approximate Weight | Backflex Radius | ||||||||
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| Fahrenheit | Celsius | lbs/ft | N/m | lbs/ft^2 | kg/m^2 | mm | inch | ||||||
| min | max | min | max | ||||||||||
| dry | wet | dry | wet | ||||||||||
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18 in (457,2 mm) with increments of 6 in (152,4 mm) |
USP | 40°F | 220°F | 212°F | 4°C | 104°C | 100°C | 2700 | 39393 | 2.62 | 12.8 | 90 | 3.5 |
Tailor the 6997 Series to your PWC tunnel environment. Define your specifications and generate a configuration ready for demanding chemical and thermal conditions to request your quote. Precision is just a few steps away.
TwistLock Plugs Streamline Every Maintenance Step
Maintenance becomes significantly easier with TwistLock plugs positioned on both sides of the chain. These intuitive access points allow technicians to reach the rods quickly, reducing the time and effort required for assembly and disassembly. Whether you’re performing routine service or a full chain replacement, TwistLock technology helps keep your line running efficiently with minimal interruption.
Retrofit Ready, Built for Seamless Integration
For customers familiar with the 5997 Series, the 6997 Series is fully compatible with existing conveyor structures, sprockets, transfer combs, and DTS‑C, enabling a smooth transition with minimal disruption. This thoughtful design approach allows you to modernize your system while preserving the investments you’ve already made.
Customer Success: Smoother Handling, Stronger Performance
A major OEM serving high‑volume beverage producers needed a way to help customers keep pace with rising demand. Their existing pasteurizer, warmer, and cooler tunnels were struggling. Frequent downtime, unstable container handling, and costly rebuilds were eroding efficiency and threatening product quality. Improving stability at transfers and reducing disruptions became essential to meeting end‑user expectations.
By partnering with Regal Rexnord, the OEM implemented the 6997 Series MatTop Chain across their PWC tunnels. Engineered with straight‑line ribs for enhanced lateral stiffness, the chain delivered smoother container handling and greater stability where it mattered most.
The result? Improved performance and approximately $178,000 in cost savings through reduced downtime and fewer rebuilds
Talk to one of our expert sales professionals about how our solutions can efficiently power your business.