The blade can be replaced entirely from outside the chute wall or conveyor structure, ensuring maintenance personnel never have to enter hazardous areas.
Blade replacement is a fast and easy operation requiring only the removal and insertion of a single pin to secure the cartridge.
Utilises Martin’s patented Constant Angle Radial Pressure (CARP) design to maintain consistent cleaning performance through every stage of the blade’s life.
The Martin® QC1™ Cleaner HD STS™ is a high-performance primary cleaner designed to tackle the most demanding bulk handling tasks while prioritising site safety. By utilizing a specialised stainless steel mandrel, the system allows maintenance teams to swap blade cartridges from the exterior of the chute. This design removes the requirement for confined space permits and keeps workers away from the “safety plane” of the conveyor.
Built for longevity, the unit is manufactured with the strongest mainframe in the industry, utilising 9.5 mm thick DOM steel tubing with a steel bar backbone. This rugged construction, combined with an aluminium extrusion in the blade base, ensures the cleaning edge remains stable even at high belt speeds and through multiple splices.
With available blade options for standard, high-temperature, or high-abrasion conditions, the QC1™ HD STS™ provides an economical solution with significantly reduced long-term maintenance requirements.
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The Martin® QC1™ Cleaner HD STS™ is specifically engineered for high-performance primary cleaning in demanding mining and industrial settings, including underground and corrosive environments.
This robust system is designed to operate reliably in extreme service temperatures ranging from -34°C to 149°C and remains fully functional during reversing cycles or roll-back conditions. It provides high-efficiency cleaning for belt widths up to 2000 mm and is rated for belt speeds of up to 4.6 m/s on pulley diameters between 400 mm and 500 mm.
The system operates by mounting the heavy-duty mandrel across the discharge pulley, which supports the removable blade cartridge. During maintenance, the operator removes a single pin from outside the chute wall, allowing the worn blade to be slid out and a new one to be inserted without entering the chute.
The aluminium extrusion in the blade base holds the cleaner snugly to the steel backbone, ensuring no chattering during operation. Depending on the site’s infrastructure, the system can be tensioned using either a Martin® Spring or Air Tensioner HD STS™ to maintain optimal blade-to-belt pressure automatically as the urethane wears.
Use the specifications below to ensure this equipment meets your site’s installation and operational requirements. Detailed engineering data and full technical sheets are available in the Resources section.
Belt Width | Up to 2000mm (72 in) |
Belt Speed | Up to 4.6 m/s (900 fpm) |
Pulley Diameter | 400-500 mm (16-22 in) |
Temperature | Between -34°C and 148°C |
Corrosive Conditions | Yes |
Underground Applications | Yes |
Compatible with Reversing Belts or Roll Back | Yes |
Accommodates Mechanical Splices | Yes |
The STS design allows the blade cartridge to be replaced from outside the chute wall. This avoids the need for confined space entry and ensures workers never have to break the safety plane of the conveyor, significantly increasing site safety.
No. The stainless steel construction is chosen specifically to resist corrosion, ensuring that the mandrel remains smooth so that the blade cartridge can always be removed easily, even in highly corrosive or damp conditions.
Yes. The QC1™ HD STS™ is system-engineered to preserve the cleaning edge even through multiple splices and high belt speeds.
Martin provides urethane blades specifically suited for standard, high-temperature, or high-abrasion conditions to match your site’s specific material requirements.
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QC1™ Cleaner XHD STS™
