Agriculture Tillage Parts

Soil preparation for cultivation
One of the primary uses disc harrow is to prepare the soil for cultivation. Disc harrow it is particularly useful for breaking up clods of earth, mixing soil and plant residues and leveling the field before sowing. It is ideal for working in heavier, clayier soils that can be difficult to work with other implements.

Disc harrows they are also good for mixing organic fertilizer or compost with the soil. Thanks to this, the soil is better prepared for cultivation, because its fertility increases. Additionally, disc harrow helps to evenly distribute the fertilizer along the field, which contributes to uniform plant growth and optimal yields.

Disc harrow for weed control
With the correct setting disc harrow Young weeds can be effectively removed without disturbing crops. Thanks to the appropriate selection of the working depth of the discs, the weeds are uprooted, which limits their re-growth. Thus, the harrowing process removes weeds from the field surface, which reduces their competition with crop plants for access to nutrients and water.

Mixing crop residues with the soil
Plant residues often remain in the fields after harvest, which can inhibit the growth of new crops. Disc harrow is one of the most effective tools to manage these leftovers. With properly selected settings, it can effectively crush and bury post-harvest residues, accelerating their natural decomposition process. This in turn helps to clear the field, eliminating obstacles for new crops. Shredded plant remains are gradually degraded by soil microorganisms, contributing to the enrichment of the soil with organic material.

Improvement of soil structure
Disc harrow can also be used to improve soil structure. Its action contributes to several beneficial effects that have a positive effect on crops. The first of these results is improved soil drainage. Plates disc harrow they crush and break up clods of earth, creating finer particles. As a result, they facilitate the drainage of excess water from the soil, preventing excessive moisture retention and the formation of muddy areas. Another beneficial effect is the reduction of soil compaction. Working tools penetrate the soil to a certain depth, breaking the soil crust and loosening it. This makes the soil more permeable to water, air and plant roots.

Addendum: The teeth of gears extend outward for external gears and inward for internal gears from the pitch circle. This projection of gears is the radial distance between the pitch diameter and the diameter of the gear, which is referred to as the addendum with the tops of the gear teeth forming the addendum circle.

Axis: The axis controls the direction of gear movement and how that motion is translated. Parallel axes are the most common form of axis where two axes are parallel. With intersecting axes, the axes are perpendicular to each other and are used to change the direction of motion. Although parallel and intersecting are the most common form of axes, there are gears that are not parallel and do not intersect.

Base circle: The base circle is a theoretical construct that is used to generate the involute curve for the creation of tooth profiles.

Dedendum: The dedendum is the depth of a gear tooth between the pitch circle and the minor or inside diameter.

Diametral pitch (DP): The diametral pitch is the ratio of the number of teeth to the pitch diameter. In order for gears to mesh properly, they must have the same diametral pitch. It is expressed in the United States and the United Kingdom as the number of teeth per inch. As the number of teeth per inch increases, the profile of the teeth gets smaller. The larger the DP value, the size of the teeth of a gear get smaller.

Fillet: The gear tooth fillet, also known as the trochoid, is the byproduct of the gear cutting motion and is located just before the cutter tip impression on a gear tooth.

Form diameter: The form diameter is an imaginary circle that is produced by connecting the trochoid or fillet curve of the teeth of a gear, is known as the involute form diameter (TIF) and is less than the base circle diameter.

Gear ratio: The gear ratio indicates how many times a gear must turn for another gear to turn once. It is a direct measurement of the ratio of the rotational speeds of two or more interlocking gears. If the drive gear that is receiving power is bigger than the driven gear, the latter will turn quicker. If taken in reverse and the powered gear is smaller than the driven gear, the former will turn faster.

Pitch circle: The pitch circle defines the size of a gear and needs to be tangent to another gear in order to mesh. It is an imaginary circle that goes through each of the teeth of a gear with a radius that makes it possible to make contact with a similar circle.

Pressure angle: The pressure angle is an angle formed by a line that is tangent to the pitch circle and a normal line to the tooth profile at the pitch circle. It is determined by the tool that is used to form the involute curve of the gear teeth. Standard pressure angles are 14.5o, 20o, and 25o. The pressure angle determines how gears make contact and the amount of force that is distributed along the teeth. For two gears to mesh, they must have the same pressure angle.

Teeth: Teeth of a gear project outward or inward depending on the design of the gear. When they project outward, the teeth on the circumference of the gear are used to transmit rotation. When they are on the inside of the gear, they are referred to as internal gears, which are matched with an external gear and commonly used for planetary gear drives.

Equipment check
1.Before using this farming tool, make sure it’s in good working condition and all its parts are well taken care of and working properly.
2.Ensure that the disc blades are sharp and set to the right depth for cutting.
3.Connect it to the tractor using the right hitch and make sure it’s firmly attached.

Field preparation: Ready, set & succeed
1.Remove any big rocks, debris, or obstacles from the field that could get in the way of the disc harrow while working.
2.If the soil is either too dry or too wet, think about changing the timing of your operation to get the best possible outcomes.

Field condition
1.Before operating the type of harrow, it is crucial to assess the soil condition and moisture content in the field. Operating this tool on soil that is too wet can result in excessive soil clumping and reduced efficiency.
2.Conversely, working on soil that is too dry may lead to ineffective breaking up of the soil. Therefore, it is essential to ensure the soil is at an optimal moisture level to achieve efficient and effective results with it.

Field direction
1.When choosing the direction of your farming paths using this farming implement, consider the way the wind usually blows and the shape of the land.
2.It’s better to work across the wind and slope rather than going parallel to them. This way, you can avoid soil erosion and make your farming efforts more effective.

If there is stubble from the previous crop in the field, make sure to set the disc harrow at the right depth. This way, the harrow can chop up the stubble and mix it into the soil, which helps the leftover plant material break down and makes the soil better.

Safety precautions
1.Always follow safety rules and wear the right safety gear (like gloves, goggles, etc.) when using the disc harrow.
2.Make sure to keep people who are not involved in the work, and other farm workers, far away from the working area. This will help avoid accidents.

Consider the double pass harrowing technique
1.After you finish the first round of working on the field, go over it again, but this time, move in a different direction. For example, if you went north to south in the first round, now go from east to west this time. This way, you cover the whole field from different angles and make sure the soil is well-prepared everywhere.
2.Double-pass or cross-harrowing improves the seedbed for planting crops by making the soil smoother and reducing large clumps. This results in more even seed growth and makes it easier for the plants to take root firmly in the ground.

Straight lines
1.Try to keep the tractor driving in straight lines to ensure a consistent tillage process.
2.Utilise visual markers in the field to assist in keeping the lines straight while driving the tractor.

1.Ensure high performance and prolonged life-time by having your certified specialists verify the condition and tension of the chain, as well as perform the accurate alignment of both chains, ensuring they are level and parallel to each other, which is crucial for optimal lifting and precise tray positioning.

2.Maintain a smooth operation by ensuring an optimal production flow, using skilled and experienced technicians, who know which bearings to change and how to ensure the optimal condition of the tooth wheel, tray carriers and chain rails.

3.Stay prepared for the unexpected by stocking critical spare parts for daily operation, such as bearings, clutch, tooth wheel. 

1.Always check whether the fasteners are loose before and after the operation, and whether the rotating parts are flexible;

2.The surface of the components of the hydraulic system should always be kept clean, and the two joint surfaces of the quick self-sealing plug should be wrapped in time after separation, so as not to be contaminated;

3.All moving parts should be lubricated frequently;

4.After a working season, the entire disc harrow should be disassembled for maintenance once, and the soil on the machine should be removed;

5.Disassemble the outer spherical ball bearing, replace the lubricant in the bearing, clean the outer spherical surface of the bearing and the inner surface of the bearing seat, and fill it with lubricant during assembly. After assembly, the sealing ring is not allowed to move relative to the outer ring of the bearing;

6.The place where the paint falls off should be filled to prevent rust;

7.After the disc blades are cleaned, they should be coated with antirust agent or engine oil;

8.Double-acting oil cylinders, hoses and quick self-sealing plugs are all disassembled, washed and maintained, and damaged parts are replaced in time, and stored in a clean and dry place indoors;

9.When parking, use wooden boards to pad the disc group, and apply oil to the disc blades to prevent rust. It is best to park indoors. 

When choosing one, you should consider the following factors: 

Function and purpose
A: Kelly Diamond Harrow is a tool that breaks up large lumps of soil using angled disc blades. These blades can be adjusted to go shallower. It’s usually used after ploughing or to integrate crop residue/stubble into the soil. This harrow cuts and flips the soil around.
B: The main purpose of a power harrow is to facilitate seedbed preparation and even out the soil surface. This tool is commonly employed prior to planting, aiming to establish optimal conditions for seed germination and the development of roots.

Design
A: A disc harrow features a series of circular, concave disc blades mounted on a horizontal shaft. These blades operate by vertically slicing through the soil.
B: It is composed of several groups of rotating tines, which are positioned in a helical or spiral arrangement on a horizontal shaft. These tines effectively dig into the soil, breaking it into smaller particles and thus producing a finer seedbed.

Residue management
A: Able to manage significant volumes of crop residues and assist in efficiently blending them into the soil.
B: On the contrary power harrow can mix leftover plant materials into the soil, but it might not be as good as a disc harrow at handling really big amounts of these materials.

Cost and maintenance
A: Diamond Harrows possess a straightforward design with a reduced number of moving components, typically leading to decreased maintenance expenses.
B: On the other hand, the second type of harrow as discussed above made with a more complicated design, including many parts that move. Due to this, they often need more maintenance, which can be more expensive.