Combine Harvester Agricultural Parts 4B4016 (E72428) Sickle Double Knife Guard

Combine Harvester Agricultural Parts 4B4016 (E72428) Sickle Double Knife Guard

Introduction to Sickle Guard

A Sickle Guard is a protective device that fits onto the cutting edge of the sickle bar on a reaper. Its primary function is to protect the sickle bar from any damage and to prevent hands or fingers from getting too close to the blade. Our Sickle Guard, the Combine Harvester Agricultural Parts 4B4016 (E72428) Sickle Double Knife Guard, has the following advantages:

• High-quality material
• Excellent durability
• Easy to install
• Provides effective protection against external damage

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Our Advantages

We can produce the Combine Harvester Agricultural Parts 4B4016 (E72428) Sickle Double Knife Guard, which can replace most common models of agricultural machinery parts. Additionally, we offer customized services. Our other advantages include:

• High-quality products
• Competitive pricing
• Excellent customer service

Compatible Agricultural Machinery Brands and Models

Brand	Model
John Deere	450, 350, 370, 356, 24, 21, 25, 1207, 1209, 1214, 1380, 1424, 1433, 180, 220, 230, 330, 3709, 3909, 4890, 4895, 4990, 4995
New Holland	1100, 1112, 1114, 1116, 1118, 1495, 1496, 1499, 404, 405, 505, 630, 634, 638, 640, 644, 645, 648, 654, 655, 658, 660, 664, 688, 760, 761, 763, 765, 770, 771, 772, 780, 790, 880, 990, 1100, 1112, 1114, 1116, 1118, FP230, FP240, FP445, FP505, FP540, 1116, 1118, 1495, 1496, 1499, FP230, FP240, FP445, FP505, FP540
Case IH	4000, 5000, 8820, 8830, 8840, 1100, 1200, 1300, 3140, 3150, 420, 422, 424, 426, 430, 435, 440, 445, 475, 480, 485, 490, 495, 8309, 8312, 8315, 8318, 8320, 8325, 8330, 8335, 8340, 8350, 8360, 8370, 8380, 8390, 8420, 8430, 8450, 8460, 8465, 8500, 8510, 8520, 8530, 8545, 8550, 8560, 8575, 8585, 8590, 8600, 8610, 8620, 8630, 8640, 8650, 8660, 8670, 8680, 8690, 8825, 8835, 8845, 8850, 8860, 8870, 8880, 8890

When to Replace Your Sickle Guard

Here are five signs that indicate your Sickle Guard needs to be replaced:

1. The knife guard plate is visibly worn or damaged: check for cracks, deformation, severe wear, or even partial loss. These signs indicate that the knife guard plate has lost its protective function and continuing to use it could cause damage to the tool or personal injury.
2. Frequent cutting obstacles: if crop blockages or entanglements frequently occur during harvesting, it could be due to sickle guard wear, which causes the cutting edge to be too close to the crop. Check and replace it in a timely manner.
3. Accelerated tool wear: if you notice that the tool wear rate has increased significantly, even under normal maintenance, it could be because the Sickle Guard has lost its effective protection of the tool, making it more susceptible to external impact or wear.
4. Increased machine noise: when the Sickle Guard is damaged or loose, it may increase the noise level of the machine during operation. This is because it has lost its original damping and stabilizing effect. Check and replace the knife guard plate at this time.
5. Decreased machine efficiency: if you find that the efficiency of harvesting operations has significantly decreased, and after ruling out other factors, it may because the Sickle Guard has failed, and the tool cannot cut normally. Replacement is necessary.

How to Choose the Right Sickle Guard

Here are seven factors to consider when choosing a Sickle Guard:

1. Size compatibility: first, you need to confirm whether the size of the knife guard plate matches the cutting head or blade assembly on the agricultural machinery, including the length, width, and thickness of the knife guard plate, as well as the position and size of the mounting holes.
2. Material: the material of the knife guard plate has a significant impact on its durability. Common materials include steel, cast iron, and wear-resistant plastics. Users should choose the appropriate wear-resistant and impact-resistant material based on factors such as the work environment and the hardness of the cutting object.
3. Shape design: the design of the knife guard plate must match the type of tool it is protecting. For example, the knife guard plate for disc tools will differ from that of reciprocating cutters. Additionally, the shape of the knife guard plate should also help reduce crop entanglement and improve cutting efficiency.
4. Mounting method: understand how the knife guard plate is fixed to the agricultural machinery. For example, whether it has a snap-in mechanism, bolt fixation, welding, or other installation methods, and ensure that the newly purchased knife guard plate matches the original installation method of the agricultural machinery.
5. Protection level: evaluate the degree of protection of the knife guard plate for the tool, such as the size of the protective margin, whether it has an anti-entanglement design, and whether it can effectively prevent direct impact by hard objects on the tool.
6. Compatibility: confirm the compatibility of the knife guard plate with the agricultural machinery brand and model, and ensure that it is seamlessly connected to your harvester, mower, or other agricultural machinery.
7. Regulations and standards: certain regions may have specific standards and certification requirements for agricultural machinery parts. When purchasing, ensure that the selected Sickle Guard complies with local laws, regulations, and safety standards.

Author: Miya