Link H

Bucket Links are also known as H Links or H Brackets due to their shape. This is the main link that connects the lower boom ram to the bucket (or quick hitch). It is this main link that moves the bucket in and out as the hydraulic lower boom ram extended and contracts.

What is the bucket linkage mechanism of an excavator?

Excavator bucket linkage is the most important part in the mechanism by which all the digging forces are transmitted form ground to the boom via bucket link. A pivotal boom of an excavator is attached to the pivotal arm.

Link I

Tipping Links are also known as Side Links, or even Banana Links due to their shape! These act as pivot arms to move the digging bucket. The links are situated either side of the arm and are attached on the one end on the lower boom arm and the other end is attached to the lower boom hydraulic ram.