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About Roller Chain and Sprockets

Use this strong chain for binding loads, tie downs, and towing applications. It is stamped with the grade and manufacturer. When using fittings with chain, you must match the trade size and meet or exceed the chain’s grade. Galvanized steel chain has excellent corrosion resistance.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			Inside
Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	Metric Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Cap., lbs.	Wt. per ft., lbs.	Approximate No. of Links per ft.	For Fitting Thick.	Max. Temp., ° F	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Unfinished Steel
5/8	16	0.63"	1.00"	1.87"	6,900	4	6	15/16"	400º	No	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	000000
Galvanized Steel
5/8	16	0.63"	1.00"	1.87"	6,900	4	6	15/16"	400º	Yes	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	00000

High-Strength Grade 43 Chain—Not for Lifting

This chain is approximately 50% stronger than Grade 30 chain. Use it for binding loads, tie downs, and towing applications. It is stamped with the grade and manufacturer. When using fittings with chain, you must match the trade size and meet or exceed the chain’s grade. Galvanized steel chain has excellent corrosion resistance.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			Inside
Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	Metric Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Cap., lbs.	Wt. per ft., lbs.	Approximate No. of Links per ft.	For Fitting Thick.	Max. Temp., ° F	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Unfinished Steel
5/8	16	0.63"	0.85"	2.02"	13,000	3.8	6	13/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	000000
Galvanized Steel
5/8	16	0.63"	1.00"	1.87"	13,000	4	6	15/16"	400°	Yes	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	00000

Jack Chain—Not for Lifting

The links are formed into a figure eight then twisted into a 90° angle for a lightweight chain suitable for hanging applications.

Zinc-plated steel chain has good corrosion resistance. Nickel-plated steel, brass-plated steel, and brass chain have excellent corrosion resistance. 304 stainless steel chain is the most corrosion resistant.

For a comparison of chain sizes, view our sizing guide.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Zinc-Plated Steel
Jack Chain Trade Size	Thick.	Inside Lg.	Cap., lbs.	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
16	0.06"	0.52"	10	No	25, 50, 100, 300, 500	0000000	00000
Nickel-Plated Steel
16	0.06"	0.52"	10	No	25, 50, 100	0000000	000
Brass-Plated Steel
16	0.06"	0.52"	10	No	25, 50, 100	0000000	000
Unfinished Brass
16	0.06"	0.52"	8	No	10, 25, 50, 100	00000000	0000
Unfinished 304 Stainless Steel
16	0.06"	0.52"	10	Yes	10, 25, 50, 100, 200	000000	0000

Sash Chain Lanyards—Not for Lifting

The chain has flat links that fold back on themselves for maximum flexibility. Use the split ring on one end to hold tags and keys.

Zinc-plated steel lanyards are mildly corrosion resistant.

Zinc-Plated Steel
Lg.	Thick.	Sash Chain Trade Size	Split Ring Dia.		Each
16"	1/32"	8	5/8"	000000000	00000

General Purpose Grade 80 Chain—For Lifting

Strong and durable, use this chain for your lifting applications. It is heat treated and stamped with the grade and manufacturer. When using fittings with chain, you must match the trade size and meet or exceed the chain’s grade.

Zinc-plated steel chain has good corrosion resistance.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			Inside
Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	Metric Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Cap., lbs.	Wt. per ft., lbs.	Approximate No. of Links per ft.	For Fitting Thick.	Max. Temp., ° F	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Black Painted Steel
5/8	16	0.63"	0.92"	1.93"	18,100	3.7	6	7/8"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	000000
Zinc-Plated Steel
5/8	16	0.61"	0.87"	1.89"	18,100	3.8	8	13/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	00000

Wear Gauges

Gauge measures the maximum allowable wear tolerances on links of Grade 80 or Grade 100 steel chain, as required by OSHA. If the gauge can be inserted over any part of the link, the chain should be taken out of service.

For Grade 80 and Grade 100 Chain
For Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	For Manufacturer Model Number		Each
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	L8, L10	00000000	000000
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	P8, P10, H29, KWB	00000000	00000

High-Strength Grade 100 Chain—For Lifting

This chain is approximately 25% stronger than Grade 80 chain. It's heat treated and stamped with the grade and manufacturer. When using fittings with chain, you must match the trade size and meet or exceed the chain’s grade.

Zinc-plated steel chain has good corrosion resistance.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			Inside
Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	Metric Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Cap., lbs.	Wt. per ft., lbs.	Approximate No. of Links per ft.	For Fitting Thick.	Max. Temp., ° F	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Unfinished Steel
5/8	16	0.63"	0.85"	1.89"	22,600	3.9	6	13/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	000000
Black Zinc-Plated Steel
5/8	16	0.63"	0.85"	1.89"	22,600	3.9	6	13/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	00000

Wear Gauges

For Grade 80 and Grade 100 Chain
For Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	For Manufacturer Model Number		Each
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	L8, L10	00000000	000000
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	P8, P10, H29, KWB	00000000	00000
For Grade 100 Chain
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	C10	0000000	00000
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	PW, PWA	00000000	00000

Metric Roller Chain and Links

This chain conforms to ISO 606B and is compatible with BS 228 (British standard) and DIN 8187 (German standard).

Connecting links are also known as master links. They're used to join the ends of a chain length. The side plate is easy to remove for attaching to a chain. Adding-and-connecting links are also known as half links and offset links. They can join chain that requires an odd number of links. For trade number 06B and up, the side plate is easy to remove for attaching them to chain.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Single Strand

Chain

Connecting Link

Adding-and-Connecting Link

Chain

	Pitch
Roller Chain Trade No.	mm	in.	Roller Dia., mm	Roller Wd., mm	Working Load, lbs.	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Steel
16B	25.40	1.000"	15.88	17.02	3,600	1-20, 50, 100	0000000	000000

Connecting Links

	Pitch
Roller Chain Trade No.	mm	in.	Roller Dia., mm	Roller Wd., mm	Working Load, lbs.		Each
Steel
16B	25.40	1.000"	15.88	17.02	3,600	0000000	00000

Adding-and-Connecting Links

	Pitch
Roller Chain Trade No.	mm	in.	Roller Dia., mm	Roller Wd., mm	Working Load, lbs.		Each
Steel
16B	25.40	1.000"	15.88	17.02	3,600	0000000	00000

Corrosion-Resistant Metric Roller Chain and Links

Chain

Connecting Link

Adding-and-Connecting Link

Made of stainless steel, this chain has excellent corrosion resistance. It conforms to ISO 606B and is compatible with BS 228 (British standard) and DIN 8187 (German standard).

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

	Pitch					Chain			Connecting Links		Adding-and-Connecting Links
Roller Chain Trade No.	mm	in.	Roller Dia., mm	Roller Wd., mm	Working Load, lbs.	Length, ft.		Per Ft.		Each		Each
Single Strand
18-8 Stainless Steel
16B-SS	25.40	1.000"	15.88	17.02	460	1, 10	00000000	000000	00000000	000000	00000000	000000

High-Strength Corrosion-Resistant Metric Roller Chain and Links

This treated steel chain has over seven times the capacity of stainless steel chain. It conforms to ISO 606B and is compatible with BS 228 (British standard) and DIN 8187 (German standard).

Connecting links are also known as master links. They're used to join the ends of a chain length. The side plate is easy to remove for attaching to a chain. Adding-and-connecting links are also known as half links and offset links. They can join chain that requires an odd number of links. The side plate is easy to remove for attaching to chain.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Single Strand

Chain

Connecting Link

Adding-and-Connecting Link

Chain

	Pitch
Roller Chain Trade No.	mm	in.	Roller Dia., mm	Roller Wd., mm	Working Load, lbs.	Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
16B	25.40	1.000"	15.88	17.02	3,600	1, 10, 20, 50, 100	000000	000000

Connecting Links

	Pitch
Roller Chain Trade No.	mm	in.	Roller Dia., mm	Roller Wd., mm	Working Load, lbs.		Each
Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
16B	25.40	1.000"	15.88	17.02	3,600	00000000	00000

Adding-and-Connecting Links

	Pitch
Roller Chain Trade No.	mm	in.	Roller Dia., mm	Roller Wd., mm	Working Load, lbs.		Each
Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
16B	25.40	1.000"	15.88	17.02	3,600	00000000	000000

High-Accuracy Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Gauges

Precisely measure chain elongation to see if you need to replace your chain. These gauges give a more accurate reading than alternatives because they’re designed to anchor to a roller and extend across several links. A color indicator helps you quickly measure the space between rollers. If the gauge rests on top of the chain and you see green markings, your chain doesn't need to be replaced. If it slips between two rollers and you only see red markings, it’s time for a replacement.

Gauges

For Single-, Double-, and Triple-Strand ISO Roller Chain
For Roller Chain Trade Size	Material		Each
16B	Steel	0000000	0000000

Gauges with Plastic Case

For Single-, Double-, and Triple-Strand ISO Roller Chain
No. of Gauges	For Roller Chain Trade Size	Material	Includes		Each
5	06B, 08B, 10B, 12B, 16B	Steel	Chain Indentification Tool	0000000	000000000

Sprockets for Metric Roller Chain

Designed to meet ISO 606 and DIN 8187 international dimensional standards, these sprockets are for use with compatible ISO and DIN roller chain. They come machined to the shaft diameter size listed and are machinable up to the maximum shaft diameter size.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

For ISO 16B Roller Chain (25.4 mm Pitch)
Number of Teeth	For Shaft Dia., mm	For Max. Shaft Dia., mm	OD, mm	Overall Wd., mm	Hub Dia., mm	Material	Specifications Met		Each
12	16	47	114.01	40	72	Steel	DIN 8187, ISO 606	00000000	000000
15	16	62	138.04	40	96	Steel	DIN 8187, ISO 606	00000000	000000
17	25	67	154.11	45	102	Steel	DIN 8187, ISO 606	00000000	000000
20	25	70	178.24	45	108	Steel	DIN 8187, ISO 606	00000000	000000

Idler Sprockets for Metric Roller Chain

Keep constant tension on your drive with these sprockets that press against your metric ISO roller chain to take up slack and reduce wear and vibration. They rotate freely on built-in ball bearings, which are double sealed to keep dirt out, and are for use with roller chain tensioners. All come with a finished bore that fits directly onto your shaft—no need for machining. These sprockets meet ISO 606, which is an international standard for dimensions and materials.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

						Bearing
Number of Teeth	For Shaft Dia., mm	OD, mm	Overall Wd., mm	Hub Dia., mm	Material	Type	Material	Specifications Met		Each
For ISO 16B Roller Chain (25.4 mm Pitch)
12	20	109	18	47	Steel	Ball	Steel	ISO 606	000000	000000

Roller Chain Tensioning Rings

Install these rings between strands of chain to absorb slack without the need for realignment, lubrication, or tools—good for use in confined spaces where maintenance may be difficult.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

For Single-Strand ANSI, ISO Roller Chain
For Roller Chain Trade Size	Tension Force, lbs.	OD	Max. Speed, fpm	Maximum Temperature, ° F	Material		Each
80, 16B	21	8.15"	1,120	155°	Plastic	000000	0000000

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About Roller Chain and Sprockets

Grade 30 Chain—Not for Lifting

High-Strength Grade 43 Chain—Not for Lifting

Jack Chain—Not for Lifting

Sash Chain Lanyards—Not for Lifting

General Purpose Grade 80 Chain—For Lifting

High-Strength Grade 100 Chain—For Lifting

Metric Roller Chain and Links

Corrosion-Resistant Metric Roller Chain and Links

High-Strength Corrosion-Resistant Metric Roller Chain and Links

High-Accuracy Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Gauges

Sprockets for Metric Roller Chain

Idler Sprockets for Metric Roller Chain

Roller Chain Tensioning Rings