Grade 30 Chain—Not for Lifting
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.
Zinc-plated steel chain has good corrosion resistance. Galvanized steel chain has excellent corrosion resistance.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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| 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 | |||||||||||||
| 3/16 | 5.5 | 0.21" | 0.39" | 0.95" | 800 | 0.4 | 12 | 3/8" | 400º | No | 0000000 | 00000 | |
Zinc-Plated Steel | |||||||||||||
| 3/16 | 5.5 | 0.21" | 0.39" | 0.95" | 800 | 0.4 | 12 | 3/8" | 400º | No | 0000000 | 0000 | |
Galvanized Steel | |||||||||||||
| 3/16 | 5.5 | 0.21" | 0.39" | 0.95" | 800 | 0.4 | 12 | 3/8" | 400º | Yes | 0000000 | 0000 | |
Green Powder-Coated Steel | |||||||||||||
| 3/16 | 5.5 | 0.20" | 0.40" | 0.98" | 800 | 0.4 | 13 | 3/8" | 200º | No | 0000000 | 0000 | |
Corrosion-Resistant Chain—Not for Lifting
This chain withstands conditions that can deteriorate steel chain.
Aluminum and brass chain have excellent corrosion resistance.
304 and 316 stainless steel chain are the most corrosion resistant. 316 stainless steel is more corrosion resistant than 304 stainless steel, so you can use it in food processing areas and environments where chemicals are used.
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| Straight-Link Chain Trade Size | Metric Trade Size | Thick. | Wd. | Lg. | Cap., lbs. | Approximate No. of Links per ft. | For Fitting Thick. | Max. Temp., ° F | For Use Outdoors | Lengths, ft. | Per Ft. | |
Brass | ||||||||||||
| 3/16 | 5.5 | 0.22" | 0.40" | 0.95" | 300 | 13 | 3/8" | 100° | Yes | 00000000 | 0000000 | |
304 Stainless Steel  | ||||||||||||
| 3/16 | 5 | 0.20" | 0.38" | 0.95" | 1,200 | 13 | 3/8" | 750° | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 | |
316 Stainless Steel | ||||||||||||
| 3/16 | 5 | 0.20" | 0.38" | 0.95" | 1,200 | 13 | 3/8" | 750° | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 | |
Cut-Resistant Round-Link Chain—Not for Lifting
Securely tie down items and lock up tools. These chains are case-hardened for cut and wear resistance. Made of zinc-plated steel, they have good corrosion resistance.
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Corrosion-Resistant Chain—For Lifting
Use this stainless steel chain when lifting in food processing areas and environments where chemicals are used. It resists rust and salt water. When using fittings with chain, you must match the trade size and meet or exceed the chain’s grade.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
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Light Duty Hammer-Close Connecting Links—Not for Lifting
Also known as lap links or repair links. These links are an economical option to join chain links and attach fittings. Use a ball peen hammer to hammer them closed. They must be completely closed to perform at capacity. Never reuse links after they've been closed.
Zinc-plated steel connectors are mildly corrosion resistant.
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Medium Duty Hammer-Close Connecting Links—Not for Lifting
Drive the end through the eye using a ball peen hammer and then weld or flatten the extended end to close. Also known as cold shuts, these links are an economical option to join chain links and attach fittings. They must be completely closed to perform at capacity. Never reuse links after they've been closed.
Zinc-plated steel links are mildly corrosion resistant.
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Rings—Not for Lifting
These rings are good for general non-lifting applications. Use them to secure loads with ropes or chains.
Zinc-plated steel rings are mildly corrosion resistant.
18-8 stainless steel rings have excellent corrosion resistance to chemicals.
| For Straight-Link Chain Trade Size | Thick. | Inside Lg. | Capacity, lbs. | Fabrication | Each | |
Steel | ||||||
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| 3/16 | 3/16" | 1 1/4" | 200 | Welded | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 3/16 | 3/16" | 2" | 100 | Welded | 0000000 | 000 |
Zinc-Plated Steel | ||||||
| 3/16 | 3/16" | 1 1/4" | 200 | Welded | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 3/16 | 3/16" | 2" | 100 | Welded | 0000000 | 0000 |
18-8 Stainless Steel | ||||||
| 3/16 | 1/4" | 1" | 600 | Welded | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 3/16 | 1/4" | 1 1/2" | 400 | Welded | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 3/16, 1/4 | 5/16" | 1 1/2" | 700 | Welded | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 3/16, 1/4 | 5/16" | 2" | 600 | Welded | 0000000 | 0000 |
Removable Figure-Eight Connecting Links—For Lifting
Hammer the pin through the center to assemble these links. They’re also known as hammer locks and sling links. Often used to connect the legs of chain sling to a master link, these links are good for general lifting applications. All meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
Links for Grade 63 chain are approximately 60% as strong as links for Grade 80 chain.
Stainless steel links better resist corrosion compared to steel links.
Note: Connecting links are for vertical lifting only.
| For Straight-Link Chain Trade Size | Thick. | Inside Lg. | Inside Wd. | Capacity, lbs. | Fabrication | Specifications Met | Each | |
For Grade 63 Chain | ||||||||
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318 Stainless Steel | ||||||||
| 3/16 | 9/32" | 1 7/16" | 1/2" | 1,300 | Forged | ASME B30.9, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.184 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Oblong Links—For Lifting
Also known as master and sling links, a large inner diameter provides room to attach multiple connectors or legs on a sling. Use these links in general lifting applications. All meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
Links for Grade 63 chain are approximately 60% as strong as links for Grade 80 chain.
Stainless steel links better resist corrosion compared to steel links.
Note: Capacities listed are for vertical lifting only. As the angle changes from vertical, the amount of weight the link can lift is significantly reduced.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
For Straight-Link Chain Trade Size | |||||||||
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| One Chain | Two Chains | Thick. | Inside Lg. | Inside Wd. | Capacity, lbs. | Fabrication | Specifications Met | Each | |
For Grade 63 Chain | |||||||||
316L Stainless Steel | |||||||||
| 3/16 | 3/16 | 3/8" | 3 1/8" | 2" | 1,900 | Welded | ASME B30.26, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.184 | 0000000 | 000000 |
For Grade 50 Chain | |||||||||
316 Stainless Steel | |||||||||
| 3/16, 1/4 | 3/16 | 1/2" | 5" | 2 1/2" | 2,100 | Welded | ASME B30.9 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 3/16, 1/4 | 3/16 | 5/8" | 5 1/2" | 2 3/4" | 2,800 | Welded | ASME B30.9 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Pear-Shaped Links—For Lifting
Limit rope and chain movement with the narrow end of these links and attach multiple connectors to the wide end. These links meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
316 stainless steel links have excellent resistance to salt water and chemicals.
Note: Capacities listed are for vertical lifting only. As the angle changes from vertical, the amount of weight the link can lift is significantly reduced.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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| One Chain | Two Chains | Thick. | Inside Lg. | Narrow-End Inside Wd. | Wide-End Inside Wd. | Capacity, lbs. | Fabrication | Specifications Met | Each | |
For Grade 50 Chain | ||||||||||
316 Stainless Steel | ||||||||||
| 3/16 | 3/16 | 1/2" | 5" | 1 1/4" | 2 1/2" | 2,100 | Welded | ASME B30.26 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 3/16, 1/4 | 3/16 | 5/8" | 5 1/2" | 1 3/8" | 2 3/4" | 2,800 | Welded | ASME B30.26 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Rings—For Lifting
Use these links for general lifting applications. All meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
316 stainless steel rings are approximately 60% as strong as alloy steel rings. They have excellent resistance to salt water and chemicals.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| For Straight-Link Chain Trade Size | Thick. | Inside Lg. | Capacity, lbs. | Fabrication | Specifications Met | Each | |
For Grade 80 Chain | |||||||
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316 Stainless Steel | |||||||
| 3/16 | 1/2" | 2 1/2" | 1,300 | Welded | ASME B30.26, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.184 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Eye Hooks—For Lifting
A latch ensures rope, chain, and fittings won't separate from the hook when the load slackens. The hook opening accommodates large anchor points and allows chain to move freely through the closed hook.
Corrosion-resistant hooks for Grade 63 chain are 316 stainless steel and have excellent resistance to salt water and chemicals.
Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
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Swivel Eye Hooks—Not for Lifting
A latch ensures rope, chain, and fittings won't separate from the hook when the load slackens.
316 stainless steel hooks have excellent resistance to salt water and chemicals.
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Safety Chains for Trailers
Keep trailers attached to their vehicles even when the hitch fails. Use chains in pairs. The maximum trailer weight per pair must meet or exceed maximum trailer weight. Maximum trailer weight is the total weight being towed.
Warning: Never use for lifting applications. See Chain—For Lifting.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.