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    Roller Chain and Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Roller Chain and Links, Chain.

    Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Roller Chain and Links, Connecting Links.

    Connecting Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Roller Chain and Links, Adding Links.

    Adding Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Roller Chain and Links, Adding-and-Connecting Links.

    Adding-and-Connecting

    Links

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    Pair this chain with sprockets to transmit power between rotating shafts. Like the chain on a bike, the side plates have a figure-eight shape that grips the sprockets without slipping.
    Lubrication is key to smooth operation and long chain life. Routinely apply oil by hand or install an oil dispenser for continuous lubrication.
    Steel—The go-to for roller chain, steel is strong and economical. While proper lubrication helps prevent rusting, it’s not as corrosion resistant as coated or stainless steel.
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel—Combines the strength of steel with the corrosion resistance of stainless steel. The coating has been tested to withstand 500 hours of salt spray, so it holds up well in wet and outdoor conditions.
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel—Won't corrode from frequent washdowns and mild chemicals, including ammonia often found in cleaning solutions.
    Connecting Link—Use a single link to join both ends of your chain. Start by removing the spring clip or cotter pin from the link’s side plate. Then, slide the link pins into the mating rollers at each end of your chain and snap the clip back on. Also known as master links.
    Adding Link—Attach with a connecting link to extend the length of your chain. Each link adds a length equal to the chain’s pitch. Also known as roller links.
    Adding-and-Connecting Link—An all-in-one link for adding and connecting. It adds a half-pitch length at the roller end, allowing finer length adjustments than full-pitch links. The pin end connects to your chain—except for trade number 25, which requires a separate connecting link. Remove the side plate to install. Also known as half links and offset links.
    Chain
    Connecting Links
    Adding Links
    Adding-and-Connecting
    Links
    Roller
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    120ANSI1 1/2"0.875"1"8,8706261K1790000006261K1820000006261K2120000006261K272000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
    120ANSI1 1/2"0.875"1"8,5007210K8000007210K725000007210K734000007210K72600000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    120ANSI1 1/2"0.875"1"8606264K930000006264K5700000———06264K7700000
     

    Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links, Chain.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links, Connecting Links.

    Chain

    Connecting Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links, Adding Links.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links, Adding-and-Connecting Links.

    Adding Links

    Adding-and-Connecting

    Links

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    Minimize shock loads—the thick side plates on this chain absorb jolts from motor startups, emergency braking, and sudden reversing. Like the chain on a bike, the side plates have a figure-eight shape that grips sprockets to transmit power between rotating shafts without slipping.
    Lubrication is key to smooth operation and long chain life. Routinely apply oil by hand or install an oil dispenser for continuous lubrication.
    Steel—The go-to for roller chain, steel is strong and economical. While proper lubrication helps prevent rusting, it’s not as corrosion resistant as coated or stainless steel.
    Steel with Through-Hardened Pins—Even stronger than standard steel chain, the pins in this chain are treated to withstand the most extreme shock loads.
    Connecting Link—Use a single link to join both ends of your chain. Start by removing the spring clip or cotter pin from the link’s side plate. Then, slide the link pins into the mating rollers at each end of your chain and snap the clip back on. Also known as master links.
    Adding Link—Attach with a connecting link to extend the length of your chain. Each link adds a length equal to the chain’s pitch. Also known as roller links.
    Adding-and-Connecting Link—An all-in-one link for adding and connecting. It adds a half-pitch length at the roller end, allowing finer length adjustments than full-pitch links. The pin end connects to your chain. Remove the side plate to install. Also known as half links and offset links.
    Chain
    Connecting Links
    Adding Links
    Adding-and-Connecting
    Links
    Roller
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    120HANSI1 1/2"0.875"1"7,0007265K80000007265K8240000007265K8260000007265K825000000
     
    Steel with Through-Hardened Pins
    120HANSI1 1/2"0.875"1"6,9305522N88000005522N54000005522N55000005522N5600000
     

    Jaw-End Roller Chain Pullers

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    T-Handle

    These pullers grip both ends of a roller chain and draw them together so you can add or remove a link without fighting chain tension. They eliminate the need for a second person to hold chain ends in alignment, making field repairs and resizing faster.
    Overall
    For Roller Chain Trade No.
    Handle
    Style
    For Roller
    Chain Pitch
    Max. Jaw
    Cap.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Material
    Each
    For Single-Strand ANSI Roller Chain
    80, 100, 120, 140, 160, 180, 200, 240T-Handle1" to 3"5"8 1/2"5 3/4"Steel
    		6052K16000000
     

    ANSI Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Rulers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain Wear Gauges. ANSI Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Rulers.
    Place this plastic ruler on links to measure chain wear.
    Overall
    For Roller Chain Trade No.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Material
    Each
    For Single- and Double-Strand ANSI Roller Chain
    40, 41, 50, 60, 80, 100, 120, 140, 160, 180, 200, 240, 40-2, 50-2, 60-2, 80-2, 100-2, 120-2, 140-2, 160-2, 180-2, 200-2, 240-215"2 5/8"Plastic2370K400000
     

    Floating Roller Chain Tensioners

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    Mount these tensioners directly onto your chain drive. They have adjustable straps that take up slack and apply constant tension. Because they engage with the side plates instead of the rollers, they increase the life of your roller chain.
    UHMW Polyethylene—UHMW polyethylene tensioners are stronger and more durable than PTFE tensioners.
    Titanium—Titanium tensioners stand up to harsh and dirty environments. They're stronger and more durable than plastic tensioners. And with a low coefficient of friction, they work with chain that has little or no lubrication.
    Overall
    For Roller Chain
    Trade No.
    For Strand Type
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Housing Material
    Strap
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    For ANSI Chain
     
    UHMW Polyethylene
    120, 80-2, 50-3, 40-4Single, Double, Triple, Quadruple16"5 1/2"4 13/16"304 Stainless Steel
    		HDPE1805973K80000000
     
    Titanium
    120, 80-2, 50-3, 40-4Single, Double, Triple, Quadruple16"5 1/2"4 13/16"304 Stainless Steel
    		HDPE1805973K232000000
     

    ANSI Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Inserts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain Wear Gauges. ANSI Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Inserts.
    Place these steel inserts between two roller links. If they can be inserted past your ANSI number, the chain is worn out.
    Overall
    For Roller Chain Trade No.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Material
    Each
    For Single- and Double-Strand ANSI Roller Chain
    80, 100, 120, 140, 160, 180, 200, 240, 80-2, 100-2, 120-2, 140-2, 160-2, 180-2, 200-2, 240-218"1 1/2"Steel
    		2370K30000000
     

    High-Accuracy Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Gauges

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Chain Wear Gauges. High-Accuracy Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Gauges.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain Wear Gauges. 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.
    For Roller
    Chain Trade No.
    Material
    Each
    For Single-, Double-, and Triple-Strand ANSI Roller Chain
    120Steel
    		5576N170000000
     

    Roller Chain Breakers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain Breakers. Roller Chain Breakers.
    Drive out chain pins with a twist of the handle. Breakers allow you to disassemble chain in order to remove or add links.
    Roller Chain Breakers
    Replacement
    Points
    Overall
    For Roller Chain
    Trade No.
    For Roller Chain
    Pitch Range
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Material
    Each
    Each
    For Single-Strand ANSI Roller Chain
    100, 120, 140, 1601 1/4" to 2"26"1 1/2"Steel
    		6051K3700000006051K44000000
     
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