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    Low-Maintenance Roller Chain and Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Low-Maintenance Roller Chain and Links, Chain.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.

    Chain

    Forget the mess and the stress, this chain has bearings that run reliably with little or no need for lubrication. 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.
    Oil-Embedded Open Bearings—Made from porous bronze saturated with oil, these bearings don’t require lubrication.
    Sealed Bearings—These bearings come with seals to retain the grease you add and reduce the need for additional lubrication. They also keep grease off your equipment and prevent dirt from sticking to the chain.
    Steel—The go-to for roller chain, steel is strong and economical. It’s best for dry environments since moisture will cause it to rust.
    Corrosion-Resistant Nickel-Plated Steel—A step up from plain steel, the nickel plating adds a layer of rust protection in wet environments. However, if scratched, the underlying steel may still rust. The plating may also hinder welding.
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    Oil-Embedded Open Bearings
     
    Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"19/64"810Lubricated7311K2000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Nickel-Plated Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"19/64"680Lubricated2336K100000
     
    Sealed Bearings
     
    Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"830Required60125K1100000
     
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