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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-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-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-and-Connecting
    Links
    Roller
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Each
    Each
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    04BISO6 mm4.00 mm2.80 mm1306027K710000006027K33000006027K4200000
    05BISO8 mm5.00 mm3.00 mm2706027K91000006027K3400006027K430000
    06BISO3/8"0.250"0.225"3806027K7300006027K6300006027K650000
    081ISO1/2"0.306"0.122"3006027K7400006027K3600006027K450000
    08BISO1/2"0.335"0.305"7006027K7500006027K6400006027K660000
    10BISO5/8"0.400"0.380"1,1006027K76000006027K3700006027K460000
    12BISO3/4"0.475"0.460"1,5006027K77000006027K3800006027K470000
    16BISO1"0.625"0.670"3,6006027K78000006027K3900006027K4800000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
    08BISO1/2"0.335"0.305"7001222N1000001222N91100001222N9130000
    10BISO5/8"0.400"0.380"1,1001222N2000001222N92100001222N9230000
    12BISO3/4"0.475"0.460"1,5001222N3000001222N93100001222N93300000
    16BISO1"0.625"0.670"3,6001222N4000001222N94100001222N94300000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    05BISO8 mm5.00 mm3.00 mm2560295K810000060295K62000060295K7200000
    06BISO3/8"0.250"0.225"6060295K820000060295K63000060295K7300000
    08BISO1/2"0.335"0.305"11060295K830000060295K64000060295K7400000
    10BISO5/8"0.400"0.380"15060295K840000060295K65000060295K7500000
    12BISO3/4"0.475"0.460"20060295K850000060295K660000060295K7600000
    16BISO1"0.625"0.670"46060295K860000060295K670000060295K7700000
     
    Double Strand
     
    Steel
    06B-2ISO3/8"0.250"0.225"6506027K11000006027K100006027K500000
    08B-2ISO1/2"0.335"0.305"1,2006027K12000006027K200006027K60000
    10B-2ISO5/8"0.400"0.380"1,8006027K13000006027K300006027K700000
    12B-2ISO3/4"0.475"0.460"2,6006027K31000006027K400006027K800000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
    08B-2ISO1/2"0.335"0.305"1,2001222N5000001222N95100001222N95300000
    10B-2ISO5/8"0.400"0.380"1,8001222N6000001222N96100001222N96300000
    12B-2ISO3/4"0.475"0.460"2,6001222N7000001222N97100001222N97300000
    16B-2ISO1"0.625"0.670"4,8001222N8000001222N981000001222N98300000
     

    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.
    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.
    Chain Wear Gauges
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain Wear Gauges. High-Accuracy Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Gauges.
    For Roller
    Chain Trade No.
    Material
    Each
    For Single-, Double-, and Triple-Strand ISO Roller Chain
    20BSteel
    5576N290000000
    24BSteel
    5576N31000000
    28BSteel
    5576N32000000
    32BSteel
    5576N33000000
     
    Chain Wear Gauges with Plastic Case
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain Wear Gauges. High-Accuracy Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Gauges, Chain Wear Gauges with Plastic Case.
    No. of
    Gauges
    For Roller Chain
    Trade No.
    Material
    Includes
    Each
    For Single-, Double-, and Triple-Strand ISO Roller Chain
    506B, 08B, 10B, 12B, 16BSteel
    Chain Indentification Tool5576N35000000000
     

    Roller Chain Tensioning Rings

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Chain and Belt Tensioners. 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 Roller
    Chain Trade No.
    Tension
    Force, lbf
    OD
    Material
    Max. Speed,
    fpm
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    For Single-Strand ANSI, ISO Roller Chain
    40, 08B34.154"Plastic1,4701555896K20000000
    40, 08B34.783"Plastic1,4701555896K16000000
    40, 08B34.783"Plastic1,6901555896K14000000
    40, 08B45.413"Plastic1,7301555896K15000000
    50, 10B65.055"Plastic8201555896K4000000
    50, 10B106.693"Plastic1,7301555896K18000000
    60, 12B77.173"Plastic1,2201555896K7000000
    60, 12B86.102"Plastic1,0601555896K6000000
    60, 12B158.169"Plastic1,2501555896K19000000
    80, 16B218.15"Plastic1,1201555896K8000000
    100, 20B1811.957"Plastic1,3701405896K22000000
     
    For Single-Strand ISO Roller Chain
    05B0.53.012"Plastic9801555896K111000000
     

    Leaf Chain and Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Leaf Chain and Links. Chain.

    Chain

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    Pair with flat-belt pulleys for low-speed pulling and to counterbalance machine tools, elevator and oven doors, and forklift masts. Made of interlaced plates held together by rivet pins, leaf chain has a higher tensile strength than roller chain. Also known as counterbalance chain.
    When servicing worn leaf chain, replace the entire chain—do not splice chain together or mix old and new chain.
    Leaf
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Lacing
    Pin
    Dia.
    Overall
    Wd.
    Breaking
    Point, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    BL834ANSI1"3 × 40.375"1 9/32"28,5002333K79000000
     

    Channel-Guided Roller Chain Tensioners

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain and Belt Tensioners. Channel-Guided Roller Chain Tensioners.
    Built-in springs put constant tension on roller chain to absorb and buffer shock, reduce vibration, and improve drive performance.
    Overall
    Mounting
    Holes
    For Roller
    Chain Trade No.
    Tension
    Force, lbf
    Travel
    Ht.
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Material
    Housing
    Material
    Dia.
    No.
    of
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    For Single-Strand ISO Roller Chain
     
    Vertical Mount/Horizontal Mount
    06B5 to 301.05"5 19/32"2 5/16"1"PlasticAluminum
    3/8"1No1806233K880000000
     
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