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Straight Link

Jack

Bead

	Material Material

	Finish Finish

Zinc Yellow-Chromate Plated

	Trade Size Trade Size	Show

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1/8
3/16
7/32
1/4
9/32
5/16
3/8
7/16
1/2
5/8
3/4
7/8
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7/0
8/0
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	System of Measurement System of Measurement

Inch

	Length Length

	Thickness Thickness

	Application Application

Not for Lifting

For Lifting

	Capacity Capacity

Less than 1,000 lbs.

1,000 to 9,999 lbs.

10,000 to 19,999 lbs.

Not Rated

	Inside Width Inside Width

	Inside Length Inside Length

	Chain Grade Chain Grade

100

120

Not Rated

	For Use Outdoors For Use Outdoors

Yes

	For Fitting Thickness For Fitting Thickness

1/2"

9/16"

	Color Color

	Black		Yellow
	Orange		Red
	Blue		Green
	White

	Approximate Number of Links per Foot Approximate Number of Links per Foot

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

ASTM

D.O.T.

D.O.T. 49 CFR 393.102

NACM Welded Steel Chain
Specifications

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	Weight per Foot Weight per Foot

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

	Grade Grade

40/43

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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.

			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
3/8	10	0.37"	0.60"	1.45"	2,600	1.2	8	9/16"	400º	No	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300	0000000	00000
Zinc-Plated Steel
3/8	10	0.37"	0.60"	1.45"	2,600	1.2	8	9/16"	400º	No	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300	0000000	0000
Galvanized Steel
3/8	10	0.37"	0.60"	1.45"	2,600	1.2	8	9/16"	400º	Yes	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300	0000000	0000
Green Powder-Coated Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.55"	1.37"	2,600	1.4	9	1/2"	200º	No	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300	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.

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.

			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
3/8	10	0.39"	0.60"	1.30"	5,400	1.4	9	9/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	00000
Zinc-Plated Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.60"	1.30"	5,400	1.4	9	9/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	0000
Galvanized Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.60"	1.30"	5,400	1.4	9	9/16"	400°	Yes	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	0000

Extra-High-Strength Grade 70 Chain—Not for Lifting

This chain is approximately 20% stronger than Grade 40/43 chain and 60% 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.

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.
Zinc Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
3/8	10	0.38"	0.60"	1.30"	6,600	1.4	9	9/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	00000

High-Temperature Grade 63 Chain—Not For Lifting

With a maximum temperature of 500° F, this chain withstands higher temperatures than other steel chain. 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.

			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.
Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.54"	1.18"	5,000	1.5	11	1/2"	500°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	000000

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.

			Inside
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
3/8	10	0.41"	0.59"	1.25"	800	9	9/16"	100°	Yes	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50	00000000	0000000
304 Stainless Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.55"	1.10"	3,500	11	1/2"	750°	Yes	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50	0000000	00000
316 Stainless Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.55"	1.10"	3,500	11	1/2"	750°	Yes	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50	0000000	00000

Tangle-Resistant Grade 30 Chain—Not for Lifting

This is the strongest tangle-resistant chain we offer. Shorter links make it easier to coil and less likely to knot. 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.

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
3/8	10	0.39"	0.62"	1.09"	2,600	1.6	10	9/16"	400°	No	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200	0000000	00000
Galvanized Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.62"	1.09"	2,600	1.6	10	9/16"	400°	Yes	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200	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.

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

			Inside
Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	Metric Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Approximate No. of Links per ft.	For Fitting Thick.	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Zinc-Plated Steel
3/8	10	0.37"	0.57"	1.36"	9	9/16"	No	2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	000000

Cut-Resistant Square-Link Chain—Not for Lifting

For maximum security, square links are more difficult to cut with bolt cutters than round links. Chain is case-hardened for cut and wear resistance. Use it to securely tie down items and lock up tools.

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

			Inside
Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	Metric Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Approximate No. of Links per ft.	For Fitting Thick.	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Zinc-Plated Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.52"	1.38"	8	1/2"	No	2, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	000000

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.
10	0.14"	0.95"	40	No	10, 25, 50, 100, 300	0000000	00000
Nickel-Plated Steel
10	0.14"	0.95"	40	No	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000
Unfinished Brass
10	0.14"	0.95"	30	No	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	00000000	0000
Unfinished 304 Stainless Steel
10	0.14"	0.95"	40	Yes	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	000000	0000

Bead Chain—Not for Lifting

Chain

Splicing Links

Screw-Mount Links

Push-Mount Links

Also known as ball chain, use this chain to keep tools with machines, keys with chucks, and gas and dust caps with tanks. Use bead chain links (sold separately) to connect or mount chain.

Nickel-plated steel, aluminum, 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.

Chain
Bead						Screw-Mount Links			Splicing Links			Push-Mount Links
Chain Trade Size	Dia.	Tensile Strength, lbs.	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Nickel-Plated Steel
10	3/16"	40	25, 50, 100, 300, 500	0000000	00000	100	0000000	000000	100	0000000	00000	100	00000000	00000
Nickel-Plated Brass
10	3/16"	40	25, 50, 100, 300, 500	0000000	000	100	0000000	00000	100	0000000	0000	100	00000000	0000
Unfinished Aluminum
10	3/16"	30	25, 50, 100, 300, 500	0000000	000	100	0000000	00000	100	00000000	0000	100	00000000	0000
Unfinished Brass
10	3/16"	40	25, 50, 100, 300, 500	00000000	000	100	00000000	00000	100	00000000	0000	100	00000000	0000
Unfinished 304 Stainless Steel
10	3/16"	100	10, 25, 50, 100, 300, 500	0000000	000	10	0000000	0000	100	00000000	0000	__	000000	00
Black Painted Steel
10	3/16"	50	10, 25, 50, 100, 500	0000000	000	10	00000000	0000	100	00000000	00000	25	00000000	0000

Bead Chain Screw-Mount Links

Screw-Mount Links

These links allow you to mount chain with a screw, bolt, or rivet.

Brass chain has excellent corrosion resistance. 304 stainless steel chain is the most corrosion resistant.

Unfinished Brass
For Bead Chain Trade Size	Mounting Hole Dia.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
10	0.19"	100	00000000	000000
Unfinished 304 Stainless Steel
10	0.19"	10	0000000	0000
Nickel-Plated Brass
8, 10	0.19"	100	0000000	00000
Black Painted Brass
10	0.19"	10	00000000	0000

Bead Chain Splicing Links

Splicing Links

Thread chain through the hole of these links to form an adjustable loop or connect chain ends to form a longer chain.

Brass chain has excellent corrosion resistance. 304 stainless steel chain is the most corrosion resistant.

Unfinished Brass
For Bead Chain Trade Size	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
10	100	00000000	00000
Unfinished 304 Stainless Steel
10	100	00000000	0000
Unfinished Aluminum
10	100	00000000	0000
Nickel-Plated Brass
8, 10	100	0000000	0000
Black Painted Brass
10	100	00000000	00000

Bead Chain Push-Mount Links

Push-Mount Links

Mount these links in a drilled hole to secure small items such as pens. Links can also be attached as the end of a pull chain.

Made of brass, links have excellent corrosion resistance.

Unfinished Brass
For Bead Chain Trade Size	Mounting Hole Dia.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
10	0.22"	100	00000000	00000
Nickel-Plated Brass
8, 10	0.22"	100	00000000	0000
Black Painted Brass
10	0.22"	25	00000000	0000

Register Chain—Not for Lifting

Use this chain to operate furnace ducts and ventilation registers. You can pry open the link ends to add additional links without cutting the chain.

Zinc-plated steel chain has good corrosion resistance.

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

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

		Inside
Register Chain Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Cap., lbs.	For Use Outdoors	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Zinc-Plated Steel
10	0.14"	0.38"	0.50"	80	No	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200	0000000	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.

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
3/8	10	0.40"	0.57"	1.22"	7,100	1.5	9	9/16"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	000000

Wear Gauge

Gauge measures the maximum allowable wear tolerances on links of Grade 80 and 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	C8, C10	0000000	000000
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	L8, L10	00000000	00000
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.

			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
3/8	10	0.39"	0.53"	1.18"	8,800	1.5	10	1/2"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	00000
Black Zinc-Plated Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.53"	1.18"	8,800	1.5	10	1/2"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	0000000	00000

Wear Gauge

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	C8, C10	0000000	000000
9/32, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1	L8, L10	00000000	00000
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	PW, PWA	00000000	00000

Extra-High-Strength Grade 120 Chain—For Lifting

The strongest chain grade we offer, it’s approximately 20% stronger than Grade 100 chain and 50% stronger than Grade 80 chain. It is heat treated and stamped with the grade and manufacturer. The links are square, which helps spread wear evenly at the contact points. 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.

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.
Blue Powder-Coated Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.56"	1.30"	10,600	1.8	10	1/2"	400°	No	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	000000	000000

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.

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

Chain Grade 63

			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.
316 Stainless Steel
3/8	10	0.39"	0.53"	1.18"	5,500	1.5	10	1/2"	650°	Yes	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 25, 50	00000000	000000

Chain with Fittings on Both Ends

Bind, bundle, tow, and haul—this steel chain has hooks on each end for versatility.

Grade 70 chain, also known as transport chain, has a high strength-to-weight ratio.

D.O.T.—Department of Transportation.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications. See Chain—For Lifting.

			Inside
Straight-Link Chain Trade Size	Metric Trade Size	Thick.	Wd.	Lg.	Cap., lbs.	Wt. per ft., lbs.	Hook Opening Wd.	Fitting Type	Specifications Met		Each
14-ft. Lg.
Steel — Chain Grade 43
3/8	10	0.39"	0.55"	1.37"	5,400	1.6	1/2"	Grab Hook	D.O.T. 393.102	0000000	0000000
Zinc-Plated Steel — Chain Grade 70
3/8	10	0.39"	0.55"	1.37"	6,600	1.8	1/2"	Grab Hook	D.O.T. 393.102	0000000	000000
20-ft. Lg.
Steel — Chain Grade 43
3/8	10	0.39"	0.55"	1.37"	5,400	1.5	1/2"	Grab Hook	D.O.T. 393.102	000000	000000
Zinc-Plated Steel — Chain Grade 70
3/8	10	0.39"	0.55"	1.37"	6,600	1.6	1/2"	Grab Hook	D.O.T. 393.102	0000000	000000

Build-Your-Own Chain Barriers

Mix and match posts and chain to create a barrier that suits your needs.

To connect two lengths of chain, use an S-hook or a connecting chain link.

Warning: Chain is not load rated. Do not use for overhead lifting, towing, or similar applications.

Chains

Solid

Inside Link
Lg.	Wd.	Link Dia.	Chain Trade Size	Material	Environment	Choose a Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
Solid
2 1/16"	7/8"	3/8"	10	Polyethylene	Outdoor	Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	10, 25, 50, 100, 200	000000	00000

Replacement Parts

Hook Connector

Ball Top

Base

Hook Connector
For Post Dia.	Choose a Color		Each
3"	Black, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	0000000	00000
Ball Top
3"	Black, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	0000000	0000
Base
3"	Black, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	0000000	00000

Connecting Chain Links for Chain Barriers

Links split in half and snap back together. Use to connect two lengths of chain.

Inside Link
Lg.	Wd.	Link Dia.	Chain Trade Size	Material	Environment	Choose a Color	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
2 1/16"	7/8"	3/8"	10	Acetal	Outdoor	Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	10	0000000	00000

Chain Barriers

Posts have a removable top. Fill the base with sand or pea gravel for added stability.

Warning: Chain is not load rated. Do not use for overhead lifting, towing, or similar applications.

Barrier

Add-On Barrier

	Post			Chain			Inside Link
Ht.	Dia.	Color	Base Dia.	Lg., ft.	Trade Size	Color	Lg.	Wd.	Link Dia.	Material	Environment	Includes		Each
Barrier
41"	3"	Black	16"	6 3/4	10	Yellow	2 1/32"	13/16"	7/16"	Polyethylene	Outdoor	Posts (3), Lengths of Chain (2), Hook Connectors (3)	0000000	0000000
Add-On Barrier
41"	3"	Black	16"	6 3/4	10	Yellow	2 1/32"	13/16"	7/16"	Polyethylene	Outdoor	Post (1), Length of Chain (1), Hook Connector (1)	0000000	00000

Replacement Parts

Hook Connector

Ball Top

Hook Connector
For Post Dia.	Choose a Color		Each
3"	Black, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	0000000	00000
Ball Top
3"	Black, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	0000000	0000
Base
3"	Black, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	0000000	00000