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Figure-eight shaped side plates grip sprockets without slipping

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Flat side plates won’t snag items to keep them moving along conveyor lines

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Slide rods or attachments through the rollers—no need to break the chain

6 products

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Attach brackets and guides, or move material directly

38 products

Roller Chain and Links


Adding Links	Adding-and-Connecting Links

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.

Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Our most corrosion resistant roller chain won’t degrade when exposed to salt water and harsh chemicals.

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.

	Roller Chain						Adding Links		Adding-and-Connecting Links
	Trade No.	Std.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.		Each		Each
Single Strand







				Steel

				25	ANSI	1/4"	0.130"	1/8"	140	00000000	00000	00000000	00000


				35	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	560	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				41	ANSI	1/2"	0.306"	1/4"	500	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	940	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,620	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,470	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	4,290	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
				100	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.750"	3/4"	6,600	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
				120	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.875"	1"	8,870	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
				140	ANSI	1 3/4"	1.000"	1"	11,740	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
				160	ANSI	2"	1.125"	1 1/4"	15,490	00000000	00000	00000000	00000


				04B	ISO	6 mm	4.00 mm	2.80 mm	130	———	0	0000000	0000
				05B	ISO	8 mm	5.00 mm	3.00 mm	270	———	0	0000000	0000
				06B	ISO	3/8"	0.250"	0.225"	380	———	0	0000000	0000
				081	ISO	1/2"	0.306"	0.122"	300	———	0	0000000	0000
				08B	ISO	1/2"	0.335"	0.305"	700	———	0	0000000	0000
				10B	ISO	5/8"	0.400"	0.380"	1,100	———	0	0000000	0000
				12B	ISO	3/4"	0.475"	0.460"	1,500	———	0	0000000	0000
				16B	ISO	1"	0.625"	0.670"	3,600	———	0	0000000	00000




						Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel

						35	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	560	00000000	0000	00000000	0000


						40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	940	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
						50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,600	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
						60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,450	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
						80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	4,100	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
						100	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.750"	3/4"	6,350	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
						120	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.875"	1"	8,500	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
						08B	ISO	1/2"	0.335"	0.305"	700	———	0	00000000	0000
						10B	ISO	5/8"	0.400"	0.380"	1,100	———	0	00000000	0000
						12B	ISO	3/4"	0.475"	0.460"	1,500	———	0	00000000	00000
						16B	ISO	1"	0.625"	0.670"	3,600	———	0	00000000	00000




								Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel

								25	ANSI	1/4"	0.130"	1/8"	20	———	0	000000	00000


								35	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	60	0000000	0000	0000000	0000
								41	ANSI	1/2"	0.306"	1/4"	75	———	0	00000000	00000
								40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	95	0000000	0000	0000000	00000
								50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	150	0000000	0000	0000000	00000
60								ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	230	0000000	0000	0000000	00000
80	ANSI							1"	0.625"	5/8"	390	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
100	ANSI							1 1/4"	0.750"	3/4"	580	———	0	0000000	00000
120	ANSI							1 1/2"	0.875"	1"	860	———	0	0000000	00000
05B	ISO							8 mm	5.00 mm	3.00 mm	25	———	0	00000000	00000
06B	ISO	3/8"						0.250"	0.225"	60	———	0	00000000	00000


08B	ISO	1/2"	0.335"					0.305"	110	———	0	00000000	0000
10B	ISO	5/8"	0.400"					0.380"	150	———	0	00000000	00000
12B	ISO	3/4"	0.475"					0.460"	200	———	0	00000000	00000
16B	ISO	1"	0.625"					0.670"	460	———	0	00000000	00000




		Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel

		40	ANSI					1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	95	———	0	0000000	00000


		50	ANSI					5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	150	———	0	0000000	00000


		Double Strand







										Steel

										35-2	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	810	00000000	0000	00000000	0000


				40-2	ANSI					1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	1,350	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				50-2	ANSI					5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	2,350	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
				60-2	ANSI					3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	3,300	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
				80-2	ANSI					1"	0.625"	5/8"	5,600	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
				100-2	ANSI					1 1/4"	0.750"	3/4"	8,600	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
				120-2	ANSI					1 1/2"	0.875"	1"	11,500	———	0	0000000	00000
				140-2	ANSI					1 3/4"	1.000"	1"	15,300	———	0	00000000	00000
				160-2	ANSI					2"	1.125"	1 1/4"	20,200	———	0	0000000	000000
				06B-2	ISO					3/8"	0.250"	0.225"	650	———	0	000000	00000
				08B-2	ISO					1/2"	0.335"	0.305"	1,200	———	0	000000	0000


				10B-2	ISO					5/8"	0.400"	0.380"	1,800	———	0	000000	00000
				12B-2	ISO					3/4"	0.475"	0.460"	2,600	———	0	000000	00000




						Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel

						40-2	ANSI			1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	1,350	———	0	0000000	00000


						50-2	ANSI			5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	2,350	———	0	0000000	00000
						60-2	ANSI			3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	3,300	———	0	0000000	00000
						80-2	ANSI			1"	0.625"	5/8"	5,600	———	0	0000000	00000
						08B-2	ISO			1/2"	0.335"	0.305"	1,200	———	0	00000000	00000
						10B-2	ISO			5/8"	0.400"	0.380"	1,800	———	0	00000000	00000
						12B-2	ISO			3/4"	0.475"	0.460"	2,600	———	0	00000000	00000
						16B-2	ISO			1"	0.625"	0.670"	4,800	———	0	00000000	00000




										Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel

										40-2	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	190	———	0	0000000	00000


										50-2	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	300	———	0	0000000	00000
										60-2	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	460	———	0	0000000	00000


Triple Strand







												Steel

		40-3										ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	2,020	00000000	0000	00000000	00000


		50-3	ANSI									5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	3,500	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
		60-3	ANSI									3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	4,870	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
		80-3	ANSI									1"	0.625"	5/8"	8,250	00000000	00000	00000000	00000

Heavy Duty Roller Chain and 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.

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.

	Roller Chain						Adding Links		Adding-and-Connecting Links
	Trade No.	Std.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.		Each		Each
Single Strand







				Steel

				35H	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	670	00000000	00000	———	0


				40H	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	1,030	00000000	0000	———	0
				50H	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,620	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
				60H	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,000	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				80H	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	3,400	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
				100H	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.750"	3/4"	5,200	00000000	0000	00000000	00000
				120H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.875"	1"	7,000	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
				140H	ANSI	1 3/4"	1.000"	1"	9,200	00000000	00000	00000000	00000
				160H	ANSI	2"	1.125"	1 1/4"	12,300	———	0	00000000	00000




						Steel with Through-Hardened Pins

						50H	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,870	———	0	0000000	00000


						60H	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,200	———	0	0000000	00000
						80H	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	3,300	0000000	0000	0000000	00000
						100H	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.750"	3/4"	5,080	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
						120H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.875"	1"	6,930	0000000	00000	0000000	00000


						Double Strand







										Steel

										50H-2	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	2,400	———	0	0000000	00000


										60H-2	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	3,400	———	0	0000000	00000
										80H-2	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	5,800	———	0	0000000	00000

Flat-Edge Roller Chain and Links


Adding Links	Adding-and-Connecting Links

No more hang-ups thanks to the flat, oblong side plates that create a level surface to keep items moving along conveyor lines. Unlike standard roller chain, there are no divots to snag products. Pair this chain with sprockets to transmit power between rotating shafts.

Lubrication is key to smooth operation and long chain life. Routinely apply oil by hand or install an oil dispenser for continuous lubrication.

Double Pitch—This chain has links that are twice as long as those on a single-pitch chain, making it lighter in weight and more energy-efficient over long drives. However, it operates at slower speeds. Use it with standard sprockets that have at least 24 teeth.

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 304 Stainless Steel—Won't corrode from frequent washdowns and mild chemicals, including ammonia often found in cleaning solutions.

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.

C2060H and C2080H—Best for minimizing shock loads from abrupt starts and stops. The thick side plates on this chain absorb jolts from motor startups, emergency braking, and sudden reversing.

	Roller Chain						Adding Links		Adding-and-Connecting Links
	Trade No.	Std.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.		Each		Each
Double Pitch







				Steel

				C2040	ANSI	1"	0.312"	5/16"	600	000000000	00000	000000000	00000


				C2050	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.400"	3/8"	1,000	000000000	0000	000000000	0000
				C2060H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.469"	1/2"	1,400	000000000	0000	000000000	0000
				C2080H	ANSI	2"	0.625"	5/8"	2,400	000000000	0000	000000000	00000




						Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel

						C2040	ANSI	1"	0.312"	5/16"	600	00000000	0000	00000000	0000


						C2050	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.400"	3/8"	1,000	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
						C2060H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.469"	1/2"	1,400	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
						C2080H	ANSI	2"	0.625"	5/8"	2,400	00000000	00000	00000000	00000




								Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel

								C2040	ANSI	1"	0.312"	5/16"	95	0000000	0000	0000000	00000


								C2050	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.400"	3/8"	150	0000000	0000	0000000	00000
								C2060H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.469"	1/2"	230	0000000	0000	0000000	00000
								C2080H	ANSI	2"	0.625"	5/8"	390	0000000	00000	0000000	00000


								Single Pitch







												Steel

												40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	930	0000000	0000	———	0


												50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,620	0000000	0000	———	0
												60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,400	0000000	0000	———	0
												80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	4,130	0000000	0000	———	0

Low-Maintenance Roller Chain and Links

Adding-and-Connecting

Links

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.

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.

	Roller Chain							Adding-and-Connecting Links
	Trade No.	Std.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.	Lubrication		Each
Oil-Embedded Open Bearings







				Steel

				40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	19/64"	810	Lubricated	00000000	000000


				50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	23/64"	1,400	Lubricated	00000000	00000
				60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	31/64"	1,950	Lubricated	00000000	00000
				80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	39/64"	3,300	Lubricated	00000000	00000




						Corrosion-Resistant Nickel-Plated Steel

						40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	19/64"	680	Lubricated	0000000	00000


						50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	23/64"	1,200	Lubricated	0000000	00000
						60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	31/64"	1,600	Lubricated	0000000	00000


						Sealed Bearings







										Steel

										40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	830	Required	000000000	00000


										50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,500	Required	000000000	00000
										60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,050	Required	000000000	00000

Clog-Resistant Flat-Edge Roller Chain and Links


Adding Links	Adding-and-Connecting Links

Debris falls through this chain, so it doesn’t jam the rollers and bring everything to a halt. Originally designed to move lumber while letting splinters and sawdust drop to the floor, this chain has the largest roller spacing in our offering. Flat, oblong side plates create a level surface that keeps items moving along conveyor lines with no hang-ups. Unlike standard roller chain, there are no divots to snag products. Pair this chain with sprockets to transmit power between rotating shafts.

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.

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.

						Adding Links		Adding-and-Connecting Links
	Roller Chain Trade No.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.		Each		Each
Single Pitch







				Steel

				81X	2.609"	0.906"	1 1/16"	2,700	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Flat-Edge Attachment Roller Chain Links

Adding Links

A-1 Attachment

Adding Links

K-1 Attachment

Adding Links

SK-1 Attachment

Add these links to your flat-edge roller chain to attach brackets and guides or move items directly in conveying, timing, and aligning setups. The flat, oblong side plates create a level surface that keeps items moving along conveyor lines. Unlike standard attachment links, there are no divots to snag or hang up products. We offer compatible flat-edge chain for your convenience. When using your own chain, make sure the trade numbers match.

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.

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.

Tab—The tabs have holes to mount parts and hang hooks.

C2060H and C2080H—Best for minimizing shock loads from abrupt starts and stops. The thick side plates on this chain absorb jolts from motor startups, emergency braking, and sudden reversing.

	Links										Chain
	Attachment		Roller Chain						Adding Links
	Style	Type	Trade No.	Std.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.		Each		Per Ft.
Double Pitch







				Steel

				A-1	Tab	C2050	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.400"	3/8"	1,000	0000000	00000	00000000	00000


				A-1	Tab	C2060H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.469"	1/2"	1,400	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
				A-1	Tab	C2080H	ANSI	2"	0.625"	5/8"	2,400	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
				K-1	Tab	C2040	ANSI	1"	0.312"	5/16"	600	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
				K-1	Tab	C2050	ANSI	1 1/4"	0.400"	3/8"	1,000	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
				K-1	Tab	C2060H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.469"	1/2"	1,400	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
				K-1	Tab	C2080H	ANSI	2"	0.625"	5/8"	2,400	0000000	00000	00000000	00000
				SK-1	Tab	C2060H	ANSI	1 1/2"	0.469"	1/2"	1,400	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
				SK-1	Tab	C2080H	ANSI	2"	0.625"	5/8"	2,400	0000000	00000	00000000	00000

Hollow-Pin Roller Chain and Links

Adding-and-Connecting

Link

Slide rods or other attachments straight through the rollers. With hollow pins, there’s no need to take this chain apart or add attachment links like you would with standard roller chain. Pair the chain with sprockets to transmit power between rotating shafts. It’s commonly used in conveying applications.

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 304 Stainless Steel—Won't corrode from frequent washdowns and mild chemicals, including ammonia often found in cleaning solutions.

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.

	Roller Chain							Adding-and-Connecting Links
	Trade No.	Std.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.	Pinhole Dia.		Each
Single Strand







				Steel

				40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	390	0.157"	00000000	000000


				50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	700	0.202"	00000000	00000
				60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	940	0.236"	00000000	00000
				80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	1,700	0.316"	00000000	00000




						Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel

						40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	95	0.157"	0000000	00000


						50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	150	0.202"	0000000	00000

Attachment Roller Chain Links


Adding Link A-1 Attachment	Adding Link K-1 Attachment

Adding Link SA-1 Attachment	Adding Link SK-1 Attachment

Add these links to your roller chain to attach brackets and guides, move items directly, or trip switches in conveying, timing, and aligning setups. 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. We offer compatible chain for your convenience. When using your own chain, make sure the trade numbers match. Do not use these links with our Low-Maintenance Roller Chain.

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.

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.

Tab—The tabs have holes to mount parts and hang hooks.

	Links										Chain
	Attachment		Roller Chain						Adding Link
	Style	Type	Trade No.	Std.	Pitch	Roller Dia.	Roller Wd.	Working Load, lb.		Each		Per Ft.
Steel



		A-1	Tab	35	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	560	000000	00000	00000000	00000


		A-1	Tab	40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	940	000000	0000	00000000	0000
		A-1	Tab	50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,600	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
		A-1	Tab	60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,450	0000000	0000	00000000	00000
		A-1	Tab	80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	4,250	0000000	0000	00000000	00000
		K-1	Tab	35	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	560	000000	0000	00000000	0000
		K-1	Tab	40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	940	000000	0000	00000000	0000
		K-1	Tab	50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,600	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
		K-1	Tab	60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,450	0000000	0000	00000000	00000
		K-1	Tab	80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	4,250	0000000	0000	00000000	00000
		SA-1	Tab	35	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	560	0000000	0000	00000000	0000


		SA-1	Tab	40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	940	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
		SA-1	Tab	50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,600	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
		SA-1	Tab	60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,450	0000000	0000	00000000	00000
		SA-1	Tab	80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	4,250	0000000	0000	00000000	00000
		SK-1	Tab	35	ANSI	3/8"	0.200"	3/16"	560	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
		SK-1	Tab	40	ANSI	1/2"	0.312"	5/16"	940	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
		SK-1	Tab	50	ANSI	5/8"	0.400"	3/8"	1,600	0000000	0000	00000000	0000
		SK-1	Tab	60	ANSI	3/4"	0.469"	1/2"	2,450	0000000	0000	00000000	00000
		SK-1	Tab	80	ANSI	1"	0.625"	5/8"	4,250	0000000	0000	00000000	00000