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    Roller Chain Type

    Roller Chain Type

    Roller Chain and Links

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    Chain

    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    41ANSI1/2"0.306"1/4"5000000000000000
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"940000000000000
    081ISO1/2"0.306"0.122"30000000000000
    08BISO1/2"0.335"0.305"70000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"9400000000000
    08BISO1/2"0.335"0.305"70000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    41ANSI1/2"0.306"1/4"75000000000000
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"95000000000000
    08BISO1/2"0.335"0.305"1100000000000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"95000000000000
     
    Double Strand
     
    Steel
    40-2ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"1,3500000000000000
    08B-2ISO1/2"0.335"0.305"1,200000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
    40-2ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"1,35000000000000
    08B-2ISO1/2"0.335"0.305"1,20000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    40-2ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"19000000000000
     
    Triple Strand
     
    Steel
    40-3ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"2,020000000000000
     

    Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links

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    Chain

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    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    40HANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"1,030000000000000
     

    Attachment Roller Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Attachment Roller Chain, A-1 Attachment.

    A-1 Attachment

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Attachment Roller Chain, K-1 Attachment.

    K-1 Attachment

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Attachment Roller Chain, D-3 Attachment.

    D-3 Attachment

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    Skip the hassle of adding attachment links, this chain arrives with them already installed. No disassembly required, just pick your length and get moving. Use this chain to mount brackets and guides, move items directly, or trip switches with tabs or pins 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.
    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.
    Pin—The pins are extended to trip switches.
    Tab—The tabs have holes to mount parts and hang hooks.
    Connecting Link—Use a single link to join both ends of your chain. Start by removing the spring clip 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.
    Chain
    Connecting Links
    Adding Links
    Attachment
    Roller
    Chain
    Style
    Type
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Each
    Each
    Steel
    A-1Tab40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"8150000000000000000000000000000000000000
    K-1Tab40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"8150000000000000000000000000000000000
    D-3Pin40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"81500000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Low-Maintenance Roller Chain and Links

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    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Lubrication
    Per
    Ft.
    Oil-Embedded Open Bearings
     
    Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"19/64"810Lubricated000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Nickel-Plated Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"19/64"680Lubricated00000000000
     
    Sealed Bearings
     
    Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"830Required0000000000000
     

    Hollow-Pin Roller Chain and Links

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    Chain

    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Pinhole
    Dia.
    Per
    Ft.
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"3900.157"000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"950.157"00000000000
     

    Dry-Running Roller Chain and Links

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    Chain

    Say goodbye to messy grease and time-consuming maintenance. This chain has plastic bearings that run smoothly without lubrication. Paired with stainless steel pins and side plates, it’s lightweight, quiet-running, and resistant to mild chemicals. The chain withstands starts and stops better than all-plastic chain, but it handles only a fraction of the load of all-metal chain. 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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Lubrication
    Per
    Ft.
    Single Strand
     
    Plastic with 304 Stainless Steel Pins and Side Plates
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"95Not Required0000000000000
     

    Flat-Edge Roller Chain and Links

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    Chain

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    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.
    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Single Pitch
     
    Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"9300000000000000
     

    Flexible Roller Chain and Links

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    Chain

    Thanks to extra space between components, this chain flexes side to side to take on misaligned sprockets or curved conveyor paths. 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. Also known as bow 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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Bend
    Radius
    Per
    Ft.
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"40013.78"000000000000
     
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