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    Roller Chain and Links

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

    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Double Strand
     
    Steel
    50-2ANSI5/8"0.400"3/8"2,35000000000000000
    10B-2ISO5/8"0.400"0.380"1,800000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
    50-2ANSI5/8"0.400"3/8"2,35000000000000
    10B-2ISO5/8"0.400"0.380"1,80000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    50-2ANSI5/8"0.400"3/8"30000000000000
     

    ANSI Roller Chain Spring Clips

    Image of ProductInUse. Clip Shown Installed. Front orientation. Roller Chain Spring Clips. ANSI Roller Chain Spring Clips.

    Clip Shown

    Installed

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain Spring Clips. ANSI Roller Chain Spring Clips.
    Replace lost or damaged spring clips to secure the pins on your connecting links. Face the opening away from the direction of travel to maintain a snug fit.
    For Roller
    Chain Trade No.
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Steel
    501"3/8"5000000000000
    801 5/8"5/8"500000000000
     

    Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Heavy Duty Roller Chain and Links, Chain.

    Chain

    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Double Strand
     
    Steel
    50H-2ANSI5/8"0.400"3/8"2,400000000000000
     

    ANSI Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Inserts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain Wear Gauges. ANSI Roller Chain Wear-Indicating Inserts.
    Place these steel inserts between two roller links. If they can be inserted past your ANSI number, the chain is worn out.
    Overall
    For Roller Chain Trade No.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Material
    Each
    For Single- and Double-Strand ANSI Roller Chain
    35, 40, 41, 50, 60, 80, 100, 35-2, 40-2, 50-2, 60-2, 80-2, 100-28 3/4"5/8"Steel0000000000000
     

    Sprockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drive Sprockets. Sprockets, For Double Strand.

    For Double Strand

    Sprocket teeth mesh with your roller chain to smoothly transmit power. These U.S.-made sprockets have machined teeth for a more precise fit than flame-cut or punched teeth, allowing them to glide in and out of the chain to reduce wear and extend chain life.
    Wear-Resistant Steel with Hardened Teeth—These sprockets have teeth that are hardened from the tip to the base so they withstand chain contact and wear evenly. That means fewer broken teeth and a longer lifespan than sprockets with unhardened or tip-hardened teeth. Steel is best for dry environments since moisture will cause it to rust.
    Plain Bore—Plain bore sprockets give you options—machine a custom bore, weld, or press-fit them in place. They're sized to the minimum shaft diameter listed and are machinable up to the maximum.
    For
    Roller Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    No. of
    Teeth
    OD
    Bore
    Type
    For Shaft Dia.
    Each
    For Double Strand
     
    Wear-Resistant Steel with Hardened Teeth
    40-2ANSI1/2"162.81"Plain5/8" to 1 3/8"0000000000000
    40-2ANSI1/2"172.98"Plain5/8" to 1 7/16"000000000000
    40-2ANSI1/2"183.14"Plain5/8" to 1 1/2"000000000000
    40-2ANSI1/2"193.3"Plain5/8" to 1 3/4"000000000000
    40-2ANSI1/2"203.46"Plain5/8" to 1 7/8"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"112.5"Plain5/8" to 15/16"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"122.71"Plain5/8" to 1 1/8"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"132.91"Plain5/8" to 1 5/16"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"143.11"Plain5/8" to 1 3/8"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"153.32"Plain3/4" to 1 1/2"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"163.52"Plain3/4" to 1 3/4"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"173.72"Plain3/4" to 1 7/8"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"183.92"Plain3/4" to 1 15/16"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"194.12"Plain1" to 2 1/8"0000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"204.32"Plain1" to 2 1/4"0000000000000
     

    Taper-Lock Bushing-Bore Sprockets

    Image of ProductInUse. Sprocket Shown with Bushing (Sold Separately). Front orientation. Drive Sprockets. Taper-Lock Bushing-Bore Sprockets.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drive Sprockets. Taper-Lock Bushing-Bore Sprockets, For Double Strand.

    Sprocket Shown with

    Bushing (Sold Separately)

    For Double Strand

    Quickly swap or service parts in tight spaces—no press-fitting or special tools required. Taper-lock bushings mount flush inside the sprocket hub for a slim profile. Mount a bushing (sold separately) on your shaft, slide the sprocket over it, and tighten the included set screws. As you tighten, the bushing grips the shaft and pulls it into your sprocket for a secure hold.
    Sprocket teeth mesh with your roller chain to smoothly transmit power. These U.S.-made sprockets have machined teeth for a more precise fit than flame-cut or punched teeth, allowing them to glide in and out of the chain to reduce wear and extend chain life.
    Steel—Steel is strong, but best for dry environments since moisture will cause it to rust.
    Wear-Resistant Steel with Hardened Teeth—These sprockets have teeth that are hardened from the tip to the base so they withstand chain contact and wear evenly. That means fewer broken teeth and a longer lifespan than sprockets with unhardened or tip-hardened teeth. Steel is best for dry environments since moisture will cause it to rust.
    For
    Roller Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    No. of
    Teeth
    OD
    For Bushing
    Trade No.
    Each
    For Double Strand
     
    Steel
    50-2ANSI5/8"306.32"251700000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"367.52"25170000000000000
     
    Wear-Resistant Steel with Hardened Teeth
    50-2ANSI5/8"143.11"10080000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"153.32"12100000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"163.52"12100000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"173.72"16100000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"183.92"16100000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"194.12"16100000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"204.32"20120000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"214.52"20120000000000000
    50-2ANSI5/8"255.32"20120000000000000
     
    Bushings
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