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    About Chain
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    Find a chain style and capacity that's up to any task, from hanging a 5 lb. light fixture to rigging a 17 ton generator.

    Heavy Duty Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain. Heavy Duty Chain.
    Bind, tie down and tow loads with this chain. This chain is graded based on weight capacity, so you'll always know exactly how much it can handle. Look for the manufacturer's stamp on each link to confirm the grade.
    When using fittings with chain, match the trade size and meet or exceed the chain’s grade to avoid chain damage or failure.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    Grade 30 Chain—An economical choice for everyday industrial jobs that require only moderate strength. It's commonly used to create guardrails and to secure loads on farms and construction sites.
    Tangle-Resistant Grade 30 Chain—The strongest tangle-resistant chain we offer. Shorter links make this chain easier to coil and less likely to knot when you're trying to store or transport it.
    Grade 43 Chain—50% stronger than Grade 30 chain, this chain is great for towing as well as quickly securing and releasing large loads when logging.
    Grade 70 Chain—Secure vehicles, machinery, and other loads on trailers and trucks for safe transportation. It's approximately 20% stronger than Grade 43 chain and 60% stronger than Grade 30 chain. Also known as transport chain, it meets D.O.T. standards for load securement.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this chain to rust.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common and economical choice, the zinc plating resists occasional moisture.
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel—Won't scratch or wear away as fast as clear zinc plating and resists occasional moisture. The distinctive golden color confirms this chain is compliant with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
    Galvanized Steel—A thick coating protects this chain in wet and outdoor environments about as well as 304 stainless steel, but it corrodes when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
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    Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Metric Chain
    Trade Size
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    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
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    For Fitting
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    Max. Temp.,
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    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
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    Grade 30 Chain
     
    Steel
    1/8"40.16"0.27"0.90"4001/4"400
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    3592T1200000
    3/16"5.50.21"0.39"0.95"8003/8"400
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    3592T140000
    1/4"70.26"0.46"1.24"1,3007/16"400
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    3592T150000
    5/16"80.31"0.49"1.30"1,9007/16"400
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    3592T160000
    3/8"100.37"0.60"1.45"2,6009/16"400
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    3592T170000
    1/2"130.49"0.81"1.56"4,5003/4"400
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    3592T190000
    5/8"160.63"1.00"1.87"6,90015/16"400
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    3592T2200000
    3/4"200.78"1.02"2.61"10,6001"400
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    3592T2300000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1/8"40.16"0.27"0.90"4001/4"400
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    3592T130000
    3/16"5.50.21"0.39"0.95"8003/8"400
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    3592T310000
    1/4"70.26"0.46"1.24"1,3007/16"400
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    3592T320000
    5/16"80.31"0.49"1.30"1,9007/16"400
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    3592T330000
    3/8"100.37"0.60"1.45"2,6009/16"400
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    3592T340000
    1/2"130.49"0.81"1.56"4,5003/4"400
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    3592T3600000
     
    Galvanized Steel
    1/8"40.16"0.27"0.90"4001/4"400
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    3592T180000
    3/16"5.50.21"0.39"0.95"8003/8"400
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    3592T440000
    1/4"70.26"0.46"1.24"1,3007/16"400
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    3592T450000
    5/16"80.31"0.49"1.30"1,9007/16"400
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    3592T460000
    3/8"100.37"0.60"1.45"2,6009/16"400
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    3592T470000
    1/2"130.49"0.81"1.56"4,5003/4"400
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    3592T4900000
    5/8"160.63"1.00"1.87"6,90015/16"400
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    3592T8100000
     
    Tangle-Resistant Grade 30 Chain
     
    Steel
    1/4"70.28"0.50"1.02"1,3007/16"400
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    3575T220000
     
    Grade 43 Chain
     
    Steel
    1/4"70.27"0.50"1.02"2,6007/16"400
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    3588T140000
    5/16"80.32"0.49"1.15"3,9007/16"400
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    3588T150000
    3/8"100.39"0.60"1.30"5,4009/16"400
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    3588T160000
    1/2"130.52"0.81"1.56"9,2003/4"400
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    3588T180000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1/4"70.27"0.50"1.02"2,6007/16"400
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    3588T340000
    5/16"80.32"0.49"1.15"3,9007/16"400
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    3588T350000
    3/8"100.39"0.60"1.30"5,4009/16"400
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    3588T360000
    1/2"130.52"0.81"1.56"9,2003/4"400
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    3588T370000
     
    Galvanized Steel
    1/4"70.27"0.50"1.02"2,6007/16"400
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    3588T220000
    5/16"80.32"0.49"1.15"3,9007/16"400
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    3588T230000
    3/8"100.39"0.60"1.30"5,4009/16"400
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    3588T240000
    1/2"130.52"0.81"1.56"9,2003/4"400
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    3588T2600000
    5/8"160.63"1.00"1.87"13,00015/16"400
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    3588T2700000
     
    Grade 70 Chain
     
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    1/4"70.27"0.46"1.24"3,1007/16"400
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    3363T910000
    5/16"80.32"0.49"1.15"4,7007/16"400
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    3363T920000
    3/8"100.38"0.60"1.30"6,6009/16"400
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    3363T930000
    1/2"130.50"0.81"1.56"11,3003/4"400
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    3363T9500000
     

    Extra Heavy Duty Chain for Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain. Extra Heavy Duty Chain for Lifting.
    Lift, hoist, and rig heavy equipment, vehicles, containers, and more with the strongest chain we offer. This chain is graded by weight capacity, so you can pick the best option whether you're hauling a bulldozer or unloading cargo from a ship. Look for the manufacturer's stamp on each link to confirm the grade.
    When using fittings with chain, match the trade size and meet or exceed the chain’s grade to avoid chain damage or failure.
    Warning: Never use chain to lift people or items over people.
    Grade 80 Chain—Your go-to option for most lifting jobs. Rig and lift industrial vehicles, heavy machinery, and shipping containers with this chain.
    Black Painted Steel—Best for dry environments as paint may chip and corrode over time.
    Inside
    Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Metric Chain
    Trade Size
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    For Fitting
    Thk.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Grade 80 Chain
     
    Black Painted Steel
    9/32"70.28"0.41"0.88"3,5003/8"400
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    3587T1400000
    5/16"80.33"0.48"1.02"4,5007/16"400
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    3587T5700000
    3/8"100.40"0.57"1.22"7,1009/16"400
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    3587T1500000
    5/8"160.63"0.92"1.93"18,1007/8"400
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    3587T1700000
     
    Wear Gauges
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain Wear Gauges.
    Measure the maximum amount of wear allowed by OSHA on links of Grade 80 or 100 steel chain. If you can insert the gauge over any part of the link, you should take the chain out of service.
    For Straight-Link Chain Trade Size
    For Mfr. Model
    Each
    For Grade 80 and Grade 100 Chain
    9/32", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1"H29, KWB, P8, P103831T412000000
    9/32", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1"L8, L103831T41100000
     

    Tire Chains

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tire Chains.
    Durable steel chains keep you from spinning your wheels in snow and mud.
    Also Available: Chains for other tire sizes. Please ask for 4991T999 and specify vehicle type and tire size.
    For SUV Tires and For Truck Tires—Chains for SUVs and trucks comply with NACM (National Association of Chain Manufacturer) Welded Steel Chain Specifications.
    For Tire Size
    Pair
    For SUV Tires, For Truck Tires
    10.50/8.00-15LT, 225/70R19.5, 245/75R17LT, 265/75R16LT, P265/65R18, P265/70R164991T9730000000
     
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