McMaster-Carr logo
    Enter e-mail addresses in the fields below
    Message
    Cancel
    Comments
    E-mail address (if you would like a response)
    37 Products
    About Chain
    industrial info icon

    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.

    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.
    Grade 100 Chain—For exceptionally heavy lifting jobs. It's approximately 25% stronger than Grade 80 chain to handle larger loads and continuous lifting tasks in settings such as construction and mining.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this chain to rust.
    Black Painted Steel—Best for dry environments as paint may chip and corrode over time.
    Black Zinc-Plated Steel—A common and economical choice, the zinc plating resists occasional moisture.
    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
    7/32"5.50.22"0.32"0.68"2,1005/16"400
    1
    ,
    2
    ,
    3
    ,
    4
    ,
    5
    ,
    10
    ,
    25
    ,
    50
    ,
    100
    000000000000
     
    Grade 100 Chain
     
    Steel
    7/32"5.50.22"0.31"0.68"2,7005/16"400
    1
    ,
    2
    ,
    3
    ,
    4
    ,
    5
    ,
    10
    ,
    25
    ,
    50
    00000000000
     
    Black Zinc-Plated Steel
    7/32"5.50.22"0.31"0.68"2,7005/16"400
    1
    ,
    2
    ,
    3
    ,
    4
    ,
    5
    ,
    10
    ,
    25
    ,
    50
    00000000000
     
    Wear Gauges

    Removable Figure-Eight Chain Connecting Links—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain Connecting Links. Removable Figure-Eight Chain Connecting Links—For Lifting.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Exploded view. Chain Connecting Links. Removable Figure-Eight Chain Connecting Links—For Lifting.
    Hammer the pin through the center to assemble these links. They’re also known as hammer locks and sling links. Often used to connect the legs of chain sling to a master link, these links are good for general lifting applications. All meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
    Note: Connecting links are for vertical lifting only.
    For Grade 100 Chain—Links for Grade 100 chain are approximately 20% stronger than links for Grade 80 chain.
    Powder-Coated Alloy Steel—Powder-coated alloy steel links have mild corrosion resistance.
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Inside
    Lg.
    Inside
    Wd.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Fabrication
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Black Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"5/16"1 47/64"35/64"2,700ForgedASME B30.9, ASTM A952, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.18400000000000000
     
    Orange Painted Alloy Steel
    7/32"5/16"1 47/64"35/64"2,700ForgedASME B30.9, ASTM A952, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.1840000000000000
     
    For Grade 80 Chain
     
    Alloy Steel
    7/32"1/4"1 13/32"29/64"2,100ForgedASME B30.9, ASTM A952000000000000
     

    Chain Slings with Latching Hooks

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Slings. Chain Slings with Latching Hooks, 2 Legs.

    2 Legs

    Image of Attribute. 60° Angle. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain Slings with Latching Hooks.
    Image of Attribute. 45° Angle. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain Slings with Latching Hooks.
    Image of Attribute. 30° Angle. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain Slings with Latching Hooks.

    60°

    Angle

    45°

    Angle

    30°

    Angle

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Chain Slings with Latching Hooks.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Chain Slings with Latching Hooks.
    Image of Attribute. Side1 orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Chain Slings with Latching Hooks.
    Latching hooks allow you to quickly release a load. The chain provides strength and ruggedness to withstand harsh working conditions. Slings include a tag that shows chain grade and size, length, and capacities in each configuration.
    Note: Do not use slings at an angle less than 30°.
    Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
    Capacity,
    lb.
    Hook
    Eye
    Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    @ 30°
    @ 45°
    @ 60°
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Specs. Met
    Choose a Length
    Grade 80 Steel Chain
     
    2 Legs
    7/32"2,1003,0003,6001"3 1/2"5/8"3"1 1/2"7/16"OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.184, ASME B30.9
    2 ft.
    ,
    3 ft.
    ,
    4 ft.
    ,
    5 ft.
    ,
    6 ft.
    ,
    8 ft.
    ,
    10 ft.
    ,
    12 ft.
    ,
    16 ft.
    ,
    20 ft.
    0000000
     
    Replacement Latches for Grade 80 Steel Slings

    Oblong Chain Rings—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain Rings. Oblong Chain Rings—For Lifting.
    Also known as master and sling links, a large inner diameter provides room to attach multiple connectors or legs on a sling. Use these chain rings in general lifting applications. All meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
    Note: Capacities listed are for vertical lifting only. As the angle changes from vertical, the amount of weight the chain ring can lift is significantly reduced.
    For Grade 100 Chain—Chain rings for Grade 100 chain are approximately 20% stronger than chain rings for Grade 80 chain.
    Powder-Coated Alloy Steel—Powder-coated alloy steel chain rings have mild corrosion resistance.
    Flat Thickness—Chain rings with a flat have a spot that's thinner than the rest of the chain ring, so you can slip on connectors that otherwise wouldn't fit. The flat doesn't affect the capacity of the chain ring.
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    One Chain
    Two
    Chains
    Thk.
    Flat
    Thk.
    Inside
    Lg.
    Inside
    Wd.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Fabrication
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Orange Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"7/16"3/8"3 1/2"2 9/16"3,800WeldedASME B30.26, ASTM A952, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.184000000000000
    7/32", 9/32"7/32"9/16"3/8"4 23/32"2 3/4"6,100WeldedASME B30.26, ASTM A952, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.18400000000000
     

    Clevis Hooks—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Hooks. For Lifting, Clevis.
    Slide the clevis pin into these hooks to attach chain. A latch ensures rope, chain, and fittings won't detach from the hook when the load slackens. The hook opening accommodates large anchor points and allows chain to move freely through the closed hook.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    For Grade 100 Chain—High-strength hooks for Grade 100 chain are approximately 20% stronger than hooks for Grade 80 chain.
    Powder-Coated Alloy Steel—Powder-coated hooks are mildly corrosion resistant and are stronger than stainless steel hooks.
    Epoxy-Coated Alloy Steel—Epoxy-coated hooks are more corrosion resistant than powder-coated hooks and are stronger than stainless steel hooks.
    Hooks
    Latches
    Hook
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Pin
    Dia.
    Clevis
    Inside Wd.
    Fabrication
    Latch
    Type
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Black Epoxy-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,7004:13/4"2 11/16"5/16"1/4"ForgedSpring300ASME B30.1000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Orange Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,7004:13/4"2 11/16"5/16"1/4"ForgedSpring300ASME B30.10000000000000000000000000000
     

    Adjustable Chain Slings

    Image of Product. Style B Shown in Two Leg Configuration. Front orientation. Slings. Adjustable Chain Slings.

    Style B Shown in

    Two Leg

    Configuration

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Adjustable Chain Slings.
    Image of Attribute. 60° Angle. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Adjustable Chain Slings.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Adjustable Chain Slings.

    60°

    Angle

    Image of Attribute. Side1 orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Adjustable Chain Slings.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. Adjustable Chain Slings, Style B.
    Image of Specification. Vertical. Front orientation. Adjustable Chain Slings.

    Style B

    Vertical

    Adjust the chain length and number of legs without changing slings. The chain provides strength and ruggedness to withstand the harshest working conditions.
    Note: Do not use slings at an angle less than 45°.
    Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
    Style B—Style B slings have capacities in each configuration stamped on the top link. For vertical configurations, use only one leg and the top eye while the other hangs free.
    Slings
    Replacement
    Latches
    Hook
    Eye
    Style
    Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Cap. @
    60°, lb.
    Vert. Cap.,
    lb.
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Choose a
    Length
    Each
    Grade 100 Steel Chain
    B7/32"4,7002,7007/8"2 5/8"1/4"2 11/16"2 3/16"7/16"390OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.184, ASME B30.9
    6 ft.
    ,
    10 ft.
    0000000000000000000000
     

    Pear-Shaped Chain Rings—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain Rings. Pear-Shaped Chain Rings—For Lifting.
    Limit rope and chain movement with the narrow end of these chain rings and attach multiple connectors to the wide end. These chain rings meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
    Note: Capacities listed are for vertical lifting only. As the angle changes from vertical, the amount of weight the chain ring can lift is significantly reduced.
    For Grade 100 Chain—Chain rings for Grade 100 chain are approximately 20% stronger than chain rings for Grade 80 chain.
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    One Chain
    Two Chains
    Thk.
    Inside
    Lg.
    Narrow End
    Inside Wd.
    Wide End
    Inside Wd.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Fabrication
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Orange Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32", 9/32", 3/8"7/32", 9/32"9/16"5 5/16"1 1/4"2 1/2"9,000WeldedASME B30.26, ASTM A952, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.1840000000000000
     
    For Grade 80 Chain
     
    Alloy Steel
    7/32", 9/32"7/32"1/2"6"1 1/2"3"4,100WeldedASME B30.26, ASTM A952, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.184000000000000
     

    Oblong Chain Ring Assemblies—For Lifting

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Border. Chain Rings. Oblong Chain Ring Assemblies—For Lifting.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain Rings. Oblong Chain Ring Assemblies—For Lifting.
    Providing better load distribution and alignment than single oblong chain rings, these reduce wear in three- and four-leg slings. All meet strict ASME safety standards for lifting.
    For Grade 100 Chain—Chain Rings for Grade 100 chain are approximately 20% stronger than chain rings for Grade 80 chain. They have a maximum lifting angle of 60°.
    For Grade 80 Chain—Chain rings for Grade 80 chain have a maximum lifting angle of 60°.
    Oblong
    Chain Rings
    Coupling
    Chain Rings
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Inside
    Lg.
    Inside
    Wd.
    Inside
    Lg.
    Inside
    Wd.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Max. Lifting
    Angle
    Fabrication
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Yellow Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32", 9/32"11/16"5 1/2"3 1/8"4 11/16"2 3/8"9,40060°WeldedASME B30.26, ASTM A952, EN 1677, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.1840000000000000
     
    For Grade 80 Chain
     
    Orange Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"5/8"5 5/16"3"4 13/16"2 11/16"7,20060°WeldedASME B30.26, ASTM A952, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.1840000000000000
     

    Grab Hooks with Clevis—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hooks. For Lifting, Grab Hook, Clevis.
    Slide the clevis pin into these hooks to attach chain, no extra fittings needed. The hook has a narrow throat that’s precisely sized to grip a single link of chain. Made of powder-coated steel, they resist some corrosion.
    Match your hook to your chain’s grade. The higher the chain grade, the stronger hook. For the three chain grades we offer hooks for (80, 100, 120), each hook is about 20% stronger than the last.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    Hook
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Pin
    Dia.
    Clevis
    Inside Wd.
    Fabrication
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Orange Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,7004:15/16"1 7/8"5/16"5/16"Forged300ASME B30.1000000000000000
     

    Eye Hooks—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hooks. For Lifting, Eye.
    A latch ensures rope, chain, and fittings won't separate from the hook when the load slackens. The hook opening accommodates large anchor points and allows chain to move freely through the closed hook.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    For Grade 100 Chain—Hooks for Grade 100 chain are high strength. Epoxy-coated steel hooks are more corrosion resistant than powder-coated hooks.
    Hooks
    Latches
    Hook
    Eye
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    ID
    Thk.
    Fabrication
    Latch
    Type
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Black Epoxy-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,7004:13/4"3 5/16"3/4"3/8"ForgedSpring300ASME B30.1000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Orange Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,7004:13/4"3 5/16"3/4"3/8"ForgedSpring300ASME B30.10000000000000000000000000000
     

    Clevis Hooks with Load-Locking Latch—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hooks. For Lifting, Clevis, Load-Locking Latch.
    For a more secure connection than standard hooks, the latch locks closed when a load is applied.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    Hooks
    Replacement Trigger
    Kits for Hooks
    Hook
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Pin
    Dia.
    Clevis
    Inside Wd.
    Fabrication
    Latch
    Type
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    For Grade 80 Chain
     
    Red Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,1004:11 3/8"3 11/16"5/16"1/4"ForgedLocking400ASME B30.1000000000000000000000000000
     

    Ring Links with Chain-Shortening Hooks—For Lifting

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Ring Links. Ring Links with Chain-Shortening Hooks—For Lifting.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Ring Links. Ring Links with Chain-Shortening Hooks—For Lifting, 1 Hook.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Ring Links. Ring Links with Chain-Shortening Hooks—For Lifting, 2 Hooks.

    1 Hook

    2 Hooks

    A pear-shaped link and hook for chain shortening allow you to create an adjustable-length chain sling. These links meet strict ASTM safety standards for lifting.
    Note: Capacities for links with one hook are for vertical lifting only. Capacities for links with two hooks are based on two-leg sling assemblies.
    No. of
    Hooks
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Inside
    Lg.
    Inside
    Wd.
    Hook Opening
    Wd.
    Clevis
    Inside Wd.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Fabrication
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Yellow Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    17/32"19/32"3 15/32"2 3/8"5/16"5/16"3,300ForgedASTM A952, EN 16770000000000000
    27/32"21/32"3 1/2"2 13/32"5/16"5/16"4,700ForgedASTM A952, EN 16770000000000000
     

    Grab Hooks with Eye—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hooks. For Lifting, Grab Hook, Eye.
    With a narrow opening and contoured sides, these securely hold a single link of chain to prevent overtightening when lifting a load.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    Hook
    Eye
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    ID
    Thk.
    Fabrication
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Orange Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,7004:15/16"2"1/2"3/8"Forged300ASME B30.1000000000000000
     

    Clevis Hooks with Load-Locking Latch and Ball-Bearing Swivel—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hooks. Load-Locking Latch, Clevis, Ball Bearing Swivels, For Lifting.
    Rotate these hooks for easy positioning before lifting your load. They have a latch that locks when a load is applied for a more secure connection than standard hooks.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    Hooks
    Replacement Trigger
    Kits for Hooks
    Hook
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    Pin
    Dia.
    Clevis
    Inside Wd.
    Fabrication
    Latch
    Type
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    For Grade 80 Chain
     
    Yellow Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,1004:11 1/8"5 13/16"5/16"1/4"ForgedLocking400ASME B30.10000000000000000000000000000
     

    Eye Hooks with Load-Locking Latch—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hooks. For Lifting, Load-Locking Latch, Eye, Without Handle.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. For Lifting, Load-Locking Latch, Eye.

    Without Handle

    For a more secure connection than standard hooks, the latch locks closed when a load is applied.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    Hooks
    Replacement Trigger
    Kits for Hooks
    Hook
    Eye
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    ID
    Thk.
    Fabrication
    Latch
    Type
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    With
    Handle
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    For Grade 80 Chain
     
    Red Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,1004:11 3/8"4 5/16"13/16"7/16"ForgedLocking400NoASME B30.100000000000000000000000000
     

    Eye Hooks with Load-Locking Latch and Swivel—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hooks. Eye, Load-Locking Latch, Swivels without Ball Bearings, For Lifting.
    These have a latch that locks closed when a load is applied for a more secure connection than standard hooks. They rotate for easy positioning before a load is applied.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    For Grade 100 Chain—High-strength hooks for Grade 100 chain are approximately 20% stronger than hooks for Grade 80 chain. They are powder-coated steel, so they resist some corrosion.
    Hooks
    Replacement Trigger
    Kits for Hooks
    Hook
    Eye
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    ID
    Thk.
    Fabrication
    Latch
    Type
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Yellow Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"3,3004:11 1/8"5 7/8"1 5/16"7/16"ForgedLocking400ASME B30.10000000000000000000000000000
     

    Eye Hooks with Load-Locking Latch and Ball Bearing Swivel—For Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. For Lifting, Ball Bearing Swivels, Load-Locking Latch, Eye.
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Hooks. For Lifting, Ball Bearing Swivels, Load-Locking Latch, Eye, Without Handle.

    Without

    Handle

    For a more secure connection than standard hooks, these hooks have a latch that locks closed when a load is lifted. A ball-bearing swivel allows them to rotate under a load. These hooks are made for Grade 100 chain, so they are approximately 20% stronger than hooks for Grade 80 chain. Made of powder-coated steel, they resist some corrosion.
    Note: Capacities are for vertical lifting only.
    Hooks
    Replacement Trigger
    Kits for Hooks
    Hook
    Eye
    For Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Safety
    Factor
    Opening
    Wd.
    Usable
    Lg.
    ID
    Thk.
    Fabrication
    Latch
    Type
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    With
    Handle
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    For Grade 100 Chain
     
    Silver Powder-Coated Alloy Steel
    7/32"2,5005:11 1/8"6 1/8"1 1/2"1/2"ForgedLocking390NoASME B30.100000000000000000000000000000
     
    back to top