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    Flexible Roller Chain and Links

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Flexible Roller Chain and Links, Chain.

    Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Roller Chain and Links. Flexible Roller Chain and Links, Connecting Links.

    Connecting Links

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    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.
    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.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Connecting Links
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    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Bend
    Radius
    Per
    Ft.
    Each
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    35ANSI3/8"0.200"3/16"21010"0000000000000000000000000
    40ANSI1/2"0.312"5/16"40013.78"00000000000000000000000
    50ANSI5/8"0.400"3/8"70015.748"00000000000000000000000
     
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