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    Sprockets

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

    For Single 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.
    Steel—Steel is strong, but best for dry environments since moisture will cause it to rust.
    Corrosion-Resistant 18-8 Stainless Steel—Won't corrode from frequent washdowns and mild chemicals, including ammonia often found in cleaning solutions.
    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,
    mm
    Bore
    Type
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    Each
    For Single Strand
     
    Steel
    06BISO3/8"828Plain8 mm to 9 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"931Plain8 mm to 11 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1034Plain8 mm to 12 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1137Plain8 mm to 14 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1241.91Plain8 mm to 16 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"1343Plain10 mm to 18 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1448.01Plain10 mm to 16 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"1551.05Plain10 mm to 20 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"1653.85Plain10 mm to 22 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"1756.9Plain10 mm to 25 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"1859.94Plain10 mm to 25 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"1962.99Plain10 mm to 28 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"2066.04Plain10 mm to 30 mm00000000000
    06BISO3/8"2169.09Plain12 mm to 30 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2272.14Plain12 mm to 32 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2373.5Plain12 mm to 32 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2477Plain12 mm to 32 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2581.03Plain12 mm to 35 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2683Plain12 mm to 38 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2786Plain12 mm to 38 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2889Plain12 mm to 38 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2992Plain12 mm to 38 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"3096.27Plain12 mm to 38 mm000000000000
    06BISO3/8"32102.73Plain14 mm to 40 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"40126.96Plain16 mm to 45 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"45142.1Plain16 mm to 45 mm0000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 18-8 Stainless Steel
    06BISO3/8"1448.36Plain10 mm to 19 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1757.39Plain10 mm to 25 mm0000000000000
     

    Flat Sprockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drive Sprockets. Flat Sprockets.
    Save space and cut weight—these sprockets don’t have a raised hub so they’re best for tight spots and lightweight designs. Bolt or weld them to components and mounting surfaces, or add a custom hub. Although they are versatile, they’re harder to align than sprockets with hubs.
    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.
    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,
    mm
    Bore
    Type
    For Shaft Dia.
    Each
    For Single Strand
     
    Steel
    06BISO3/8"1551.05Plain8 mm to 35 mm00000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1653.85Plain10 mm to 39 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1756.9Plain10 mm to 42 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"1859.94Plain10 mm to 45 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2066.04Plain10 mm to 51 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2169.09Plain10 mm to 54 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2269.69Plain10 mm to 57 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2684.07Plain10 mm to 69 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2890.17Plain10 mm to 75 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"36114.3Plain12 mm to 100 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"40126.49Plain14 mm to 112 mm0000000000000
    06BISO3/8"60187.2Plain18 mm to 172 mm0000000000000
     

    Idler Sprockets

    Maintain constant tension on your roller chain to reduce wear and vibration. These sprockets press against the chain to take up slack and rotate freely on bearings to keep the chain moving smoothly. They’re often paired with roller chain tensioners.
    For Single Strand
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Idler Sprockets. For Single Strand, Ball Bearing.

    Ball Bearing

    Ball Bearing—Smoother than smooth—the balls inside these bearings roll nearly friction-free to handle high speeds. All are sealed to keep lubricant in and dust out.
    Steel—Steel is strong, but best for dry environments since moisture will cause it to rust.
    For
    Roller Chain
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    No. of
    Teeth
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Bearing
    Material
    Each
    Ball Bearing
     
    Steel
    06BISO3/8"211668Steel0000000000000
     

    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 Single Strand.

    Sprocket Shown with

    Bushing (Sold Separately)

    For Single 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.
    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,
    mm
    For Bushing
    Trade No.
    Each
    For Single Strand
     
    Wear-Resistant Steel with Hardened Teeth
    06BISO3/8"1859.94100800000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2272.1412100000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2684.0716100000000000000
    06BISO3/8"2890.1716100000000000000
     
    Bushings

    Roller Chain and Links

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

    Chain

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

    Connecting Links

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

    Adding-and-Connecting

    Links

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    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 304 Stainless Steel—Won't corrode from frequent washdowns and mild chemicals, including ammonia often found in cleaning solutions.
    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-and-Connecting Link—An all-in-one link for adding and connecting. It adds a half-pitch length at the roller end, allowing finer length adjustments than full-pitch links. The pin end connects to your chain—except for trade number 25, which requires a separate connecting link. Remove the side plate to install. Also known as half links and offset links.
    Roller
    Chain
    Chain
    Connecting Links
    Adding-and-Connecting
    Links
    Trade
    No.
    Std.
    Pitch
    Roller
    Dia.
    Roller
    Wd.
    Working
    Load, lb.
    Per
    Ft.
    Each
    Each
    Single Strand
     
    Steel
    06BISO3/8"0.250"0.225"380000000000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    06BISO3/8"0.250"0.225"6000000000000000000000000000000000000000
     
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