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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.
    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
    12BISO3/4"1179.36Plain12 mm to 32 mm00000000000000
    12BISO3/4"1285.35Plain12 mm to 35 mm0000000000000
    12BISO3/4"1497.36Plain12 mm to 42 mm0000000000000
    12BISO3/4"15103.37Plain12 mm to 45 mm0000000000000
    12BISO3/4"16109.39Plain16 mm to 50 mm0000000000000
    12BISO3/4"17115.42Plain16 mm to 52 mm0000000000000
    12BISO3/4"18121.45Plain16 mm to 52 mm0000000000000
    12BISO3/4"19127.49Plain16 mm to 60 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
    12BISO3/4"1516100Steel0000000000000
     

    Taper-Lock Bushing-Bore Sprockets

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

    Sprocket Shown with

    Bushing (Sold Separately)

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drive Sprockets. Taper-Lock Bushing-Bore Sprockets, For Single Strand.

    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
    12BISO3/4"1389.92121000000000000000
    12BISO3/4"15101.8516100000000000000
    12BISO3/4"19125.98161000000000000000
     
    Bushings
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pulley and Sprocket Bushings. Taper-Lock Bushing.

    Taper-Lock

    Bushing

    Bushing
    Trade No.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    Each
    Taper-Lock Bushing
    12101/2"000000000000000
    12105/8"00000000000000
    12103/4"00000000000000
    12107/8"00000000000000
    121015/16"00000000000000
    12101"00000000000000
    12101 1/16"00000000000000
    12101 1/8"00000000000000
    12101 3/16"00000000000000
    12101 1/4"00000000000000
    121014 mm00000000000000
    121016 mm00000000000000
    121018 mm00000000000000
    121020 mm00000000000000
    121022 mm00000000000000
    121024 mm00000000000000
    121025 mm00000000000000
    121028 mm00000000000000
    121030 mm00000000000000
    121032 mm00000000000000
    16101/2"00000000000000
    16105/8"00000000000000
    16103/4"00000000000000
    161013/16"00000000000000
    16107/8"00000000000000
    161015/16"00000000000000
    16101"00000000000000
    16101 1/16"00000000000000
    16101 1/8"00000000000000
    16101 3/16"00000000000000
    16101 1/4"00000000000000
    16101 5/16"00000000000000
    16101 3/8"00000000000000
    16101 7/16"00000000000000
    16101 1/2"00000000000000
    16101 9/16"00000000000000
    16101 5/8"00000000000000
    16101 11/16"00000000000000
    161014 mm00000000000000
    161016 mm00000000000000
    161018 mm00000000000000
    161019 mm00000000000000
    161020 mm00000000000000
    161022 mm00000000000000
    161024 mm00000000000000
    161025 mm00000000000000
    161028 mm00000000000000
    161030 mm00000000000000
    161032 mm00000000000000
    161035 mm00000000000000
    161038 mm00000000000000
     

    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-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.
    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
    12BISO3/4"0.475"0.460"1,5000000000000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant-Coated Steel
    12BISO3/4"0.475"0.460"1,500000000000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    12BISO3/4"0.475"0.460"20000000000000000000000000000000000000000
     
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