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    41 Products
    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.

    Twisted-Link Chain

    Image of Product. Tangle-Resistant Chain. Front orientation. Chain. Twisted-Link Chain, Tangle-Resistant Chain.

    Tangle-Resistant

    Chain

    The links on this chain lie flat against curved or awkwardly shaped loads to secure them tightly.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    Tangle-Resistant Chain—Unlike other twisted-link chain, short, wide links make this chain easier to coil and less likely to knot when you store or transport it.
    Nickel-Plated Steel—With a shiny silver finish, the plating also withstands mild chemicals and salt water without wearing away as fast as zinc-plated steel.
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel—With solid stainless steel construction, this chain has no plating that could wear away. It won't rust in wet environments and holds up against mild chemicals and solvents.
    Inside
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Tangle-Resistant Chain
     
    Nickel-Plated Steel
    0.08"0.14"0.29"Not Rated
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    0.09"0.17"0.33"Not Rated
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    000000000000
    0.11"0.22"0.40"Not Rated
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    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    0.07"0.13"0.30"100
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    0.09"0.16"0.31"100
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    0.11"0.22"0.50"200
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    Medium Duty Chain

    Image of Product. Tangle-Resistant Chain. Front orientation. Chain. Medium Duty Chain, Tangle-Resistant Chain.

    Tangle-Resistant

    Chain

    Image of Product. No-Snag Chain. Front orientation. Chain. Medium Duty Chain, No-Snag Chain.

    No-Snag

    Chain

    Construct barriers and hang fixtures such as lighting and storage racks. While it won't hold up the same amount of weight as heavy duty chain, this chain is lighter and easier to carry.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    Tangle-Resistant Chain—Unlike other straight-link chain, short, wide links make this chain easier to coil and less likely to knot when you store or transport it.
    No-Snag Chain—The smooth links on this chain prevent it from snagging on clothing and other material.
    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.
    Nickel-Plated Steel—With a shiny silver finish, the plating also withstands mild chemicals and salt water without wearing away as fast as zinc-plated steel.
    Brass-Plated Steel—Often chosen for the shiny gold finish, the plating also keeps out occasional moisture.
    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.
    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.
    Tangle-Resistant Chain
     
    Steel
    430.12"0.21"0.55"2003/16"400
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    50
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    100
    000000000000
    23.80.15"0.26"0.61"3001/4"400
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    00000000000
    1/04.50.17"0.31"0.74"4001/4"400
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    2/04.90.19"0.34"0.78"5005/16"400
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    2/04.90.19"0.47"0.88"4007/16"400
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    4/05.50.21"0.40"0.95"7003/8"400
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    4/05.50.21"0.50"0.88"6007/16"400
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    00000000000
    5/06.40.25"0.44"1.07"9007/16"400
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    00000000000
    6/070.28"0.48"1.34"1,1007/16"400
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    7/07.60.30"0.55"1.19"1,3001/2"400
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    00000000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    430.12"0.21"0.55"2003/16"400
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    33.40.14"0.24"0.59"2003/16"390
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    23.80.15"0.26"0.61"3001/4"400
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    00000000000
    14.10.16"0.28"0.63"3001/4"400
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    1/04.50.17"0.31"0.74"4001/4"400
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    2/04.90.19"0.34"0.78"5005/16"390
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    2/04.90.19"0.47"0.88"4007/16"400
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    3/05.30.21"0.36"1.01"6005/16"400
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    4/05.50.21"0.40"0.95"7003/8"390
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    4/05.50.21"0.50"0.88"6007/16"400
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    5/06.40.25"0.44"1.07"9007/16"400
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    7/07.60.30"0.50"2.10"1,3001/2"400
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    Galvanized Steel
    5/06.40.25"0.44"1.07"9007/16"390
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    No-Snag Chain
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    5/64"20.08"0.17"0.50"551/8"Not Rated
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    430.12"0.34"1.35"2005/16"400
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    000000000000
     
    Nickel-Plated Steel
    5/64"20.08"0.17"0.50"551/8"Not Rated
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    00000000000
     
    Brass-Plated Steel
    5/64"20.08"0.17"0.50"551/8"Not Rated
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    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.
    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.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this chain to rust.
    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.
    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.
    Tangle-Resistant Grade 30 Chain
     
    Steel
    1/4"70.28"0.50"1.02"1,3007/16"400
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    5/16"80.34"0.49"0.99"1,9007/16"400
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    3/8"100.39"0.62"1.09"2,6009/16"400
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    1/2"130.50"0.75"1.33"4,50011/16"400
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    Galvanized Steel
    1/4"70.27"0.43"0.87"1,3003/8"400
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    5/16"80.34"0.49"0.99"1,9007/16"400
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    3/8"100.39"0.62"1.09"2,6009/16"400
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    1/2"130.51"0.75"1.33"4,50011/16"400
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