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    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.

    Lock-Link Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain. Lock-Link Chain, Standard Profile.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain. Lock-Link Chain, Flat Profile.

    Standard

    Profile

    Flat

    Profile

    Operate overhead doors and machinery too heavy for a sash or plumbers' chain. The ends of the chain lock around the connecting link, so it lies flat against chain wheels and sprockets.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    Flat Profile—Trimmed links allow this chain to sit closer against a chain wheel or sprocket.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common and economical choice, the zinc plating resists 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.
    Chain Connectors—Form your chain into a loop on a chain wheel.
    Chain
    Chain Connectors
    Inside
    Lock-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    For Chain Wheel
    Trade Size
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Each
    Standard Profile
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    2/00.14"0.42"0.70"30010, 25, 50, 1003600T3700000———0
    3/00.15"0.50"0.74"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003600T380000———0
     
    Galvanized Steel
    2/00.15"0.43"0.70"3005, 10, 25, 50, 100, 2003600T590000———0
     
    Flat Profile
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    20.09"0.35"0.58"10010, 25, 50, 100, 200, 3003600T340000———0
    1/00.12"0.43"0.60"2001, 1 1/2, 210, 25, 50, 100, 200, 3003600T3600003600T83000000
    4/00.16"0.50"0.88"4002 1/2, 3, 3 1/25, 10, 25, 50, 1003600T3900003600T8100000
    5/00.18"0.65"1.10"5004, 4 1/2, 55, 10, 25, 50, 1003600T4100003600T8200000
     
    Galvanized Steel
    20.09"0.35"0.60"10010, 25, 50, 1003600T560000———0
    1/00.12"0.41"0.55"2001, 1 1/2, 210, 25, 50, 100, 2003600T5800003600T8300000
    4/00.16"0.50"0.88"4002 1/2, 3, 3 1/25, 10, 25, 50, 1003600T6200003600T8100000
     

    Twisted-Link Chain

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

    Chain

    The links on this chain lie flat against curved or awkwardly shaped loads to secure them tightly.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    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.
    Inside
    Twisted-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Chain
     
    Steel
    40.12"0.18"1.09"10010, 25, 50, 1003594T3400000
    20.15"0.22"1.15"2005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T350000
    1/00.17"0.27"1.22"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T360000
    2/00.19"0.29"1.24"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T370000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    40.12"0.18"1.09"10010, 25, 50, 1003594T640000
    30.14"0.21"1.14"2005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T710000
    20.15"0.22"1.15"2005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T650000
    1/00.17"0.27"1.22"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T660000
    2/00.19"0.29"1.24"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T670000
     

    Medium Duty 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.
    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.
    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.
    Chain
    Image of Product. Chain. Front orientation. Chain. Medium Duty Chain, Chain.

    Chain

     
    Steel
    430.12"0.21"1.11"2003/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T1400000
    23.80.15"0.26"1.18"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T150000
    14.10.16"0.28"1.25"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T220000
    1/04.50.17"0.31"1.24"4001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T160000
    2/04.90.19"0.34"1.30"5005/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T170000
    4/05.50.21"0.38"1.39"6003/8"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T180000
    5/06.40.25"0.45"1.55"8007/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T190000
    6/070.28"0.50"1.81"1,1007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T790000
    7/07.60.30"0.50"1.92"1,3007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T750000
    9/09.250.36"0.60"2.17"2,0009/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T760000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    430.12"0.21"1.11"2003/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T440000
    23.80.15"0.26"1.18"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T450000
    14.10.16"0.28"1.25"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T520000
    1/04.50.17"0.31"1.24"4001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T460000
    2/04.90.19"0.34"1.30"5005/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T470000
    3/05.30.21"0.36"1.30"6005/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T530000
    4/05.50.21"0.38"1.39"6003/8"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T480000
    5/06.40.25"0.45"1.55"8007/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T490000
    6/070.28"0.50"1.81"1,1007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T890000
    7/07.60.30"0.50"1.92"1,3007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T850000
    9/09.250.36"0.60"2.17"2,0009/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T860000
     
    Galvanized Steel
    23.80.15"0.26"1.18"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T250000
    1/04.50.17"0.31"1.24"4001/4"3905, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T260000
    2/04.90.19"0.34"1.30"5005/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T270000
    4/05.50.21"0.38"1.39"6003/8"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T280000
    5/06.40.25"0.45"1.55"8007/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T290000
    6/070.28"0.50"1.81"1,1007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T960000
    7/07.60.30"0.50"1.92"1,3007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T950000
    9/09.250.36"0.60"2.17"2,0009/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T970000
     
    Tangle-Resistant Chain
    Image of Product. Tangle-Resistant Chain. Front orientation. Chain. Medium Duty Chain, Tangle-Resistant Chain.

    Tangle-Resistant

    Chain

     
    Steel
    430.12"0.21"0.55"2003/16"40010, 25, 50, 1003593T140000
    23.80.15"0.26"0.61"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T150000
    1/04.50.17"0.31"0.74"4001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T160000
    2/04.90.19"0.34"0.78"5005/16"4005, 10, 20, 25, 50, 1003593T170000
    4/05.50.21"0.40"0.95"7003/8"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T120000
    5/06.40.25"0.44"1.07"9007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T190000
    6/070.28"0.48"1.34"1,1007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T260000
    7/07.60.30"0.55"1.19"1,3001/2"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T250000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    430.12"0.21"0.55"2003/16"40010, 25, 50, 1003593T410000
    33.40.14"0.24"0.59"2003/16"3905, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T470000
    23.80.15"0.26"0.61"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T420000
    14.10.16"0.28"0.63"3001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T480000
    1/04.50.17"0.31"0.74"4001/4"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T430000
    2/04.90.19"0.34"0.78"5005/16"3905, 10, 20, 25, 50, 1003593T440000
    3/05.30.21"0.36"1.01"6005/16"4005, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T490000
    4/05.50.21"0.40"0.95"7003/8"3905, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T590000
    5/06.40.25"0.44"1.07"9007/16"4002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T460000
     
    Galvanized Steel
    5/06.40.25"0.44"1.07"9007/16"3902, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003593T880000
     

    Double-Loop Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain. Double-Loop Chain.
    Tether equipment and tools or secure gates with this chain. The two interlocking loops on each link create a stronger hold than jack chain.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common and economical choice, the zinc plating resists 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.
    Powder-Coated Steel—Powder coating steel gives it a colored finish and a strong barrier against moisture and mild chemicals.
    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
    Double-Loop
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    50.06"0.19"0.92"5025, 50, 100, 200, 300, 5003599T4600000
    40.07"0.21"1.00"7025, 50, 100, 200, 300, 5003599T470000
    30.08"0.25"1.14"9025, 50, 100, 200, 300, 5003599T480000
    20.09"0.28"1.33"10025, 50, 100, 2503599T490000
    10.11"0.35"1.71"10025, 50, 100, 2503599T510000
    1/00.12"0.38"1.78"20025, 50, 100, 2503599T520000
    2/00.14"0.38"1.82"20025, 50, 100, 2503599T530000
    2/00.14"0.38"2.25"20025, 50, 100, 2503599T570000
    3/00.15"0.38"2.18"30010, 25, 50, 100, 2503599T540000
    4/00.16"0.40"2.18"30010, 25, 50, 1003599T550000
     
    Galvanized Steel
    30.08"0.25"1.14"9010, 25, 50, 1003599T780000
    1/00.12"0.30"1.78"20010, 25, 50, 1003599T820000
    2/00.14"0.38"2.17"20010, 25, 50, 1003599T830000
    4/00.16"0.43"2.19"3005, 10, 25, 50, 75, 1003599T850000
    8/00.23"0.57"2.90"7002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 1003599T880000
     
    White Powder-Coated Steel
    30.08"0.25"1.10"9010, 25, 503599T610000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    30.08"0.25"1.14"905, 10, 25, 50, 1003616T240000
    10.11"0.35"1.71"1002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003616T250000
    2/00.14"0.38"1.82"2002, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003616T260000
     

    High-Visibility Double-Loop Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain. High-Visibility Double-Loop Chain.
    Secure gates and items or block off restricted areas with this easy-to-view chain. The two interlocking loops on each link create a stronger hold than jack chain.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    Powder-Coated Steel—Powder coating steel gives it a colored finish and a strong barrier against moisture and mild chemicals.
    Inside
    Double-Loop
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
     
    Yellow Powder-Coated Steel
    2/00.14"0.38"2.17"20010, 25, 50, 100, 1253599T6500000
     

    Jack Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Chain. Jack Chain.
    Hang all sorts of small signage and fixtures with our lightest duty chain. With the links formed into a figure eight, then twisted into a 90° angle, it won't spin or jostle in the wind.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    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.
    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.
    Brass—With a shiny gold finish, brass is also more durable than plated steel and won't rust in wet environments.
    Jack Chain
    Trade Size
    Thk.
    Inside
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    180.05"0.39"525, 50, 100, 300, 5003603T3600000
    160.06"0.52"1025, 50, 100, 300, 5003603T370000
    140.08"0.63"1625, 50, 100, 300, 5003603T760000
    120.11"0.80"2025, 50, 100, 3003603T770000
    100.14"0.95"4010, 25, 50, 100, 3003603T410000
    80.16"1.09"6010, 25, 50, 100, 3003603T420000
    60.19"1.21"8010, 25, 50, 100, 3003603T7730000
     
    Nickel-Plated Steel
    200.03"0.30"325, 50, 1003603T850000
    180.05"0.39"525, 50, 1003603T860000
    160.06"0.52"1025, 50, 1003603T870000
    140.08"0.63"1625, 50, 1003603T880000
    120.11"0.80"2025, 50, 1003603T890000
    100.14"0.95"4010, 25, 50, 1003603T910000
    80.16"1.09"6010, 25, 50, 1003603T920000
     
    Brass-Plated Steel
    200.03"0.30"325, 50, 1003603T940000
    180.05"0.39"425, 50, 1003603T950000
    160.06"0.52"1025, 50, 1003603T960000
    140.08"0.63"1625, 50, 1003603T970000
    120.11"0.80"2025, 50, 1003603T980000
    60.19"1.21"8010, 25, 50, 1003603T1020000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
    180.05"0.39"510, 25, 50, 100, 2003617T20000
    160.06"0.52"1010, 25, 50, 100, 2003617T30000
    140.08"0.63"1610, 25, 50, 100, 2003617T40000
    120.11"0.80"205, 10, 25, 50, 100, 2003617T50000
    100.14"0.95"405, 10, 25, 50, 1003617T60000
    80.16"1.09"602, 5, 10, 25, 50, 1003617T70000
     
    Brass
    200.03"0.30"225, 50, 100, 2003603T9260000
    180.05"0.39"410, 25, 50, 100, 2003603T3540000
    160.06"0.52"810, 25, 50, 1003603T9280000
    140.08"0.63"1010, 25, 50, 1003603T9030000
    120.11"0.80"205, 10, 25, 50, 1003603T9040000
    100.14"0.95"305, 10, 25, 50, 1003603T9050000
     

    High-Visibility Chain

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chain. High-Visibility Chain.
    String this chain up to create an easy-to-view safety barrier around restricted areas.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    Powder-Coated Steel—Powder coating steel gives it a colored finish and a strong barrier against moisture and mild chemicals.
    Inside
    Straight-Link
    Chain Trade Size
    Thk.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    For Fitting
    Thk.
    Choose a Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Powder-Coated Steel
    1/00.18"0.32"1.24"4005/16"Fluorescent Yellow, Orange, Red, Yellow5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T300000
    2/00.19"0.34"1.30"5005/16"Fluorescent Yellow, Orange, Red, Yellow5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T40000
    4/00.21"0.38"1.39"6003/8"Fluorescent Yellow, Orange, Red, Yellow5, 10, 25, 50, 1003594T50000
     

    Wet-Environment Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rope. Wet-Environment Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting.
    Made of polypropylene, this rope floats in water, resists rot, and doesn’t lose strength when wet. It also resists acid, oil, and gas. This rope has a braided cover with a strand core, so it bends freely. You can peel back the cover and remove the core strands to use it in light duty tying applications. This rope will not rotate under load.
    Note: The safety factor for capacity is 12:1.
    Dia.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Color
    Can Be
    Spliced
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Polypropylene
     
    Braided Polypropylene Cover with Strand Core
    1/8"10300WhiteNo250, 500, 1,0004367N1100000
    5/32"20300WhiteNo250, 500, 1,0004367N210000
    3/16"30300WhiteNo250, 500, 1,0004367N310000
    7/32"40300WhiteNo250, 500, 1,0004367N410000
    1/4"50300WhiteNo250, 500, 1,0004367N510000
    5/16"80300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004367N610000
    3/8"90300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004367N710000
     

    Low-Stretch Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting

    Image of Product. White. Front orientation. Rope. Low-Stretch Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting, Polyester Plastic, White.

    White

    Rope has a strand core, which allows it to bend freely. The core is polyester to give the rope stretch resistance.
    Note: The safety factor for capacity is 12:1.
    Nylon Cover—Nylon covers resist rot and mildew
    Acrylic-Coated Nylon Cover—Acrylic-coated covers have a clear acrylic on the outside to reduce wear.
    Dia.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Polyester Plastic
     
    Nylon Cover
    7/64"30300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T1300000
    1/8"35300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T160000
    9/64"40300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T190000
    5/32"50300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T230000
    3/16"60300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T260000
     
    Acrylic-Coated Nylon Cover
    7/64"40300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T120000
    1/8"50300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T150000
    9/64"55300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T180000
    5/32"60300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T220000
    3/16"75300White100, 200, 500, 1,000, 3,0003696T250000
     

    Shock-Absorbing Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rope. Shock-Absorbing Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting.
    Made of nylon with a strand core, this rope bends freely and compensates for sudden forces, such as those found in towing applications and dock lines. You can peel back the cover and remove the core strands to use it in light duty applications, such as tying items together.
    Note: The safety factor for capacity is 12:1.
    Polyester Plastic Cover—Rope with a polyester plastic cover resists UV rays, rot, oil, and gas.
    5/32" Diameter—Rope with a 5/32” diameter is also known as 550 cord.
    1/4" Diameter and 5/16" Diameter—Rope with a 1/4" or 5/16” diameter is sometimes called paracord.
    Dia.
    Wt. Cap.,
    lb.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Color
    Can Be
    Spliced
    No. of Core
    Strands
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Nylon
     
    Braided Nylon Cover with Strand Core
    1/8"30300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N2100000
    5/32"40300Black with White CoreNo725, 50, 100, 200, 250, 500, 1,0003696T380000
    5/32"40300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N220000
    3/16"60300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N230000
    7/32"80300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N240000
    1/4"40300Black with White CoreNo750, 100, 250, 5003696T3160000
    1/4"100300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N250000
    5/16"40300Black with White CoreNo750, 100, 250, 5003696T3260000
    5/16"150300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N260000
    3/8"220300WhiteNo100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N270000
    1/2"390300WhiteNo50, 100, 250, 500, 1,0004529N280000
     
    Braided Polyester Plastic Cover with Strand Core
    5/16"350300Black/WhiteNo25, 50, 100, 200, 300, 6004529N110000
    3/8"450300Black/WhiteNo10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300, 6004529N120000
    7/16"620300Black/WhiteNo10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300, 6004529N130000
    1/2"830300Black/WhiteNo10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300, 6004529N140000
    5/8"1,080300Black/WhiteNo10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 300, 6004529N150000
     
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