Introduction to Chain

Chain can be divided into categories depending on its construction and function it is used for.

 

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Klick-Top

Roller chain

Suitable for thousands of applications. Roller chain is also known as Transmission or Drive Chain.

Special Chain

Chain that differs from standard chain either because of a material, coating or attachment.

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Leaf Chain

Conveyor chain

For applications where items need to be transported.

Leaf chain

For fork truck and other lifting applications.

Component Parts of a Roller Chain

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Each roller chain is made up of the same key components. The diagram above shows how they fit together to make the chain.

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 Normally only 3 measurements are needed to identify a chain:

  • (a) Pitch
  • (b) Width between inner plates
  • (c) Roller diameter