Welded Steel Chain Guide

Choosing Long Link or Short Link
When deciding whether you should be using long link or short link chain, there are a few things to consider.

Load

 

For small chain sizes, short link chain will hold heavier loads than long link. For larger chain sizes (greater than 6mm) the load capacity will be the same.

Weight

 

Short link chain is approximately 20% heavier than long link chain.

Flexibility

 

Short link chain is more flexible, coils easier and is more free running than long link chain.

Economy

 

Long link chain is less expensive than short link, as short link chain contains more material and has more welds per metre.

Welded Steel Chain

No.300

 

Welded Steel Chain - Straight UK Specification

 

The most popular general purpose chain of the finest manufacture.

• Side welded for added strength


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No.338

 

Welded Steel Chain - Short Link DIN 5685A

 

The most popular general purpose chain of the finest manufacture.

• Side welded for added strength


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No.339

 

Welded Steel Chain - Long Link DIN 5685C

 

The most popular general purpose chain of the finest manufacture.

• Side welded for added strength


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No.340

 

Short Link Proof Coil Side Welded Chain

 

Slightly Longer and wider links than short link make it ideal to use with padlocks.


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No.302

 

Spiked (Alternate Link) Steel Chain

 

Ideal chain for gardens, borders or car parks


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No.303

 

Spiked (Every Link) Steel Chain

 

Ideal chain for gardens, borders or car parks


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Maximum Recommended Load
Please note: Maximum Recommended Load is for guidance only. This chain is not certified and shouldn't be used for overhead lifting, load binding or towing.
Link Diameter Link Size Maximum Recommended Load
1.6mm Straight UK Spec 15kg
2.0mm Straight UK Spec 30kg
2.5mm Short Link DIN 5685A 30kg
2.5mm Straight UK Spec 50kg
2.5mm Long Link DIN 5685C 50kg
3.0mm Short Link DIN 5685A 85kg
3.0mm Straight UK Spec 80kg
3.0mm Long Link DIN 5685C 80kg
4.0mm Short Link DIN 5685A 125kg
4.0mm Straight UK Spec 120kg
4.0mm Long Link DIN 5685C 120kg
5.0mm Short Link DIN 5685A 170kg
5.0mm Straight UK Spec 160kg
5.0mm Long Link DIN 5685C 160kg
5.5mm Short Link Proof Coil 340kg
6.0mm Short Link DIN 5685A 260kg
6.0mm Straight UK Spec 250kg
6.0mm Long Link DIN 5685C 250kg
6.5mm Straight UK Spec 290kg
7.0mm Short Link DIN 5685A 385kg
7.0mm Straight UK Spec 370kg
7.0mm Long Link DIN 5685C 370kg
7.0mm Short Link Proof Coil 415kg
8.0mm Short Link DIN 5685A 480kg
8.0mm Straight UK Spec 460kg
8.0mm Long Link DIN 5685C 455kg
8.5mm Short Link Proof Coil 864kg
10.0mm Straight UK Spec 655kg
10.0mm Long Link DIN 5685C 650kg
10.0mm Short Link Proof Coil 1200kg
Steel Chain Accessories

No.511

 

Hook on Plate

 

Hold chain or rope securely.


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No.515

 

Ring on Plate

 

Screw to a post or wall almost anywhere.


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No.512

 

Staple on Plate

 

Used for many applications. Tie rope or chain through the loop and there is plenty of room for a padlock.


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No.550

 

Swivel Tie Ring on Plate

 

Screw to a post or wall almost anywhere.

• Ring swivels 360 degrees


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No.311

 

Steel Quick Repair Chain Links

 

A quick and easy securing method repairing or joining two pieces of chain.


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No.312

 

Dee Shackles

 

A coupling link for use with chain or rope.


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No.313

 

S Pattern Steel Hooks

 

General purpose equal ended - open ended "S" shaped hook, commonly used on hanging baskets.


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No.314

 

Carbine hooks

 

Quick release coupling for chain or rope.


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No.306

 

Spring Hooks to Crue

 

Fixed quick release coupling for chain or rope.


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No.308

 

Carbine Hooks with Eye

 

Quick release coupling for chain or rope.


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No.328

 

Spring Hooks to Swivel

 

Quick release coupling with swivel, preventing chain or rope from twisting.


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No.337

 

Swivel Snap Hooks

 

Harness type snap hook, ideal for keys and sport bags.


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