What is grade 30 chain used for?
General purpose economical chain. Used in a variety of industries and jobs including light construction, agricultural applications, and the marine industry.
Is Grade 100 chain hard?
In comparison to Grade 80, Grade 100 chain has a significantly higher strength-to-weight ratio—about 25% higher, depending on the manufacturer. Grade 100 chain also has a slightly harder surface material, which gives it some advantage when it comes to abrasion resistance.
How strong is a 3/8 chain?
ALLOY STEEL CHAIN (GRADE 80)
| Trade Size In Inches | Working* Load Limit Lbs. | Feet Per 1/2 Drum |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 3,500 | 400 |
| 5/16 | 5,100 | 250 |
| 3/8 | 7,100 | 250 |
| 1/2 | 12,000 | 150 |
What does BBB chain mean?
BBB Anchor/Windlass Chain A short link chain of normal commercial quality. Constructed from low carbon steel. It has a uniform pitch short link and works well with gypsies. It used to be the standard for windlasses but it has largely been replaced by G4 Chain.
Does grade 70 chain rust?
Grade 70 chain has a gold chromate finish to help resist corrosion from continuous exposure to the elements and the rigors of highway use, such as road salts in the winter.
Can Grade 120 chain be used for transport?
Grade 120 Transport Chain The patented square link design of grade 120 chain also outperforms lesser grades of chain in fatigue and bending resistance, making it an excellent choice for many heavy-duty tie down applications.
What grade of chain is best?
Grade 100. Next to Grade 120, Grade 100 chain is the strongest type of chain offered by most industrial hardware suppliers. It is 25 percent stronger than Grade 80, making it the best choice for extremely heavy overhead lifting use and other extreme applications.
Can grade 80 chain be used for transport?
While grade 80 chain is generally approved for overhead lifting, transport assemblies are not rated for overhead lifting due to the hook style. Chain and hooks are embossed with grade 80 markings for easy identification. All chain assemblies arrive fully assembled and ready for use.
Can you use Grade 100 chain for transport?
While grade 100 chain is generally approved for overhead lifting, transport assemblies are not rated for overhead lifting due to the hook style. Chain and hooks are embossed with grade 100 markings for easy identification.