Stud Link Chain

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Stud link chain is normally supplied in the grades U2 and U3.

 

Originally studs were added to the chain to stiffen the links preventing them from severely deforming when overloaded. They have the added advantage in that they prevent the chain from knotting up when twisted, thus avoiding problems when chain is retrieved with a windlass.

 

Most stud link chain is used on larger vessels and is rarely available in sizes under 12.5mm diameter.

 

Stud link chain is normally supplied in 'shot lengths' (27.5mtrs long) which can then be joined together using a Kenter shackle. Black bitumastic paint or galvanised finishes are available.

 

Continuous lengths can be made to order with optional extras ie open end links, welded swivel assemblies, D type anchor shackles.

Typical Swivel Assembly

The individual stud links are called common links.
Open or end links are links without the stud, thus allowing a shackle to be laced on.
The picture to the left shows a swivel assembly containing a kenter shackle at the top.

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• Common link

• Intermediate / enlarged common link

• Eye and Bow swivel

• Intermediate / enlarged common link

• End link

• D type anchor shackle

 

For a full quotation on your requirement please email our sales office at: sales@bradneychain.co.uk


Diameter Approx weight GRADE 2 GRADE 3
MM Kg per 27.5mtrs Kg per mtr Proof Load Tonne Break Load Tonne Proof Load Tonne Break Load Tonne
12.5 110 4.0 6.7 9.4 9.4 13.5
14 130 4.7 8.4 11.8 11.8 16.8
16 170 6.2 10.9 15.3 15.3 22.0
17.5 180 6.5 13.0 18.3 18.3 26.1
19 220 8.0 15.3 21.5 21.5 30.7
20.5 260 9.4 17.8 24.9 24.9 35.6
22 300 10.9 20.4 28.6 28.6 40.9
24 340 12.4 24.2 33.9 33.9 48.5
26 405 14.7 28.3 39.7 39.7 56.7
28 475 17.3 32.7 45.8 45.8 65.5
30 545 19.8 37.5 52.4 52.4 74.9
32 615 22.4 42.5 59.4 59.4 84.9
34 690 25.1 47.7 66.8 66.8 95.5
36 775 28.2 53.3 74.6 74.6 107.0

 

Larger sizes available on request.

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