Overview and Classification of Stainless Steel Chains

2023-09-04

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Stainless steel chains are a common power transmission device suitable for cleaning or certain chemical demanding fields, as well as high and low temperature situations.

Stainless steel chain is a chain made of stainless steel material, which has characteristics such as corrosion resistance and wear resistance, and is widely used in industries, aerospace, metallurgy, and other fields. Stainless steel chains are usually composed of multiple links and connectors, and can be used for transmission, lifting, assembly, and other work. They have advantages such as high strength, high temperature resistance, tensile resistance, and are less prone to rust and corrosion. Stainless steel chains can be used for a long time in harsh environments and are environmentally friendly.

Stainless steel chains can be classified according to different characteristics and uses. The following are several common classification methods:

1. Structural form: Stainless steel chains can be divided into cordless and rope structured chains. A cordless structure chain is formed by directly connecting a single link, commonly including corner chain, double circular ring chain, etc. A rope structure chain is a type of chain that connects chain links in series to a steel wire rope. Common types of chains include rope chains and steel wire rope chains.

2. Usage classification: According to different work needs, stainless steel chains can be divided into transmission chains, lifting chains, conveyor chains, etc. The transmission chain is used to transmit power and torque, the lifting chain is used to lift heavy objects, and the conveying chain is used for material transportation.

3. Material type: Stainless steel chains are mainly made of stainless steel materials, common materials include 304 stainless steel, 316 stainless steel, etc. According to different environmental requirements and corrosion resistance, suitable stainless steel materials can be selected.

4. Specifications and dimensions: The specifications and dimensions of stainless steel chains are determined according to different working loads and needs. Suitable chain link diameters, chain link lengths, and chain widths can be selected according to needs.


It should be noted that different types of stainless steel chains are suitable for different working environments and requirements, and choosing the appropriate classification and size is crucial for practical applications. When purchasing and using stainless steel chains, it is recommended to choose suitable types and specifications based on specific needs.