G43 G70 Chain Connect With Lashing Belt

What Is Welded Chain?

    Welded chain is a common type of chain used in industrial and agricultural settings. Its design allows it to be lightweight and strong. There are two types of welded chains: carbon steel and stainless steel. It is ideal for heavy-duty applications.

    Welded chains have been around since the 1930s. As the name goes, these chains are not fixed but are welded to add strength to the chain. The barrels of the chain are welded to the inside of the sidebar to make it more durable. It creates a high-strength chain for heavy-duty use.

    Welded chain is stronger than a non-welded chain, so it is typically used for overhead lifting and tow applications. It is made of steel or stainless steel and is coated with a vinyl sleeve. Other types of welded chains include single-loop chains, double-loop chains, and agricultural safety chains. They are all made to withstand high loads and are used for many different purposes.

How Strong Is Welded Chain?

    The welded chain can be either high-grade or low-grade steel. The latter is a good choice for many applications. They are durable and economical. The higher-grade carbon steel chain has a higher strength-to-weight ratio and is more resistant to abrasive action. Welded chains are available in bulk and containers. The strength of the finished chain depends on the steel grade.

    Coil-welded chain comes in a variety of lengths, including short, medium, and long. They come in zinc and bright finishes and are packaged 100 feet per carton. Proof Coil Welded Chains are made from basic steel and are available in a zinc finish. They are available in 100-foot reels and 500-foot boxes. Machine-welded chains are ideal for heavy-duty applications and are often self-colored.

    Passing Link Welded Chain is made from basic steel and is the strongest type of welded chain. It’s designed to pass freely through the links and has a bright finish. It’s also available in 7018, 6011, and 6010 welded chains. The hardest to find, the 6011 welding rod is used for heavy-duty applications, while 7018 and 6011 are the most common.

    Welded chain is manufactured by welding the two ends of chains together without filler. The ends are heated to a forging temperature. After the welding process, the chain passes to the welder, who machined the links without filler. Once the welder completes the weld, excess material is trimmed.

    The ultimate breaking strength of a chain is determined by its grade. The higher the number of strands in a single link, the more durable it is. There are different grades of welded chains. The high-grade chain is the strongest and most versatile type. Its tensile strength is about 55,000 psi.