Mooring Chain
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.
1. Material: U1, U2, U3
2.Certificate: CCS, ABS, LR, GL, DNV, NK, BV, KR, RINA
3. Surface: Galvanized or according to your request
We can also provide grade 1, 2 and 3 stud & open link chain; marine anchor: Hall anchor, Japan Stockless Anchor, U.S.N Stockless Anchor and other marine castings, like Panama Chock, Fairlead Roller, and so on. With ISO: 9001 Quality Management System, SMC can offer you best quality as well as services.
Stud link Chain
Diameter: 1/2 to 2-3/4 inches, 12.5 to 70 mm
Outside Length (L): 75mm – 420mm
Outside Width (B): 45mm – 252mm
Approx Weight (27.5m): 98 kg to 3010 kg
U1 Stud Link Chain:
Proof Load: 46kn - 1290kn
Breaking Load: 66kn - 1840kn
U2 Stud Link Chain:
Proof Load: 66kn - 1840kn
Breaking Load: 92kn - 2580kn
U3 Stud Link Chain:
Proof Load: 92kn - 2580kn
Breaking Load: 132kn - 3690kn
Feature of Stud Link Chain
1. Most stud link chain is used on larger vessels and is rarely available in sizes under 12.5mm diameter.
2. 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 galvanized finishes are available.
3. Continuous lengths can be made to order with optional extras with open end links, welded swivel assemblies, D type anchor shackles.
Open Link Chain
Diameter: 1/2 to 2-3/4 inches, 12.5 to 70 mm
Outside Length (L): 75mm – 420mm
Outside Width (B): 45mm – 252mm
Approx Weight (27.5m): 85.41 kg to 2697.65 kg
U1 Open - Link Chain:
Proof Load: 28.75kn - 901.60kn
Breaking Load: 57.71kn - 1813.00kn
U2 Open - Link Chain:
Proof Load: 41.20kn - 1264.20kn
Breaking Load: 82.60kn - 2528.40kn
U3 Open - Link Chain:
Proof Load: 56.40kn - 1768.90kn
Breaking Load: 112.80kn - 3537.80kn
Package of anchor chain
SMC Products are packed and labeled according to the regulations and customer's requests. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might otherwise be caused during storage or transportation.
Package material: wooden case and iron drum or bracket
Quality of Anchor Chain
Shanghai Metal Corporation is committed to provide superior quality and make products, which are durable, latest, and with improved functionality. We apply the most advanced precision tools to improve quality of products.