Q&A

Can you use grade 80 chain for transport?

Can you use grade 80 chain 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.

What are the grades of chains?

There are five main grades of chain: 30, 43, 70, 80, and 100. Grade 120 is a newer product available for extremely heavy-duty applications, but it is less common. Each number is the maximum stress that the chain can take per millimeter squared.

What is the minimum grade of chain that can be used for overhead hoisting?

The American Society for Testing and Materials requires alloy chains to be elongated to at least 20% prior to its fracture. Chains used for overhead lifting must either be Grade 100 or Grade 80.

What grade is transport chain?

Grade 70 Carbon Chain
Grade 70 Carbon Chain Also known as “Transport Chain,” Grade 70 chain is most commonly used for tie down and load securement applications for trucking and other cargo.

Can grade 70 chain be used for lifting?

Grade 70 chain is transport chain manufactured in heat-treated carbon steel. As the name suggests, it’s used as tie-downs on over-the-road trailers so it’s also known as truckers chain. It’s never to be used for overhead lifting.

What is a Grade 100 chain?

Grade 100 chain is 25% stronger than Grade 80 Chain, allowing for easier handling and increased efficiency. Due to its higher alloy content, grade 100 chain is also more rugged and resistant to fatigue. Grade 100 chain is quickly becoming the more popular choice for construction, manufacturing and rigging companies.

What is grade 30 chain used for?

Grade 30 Chains A general purpose, carbon steel chain for farm, industrial and home applications such as log chain, cargo lashing, pipeline hanging, tailgate, guard rail, tow and switch chain.

What must you never do with a grade 8 lifting chain?

Hackett Grade 8 Chain Slings should not be in or near acidic or caustic solutions due to the risk of hydrogen embrittlement. Chain is designed to support a load in a straight line. Never tie knots in the chain and always make sure chain is free from twists before putting it under tension.

Are straps stronger than chains?

While a one inch nylon rope has a stronger breaking strength than a cable or chain, when a nylon rope breaks it snaps back to its point of attachment. Recovery straps (nylon straps) will stretch until it builds up tension to help pull out the stuck vehicle.

What grade is a 80%?

Letter Grade Percentage Range Mid-Range
A 80% to 89% 85%
B+ 75% to 79% 77.5%
B 70% to 74% 72.5%
C+ 65% to 69% 67.5%

What is the minimum grade of chain required for chain slings?

Steel chain slings are regulated under the MIOSHA Part 49 Slings. Only alloy steel chain, grade 80 or 100 is to be used for overhead lifting.

Are nylon straps stronger than chains?

What is overhead lifting?

NACM’s definition of Overhead Lifting has a large caveat in it, which is in regards to “freely suspended” objects. Overhead lifting: that process of lifting that would elevate a freely suspended load to such a position that dropping the load would present a possibility of bodily injury or property damage.

What is a lifting chain?

Lifting chains are best used for exercises that involve ascending strength curves so that the weight feels lighter as you get close to the end range of the exercise. Examples include squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and military presses.

What is weight lifting chain?

Connecting chains means that as you lift, the weight of the chain progressively increases as more and more of the chain lifts off the floor. The weight you are lifting progressively becomes heavier, providing maximum muscular stimulation throughout the entire range of motion. Your muscles therefore work as hard as possible during the entire lift.

What is a grab hook?

The Eye Grab Hook is made from 316 stainless steel for maximum corrosion resistance and ranges in sizes from 1/4″ to 1/2″. These stainless steel grab hooks are ideal for marine and industrial applications. Please note that working load limits are based on gradual pull, not shock loads.