Size: 12.5 mm to 152 mm diameter
Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, U1, U2, U3, K3, K4, R3, R4, R5
Material: High-tensile carbon steel, galvanized steel, or stainless steel
Viscosity: N/A (not applicable for chains)
Buoyancy: Negative (sinks in water due to high density)
Breaking Load: Varies by size and grade (e.g., 12.5 mm Grade 2: ~3.5 tons, 76 mm Grade U3: ~3,500 tons)
Proof Load: Typically 40-50% of breaking load
Chain Type: Studlink chain (common for anchoring), studless chain (for specific applications)
Coating: Hot-dip galvanized or bare (uncoated) for corrosion resistance
Certification: ABS, DNV, LR, BV, or other classification society standards
Length: Standard shots of 27.5 meters (90 ft), with detachable links for connecting multiple shots
Weight: Varies by size (e.g., 12.5 mm: ~2.2 kg/m, 76 mm: ~122 kg/m)
End Fittings: Swivels, shackles, or D-links for attachment to anchors