The Chain To Anchor Connection is a critical link between the anchor and its chain, ensuring secure mooring. Anchor chains provide weight and durability to keep the vessel stable in various seabed conditions. Proper maintenance of this connection is essential for safe and reliable anchoring.

Size: Typically ranges from 12.5 mm to 152 mm in diameter.

Grade: Common grades include Grade 2, Grade 3, and High-Tensile (HT) chains.

Viscosity: Not applicable, as chains are solid metal components.

Buoyancy: Negligible due to high-density steel material.

Material: Typically made of high-strength carbon steel or alloy steel.

Breaking Load: Varies by size and grade, e.g., 12.5 mm Grade 2 chain has ~32 kN, while 76 mm HT chain exceeds 10,000 kN.

Corrosion Resistance: Often galvanized or coated for marine environments.

Weight in Water: Approximately 87% of in-air weight due to buoyancy effects.

Link Design: Standard stud-link or studless configurations for strength and flexibility.

Certification: Complies with standards like ISO 1704, ABS, DNV, or Lloyd’s Register.