Size: 10mm to 130mm diameter
Grade: Grade 2, Grade 3, or higher (e.g., U3, K3, R3, R4, R5)
Viscosity: Not applicable (solid metal construction)
Buoyancy: Negligible (steel chains sink in water)
Material: High-tensile steel, galvanized or ungalvanized
Breaking Load: Varies by size and grade (e.g., 10mm Grade 3 ~49 kN, 130mm Grade R5 ~22,000 kN)
Proof Load: Typically 50% of breaking load
Finish: Hot-dip galvanized, self-colored, or painted
Certification: ABS, DNV, LR, BV, or other classification society standards
Link Type: Studlink or studless (open link)
Length: Typically supplied in 27.5m shots (90 ft) with detachable links
Weight: Varies by size (e.g., 10mm ~2.2 kg/m, 130mm ~350 kg/m)
Corrosion Resistance: Dependent on galvanization or material treatment
Welding: Flash-butt welded or forged for high-strength applications
