Leaf chain is generally used for load-balancing lifting applications including hoist chain, forklift mast chain, and counter balance chain. Generally, leaf chain has greater strength than roller chain and runs over sheaves.
AL Series Leaf Chain is made for light-duty applications. The ANSI standard organization discontinued the AL series and thus these chains may become more difficult to obtain in the future.
BL Series Leaf Chain is crafted for moderate- to heavy-duty lifting applications and conforms to the ASME B29.8 Leaf Chain Standard. Pins and link plates of the BL series are made one size larger than the corresponding ANSI chain to allow for operation in moderate- to heavy-load applications.
AL Series 4 x 4
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL544 | A000001268 | per foot | 1-1/4" (31.75 mm) | 44960 |
AL Series 6 x 6
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL466 | A000001271 | per foot | 1-1/2" (38.10 mm) | 82726 |
AL Series 8 x 8
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL688 | A000001269 | per foot | 1-1/4" (31.75 mm) | 98466 |
BL Series 2 x 2
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | ANSI Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL822 | 2I6515 | per foot | 1" (25.40 mm) | 19000 |
BL Series 2 x 3
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | ANSI Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL423 | 2I6522 | per foot | 1-1/4" (31.75 mm) | 26000 |
BL Series 3 x 4
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | ANSI Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL434 | 2I6539 | per foot | 2" (50.80 mm) | 97500 |
BL Series 4 x 4
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | ANSI Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL544 | A000054278 | per foot | 2" (50.88 mm) | 130000 |
BL Series 4 x 6
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | ANSI Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL446 | 2I6540 | per foot | 2" (50.80 mm) | 130000 |
BL Series 6 x 6
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | ANSI Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL466 | A000031817 | per foot | 2" (50.80 mm) | 195000 |
BL Series 8 x 8
| Industry No. | Part No. | Package Qty. | Pitch | ANSI Minimum Tensile Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL588 | 2I6541 | per foot | 2" (50.80 mm) | 260000 |