Chains

Question 1

What are hollow pin chains for?

Answer 1

Adding attachments. Same as other chains otherwise

Question 2

Side bow chains

Answer 2

More clearance
Can make 90’ turns
Heavy shock load

Question 3

Leaf chain

Answer 3

Cable chain
Fork lifts
Elevators
No provision for sprocket uses sheave

Question 4

Silent chain

Answer 4

Quieter running
More flexible
3/16- 1/2”

Question 5

Tabletop chain

Answer 5

Rollers on bottom
Platform attachments on top to carry materials

Question 6

Engineering class chain

Answer 6

Higher capacity
Higher safety rating
2” pitch and higher

Question 7

Drive chain

Answer 7

Power transmission
Smaller roller for more tooth engagement
Similar to half link but bigger

Question 8

Roller conveyer chain

Answer 8

Uses rollers to move parts or many parts
Pins, rollers, bushings, sidebars and typically attachments

Question 9

Bushed chain

Answer 9

Similar to roller conveyer chain except no rollers
Pins bushings and sidebars (no rollers)

Question 10

Welded chain

Answer 10

Same as drive chain except bushings are welded and no rollers

Question 11

Bar and pin chains

Answer 11

Same as leaf chains but engineering class

Question 12

Bar loop chains

Answer 12

Economy
Flexibility
High strength
Overhead trolley converter

Question 13

Detachable link chain

Answer 13

Same as bar and loop except pins are easily detachable
Lacks precision
Uses bolt instead of pin