Flash Butt Welded Anchor Chain
Features:
1.Type: Stud Link or Studless Link Anchor Chain;
2. Diameter: 16mm-162mm;
3. Grade: U2/U3;
4. Material: CM490/CM690 Steel Bar;
5. Certificate: ABS, LR, BV, NK, DNV·GL , RS, IRS, CCS ,etc.
Anchor chain maintenance:
Proper maintenance of anchor chains is essential to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the anchoring system. Here are some tips for anchor chain maintenance:
Regular Inspection: Inspect the anchor chain regularly for any signs of wear, corrosion, or damage. Look for any cracks, bends, or distortions in the links, and check for any loose or missing shackles or pins. The chain should be inspected visually, and also by using ultrasonic thickness gauges and magnetic particle testing for detecting internal flaws.
Cleaning: Clean the anchor chain regularly to remove any salt, mud, or debris that can cause corrosion or damage. Use a high-pressure hose or a scraper to remove any build-up on the chain. Use freshwater to flush and rinse the chain after cleaning.
Lubrication: Lubricate the chain with a suitable lubricant to protect it from corrosion and reduce friction. Apply the lubricant evenly to the chain using a brush or spray.
Storage: Store the anchor chain properly to prevent damage or corrosion. Keep it in a dry and well-ventilated area, and protect it from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
Replacement: Replace any damaged or worn components of the anchor chain immediately to ensure the safety of the crew and vessel.
Certification: Make sure that the anchor chain is certified and meets the required standards for the vessel and the type of operations. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for maintenance and inspection.
Record-keeping: Keep accurate records of the maintenance and inspection activities of the anchor chain, including any repairs or replacements. This will help in identifying any potential issues and tracking the chain's life span.
Main Connection Method of Anchor Chain:
D Shackle Connection:
Kenter Shackle Connection:
Main Nominal Diameter of Flash Butt Welded Stud Link Anchor Chain:
Nominal Chain Dia. (mm) |
Proof Test Load (KN) |
Breaking Test Load(KN) |
Approx. Mass (kg/ 27.5m) |
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AM2 Grade 2 |
AM3 Grade 3 |
AM2 Grade 2 |
AM3 Grade 3 |
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16 |
107 |
150 |
150 |
216 |
161 |
17.5 |
127 |
179 |
179 |
256 |
193 |
19 |
150 |
211 |
211 |
301 |
227 |
20.5 |
175 |
244 |
244 |
349 |
264 |
22 |
200 |
280 |
280 |
401 |
305 |
24 |
237 |
332 |
332 |
476 |
362 |
26 |
278 |
389 |
389 |
556 |
425 |
28 |
321 |
449 |
449 |
642 |
493 |
30 |
368 |
514 |
514 |
735 |
566 |
32 |
417 |
583 |
583 |
833 |
644 |
34 |
468 |
655 |
655 |
937 |
727 |
36 |
523 |
732 |
732 |
1050 |
815 |
38 |
581 |
812 |
812 |
1160 |
909 |
40 |
640 |
896 |
896 |
1280 |
1007 |
42 |
703 |
981 |
981 |
1400 |
1110 |
44 |
769 |
1080 |
1080 |
1540 |
1218 |
46 |
837 |
1170 |
1170 |
1680 |
1331 |
48 |
908 |
1270 |
1270 |
1810 |
1450 |
50 |
981 |
1370 |
1370 |
1960 |
1573 |
52 |
1060 |
1480 |
1480 |
2110 |
1701 |
54 |
1140 |
1590 |
1590 |
2270 |
1835 |
56 |
1220 |
1710 |
1710 |
2430 |
1973 |
58 |
1290 |
1810 |
1810 |
2600 |
2117 |
60 |
1380 |
1940 |
1940 |
2770 |
2265 |
62 |
1470 |
2060 |
2060 |
2940 |
2419 |
64 |
1560 |
2190 |
2190 |
3130 |
2577 |
66 |
1660 |
2310 |
2310 |
3300 |
2741 |
68 |
1750 |
2450 |
2450 |
3500 |
2909 |
70 |
1840 |
2580 |
2580 |
3690 |
3080 |
... |
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Nominal Chain Dia. (mm) |
BM2 |
BM3 |
Approx. Mass |
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Proof Test Load (KN) |
Breaking Test Load (KN) |
Proof Test Load (KN) |
Breaking Test Load (KN) |
(kg/27.5m) |
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16 |
66.20 |
132.30 |
92.42 |
184.83 |
139.43 |
17.5 |
78.89 |
157.78 |
110.55 |
221.10 |
178.35 |
19 |
93.60 |
187.20 |
130.32 |
260.64 |
217.68 |
20.5 |
108.64 |
217.27 |
151.70 |
303.42 |
229.14 |
22 |
125.40 |
250.90 |
174.40 |
349.40 |
264.49 |
24 |
149.90 |
298.90 |
207.90 |
415.80 |
341.82 |
26 |
175.40 |
350.80 |
244.00 |
488.00 |
369.94 |
28 |
203.80 |
406.70 |
283.00 |
566.00 |
427.04 |
30 |
234.20 |
467.50 |
324.00 |
649.80 |
490.98 |
32 |
265.60 |
531.20 |
369.60 |
739.30 |
559.65 |
34 |
299.90 |
599.80 |
417.30 |
834.60 |
671.52 |
36 |
336.10 |
672.30 |
467.80 |
935.70 |
707.85 |
38 |
374.40 |
748.70 |
521.30 |
1042.50 |
788.98 |
40 |
414.50 |
829.10 |
577.60 |
1155.20 |
869.36 |
42 |
457.70 |
915.30 |
636.80 |
1273.60 |
959.30 |
44 |
502.70 |
999.60 |
698.90 |
1398.00 |
1111.25 |
46 |
548.80 |
1097.00 |
763.90 |
1527.80 |
1152.07 |
48 |
597.80 |
1195.60 |
831.70 |
1663.50 |
1256.26 |
50 |
648.80 |
1293.60 |
902.50 |
1805.00 |
1360.41 |
52 |
697.63 |
1395.26 |
976.14 |
1952.28 |
1485.61 |
54 |
752.33 |
1504.66 |
1052.68 |
2105.36 |
1648.08 |
56 |
809.09 |
1618.18 |
1132.10 |
2264.20 |
1715.97 |
58 |
867.91 |
1735.82 |
1214.40 |
2428.80 |
1844.50 |
60 |
928.80 |
1857.60 |
1299.60 |
2599.20 |
1973.29 |
62 |
991.75 |
1983.50 |
1387.68 |
2775.36 |
2101.56 |
64 |
1056.77 |
2113.54 |
1478.66 |
2957.32 |
2298.47 |
66 |
1123.85 |
2247.70 |
1572.52 |
3145.04 |
2398.10 |
68 |
1192.99 |
2385.98 |
1669.26 |
3338.52 |
2522.88 |
70 |
1264.20 |
2528.40 |
1768.90 |
3537.80 |
2697.65 |
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