Description
Sowester offers high-quality AISI 316 (marine-grade) stainless steel short-link chains manufactured in full compliance with the DIN 766 standard. These calibrated chains feature precise link dimensions for smooth operation on windlasses, anchor rollers, and winches.
Crafted from premium AISI 316 stainless steel, they deliver excellent corrosion resistance in saltwater environments, making them ideal for anchoring, mooring, docking lines, and general marine rigging applications. The chain is highly polished for a beautiful mirror-like finish, reduced friction, and long-lasting aesthetics.
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Features
- Material: AISI 316 Stainless Steel (superior corrosion resistance compared to AISI 304)
- Standard: DIN 766 – Short link, calibrated for perfect windlass compatibility
- Finish: High-polish mirror finish
- Type: Short-link calibrated chain
- Applications: Anchor rode, mooring, fender lines, lifelines, and general nautical use
Specifications
| Diameter | Inside Length | Inside Width | Outside Width | Length per 11 Links | Breaking Load | Weight | |||||
| D | A | B | |||||||||
| mm | ±mm | mm | +mm | -mm | mm | mm | mm | +mm | -mm | kn | kg/M |
| 2 | 0.2 | 12 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 3.5 | 7.5 | 132 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 1.25 | 0.07 |
| 3 | 0.2 | 16 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 4.2 | 11 | 176 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 4.00 | 0.16 |
| 4 | 0.2 | 16 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 5 | 13.7 | 176 | 2.1 | 1.1 | 8.00 | 0.32 |
| 5 | 0.2 | 18.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 6 | 17 | 203.5 | 2.4 | 1.2 | 12.50 | 0.50 |
| 6 | 0.2 | 18.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 7.2 | 20.2 | 203.5 | 2.4 | 1.2 | 16.00 | 0.80 |
| 7 | 0.3 | 22 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 8.4 | 23.8 | 242 | 3.0 | 1.4 | 25.00 | 1.10 |
| 8 | 0.3 | 24 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 9.6 | 27.2 | 264 | 3.0 | 1.5 | 32.00 | 1.40 |
| 10 | 0.4 | 28 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 12 | 34 | 308 | 3.7 | 1.9 | 50.00 | 2.20 |
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