ASME B29.

21-2013
[Revision and Redesignation of ASME B29.21M-1996 (R2003)]

700 Class Chains,

Attachments, and
Sprocket Teeth for
Water and Sewage
Treatment Plants

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 ASME B29.21-2013
[Revision and Redesignation of ASME B29.21M-1996 (R2003)]

700 Class Chains,

Attachments, and
Sprocket Teeth for
Water and Sewage
Treatment Plants

A N A M E R I C A N N AT I O N A L S TA N D A R D

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 Date of Issuance: January 15, 2014

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 CONTENTS

Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Committee Roster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Correspondence With the B29 Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
1 Nomenclature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Figures
1 Cast Iron Chain With Chain Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 Cast Iron Chain Without Chain Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 Welded Steel Chain With Chain Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4 Welded Steel Chain Without Chain Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5 Stainless Steel Chain With Chain Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
6 Nonmetallic Chain With Chain Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
7 Dimensions of Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
8 Sprocket Tooth Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tables
1 General Chain Dimensions, Ultimate Strengths, Proof Loads, Strand Length,
and Chain Length Measuring Loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Maximum and Minimum Controlling Dimensions for Interchangeable Chain
Links — Cast and Welded Steel Chain Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Chain Clearance Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 F22-6 Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5 F22-8 Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
6 A-42 Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7 F-2 Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
8 K-2 Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
9 M-1 Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
10 Pressure Angle, Pitch Diameter, and Clearance Circle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
11 Maximum Eccentricity and Face Runout at Bottom Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
12 Chain Saver Rim Diameters (Curved Sidebar Chains Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Mandatory Appendix
I Engineering Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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 FOREWORD

Since the development of this Standard in 1975 and the subsequent revisions published in 1981
and 1996, it has been noted that within the marketplace the use of chains made from plastics or
stainless steels has become more prevalent. In most cases these chains are derivations of the
traditional “700 Class” cast iron or welded steel chains that were the basis of the original Standard.
These new products offer system designers alternatives in terms of strength, wear life, corrosion
resistance, system weight, ease of maintenance, and cost.
This revision incorporates the following product groups not found in previous editions of the
Standard:
• Stainless steel fabricated chains (SS715 and SS709)
• Nonmetallic (plastic) chains (NM720)
Suggestions for improvement of this Standard are welcome. They should be sent to the Secretary,
B29 Committee, The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Two Park Avenue, New York,
NY 10016-5990.
This revision was approved as an American National Standard on November 26, 2013.

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 ASME B29 COMMITTEE
Chains, Attachments, and Sprockets
for Power Transmission and Conveying
(The following is the roster of the Committee at the time of approval of this Standard.)

STANDARDS COMMITTEE OFFICERS

C. G. Springman, Chair
C. J. Gomez, Secretary

STANDARDS COMMITTEE PERSONNEL

A. J. Binford, IWIS Drive Systems

R. Brandon, Alternate, Diamond Chain Co.
L. Carrier, Consultant
D. W. Egbert, Hitachi Maxco, Ltd.
D. G. Fannin, Emerson Power Transmission
C. J. Gomez, The American Society of Mechanical Engineers
W. C. Hall, Ramsey Products Corp.
D. B. Holcomb, Alternate, Ramsey Products Corp.
M. Manickam, Webster Industries
C. A. Norwood, Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.
E. Pawlicki, Drives LLC
V. D. Petershack, Consultant
R. A. Reinfried, Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association
S. Rhoad, Alternate, Webster Industries
K. J. Smith, Ken Smith & Associates
C. G. Springman, Diamond Chain Co.
J. R. Wilbur, Alternate, Drives LLC
J. L. Wright, Technical Consultant

Acknowledgements
The committee gratefully acknowledges the following individuals and companies for their
contributions to the development of this Standard:

Paul Chen, Polychem Systems — Brentwood Industries, Reading, Pennsylvania

Scott Davies, Viking Chains, Inc., Delta, British Columbia, Canada
Dan Dummett, Allied Locke Industries, Dixon, Illinois
William Selle, Siemens Water Technologies, Waukesha, Wisconsin

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700 CLASS CHAINS, ATTACHMENTS, AND SPROCKET TEETH

FOR WATER AND SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANTS

1 NOMENCLATURE Pins and bushings are fixed in the sidebar pitch holes
by press fit and mechanical locks to prevent rotation in
1.1 Chain Types the sidebar pitch holes. Pin cotters are stainless steel.
• Cast iron chains Pin, barrel, and sidebars are made from martensitic
• Welded steel chains stainless steels with a minimum 11.5% chromium con-
• Stainless steel fabricated chains tent. Pins and barrels are heat treated for resistance to
• Nonmetallic (plastic) chains elongation and barrel wear.

1.1.1 Cast Iron Chains. Cast iron chains consist of 1.1.4 Nonmetallic (Plastic) Chains. Nonmetallic
a series of identical offset links having barrels to contact (plastic) chains consist of a series of identical offset links
the sprocket teeth and pins that articulate in the barrels having barrels to contact the sprocket teeth and pins
of links. Radius curves in the sidebars (chain savers), if that articulate in the barrels of links. Radius curves in
present, operate on sprocket flanges known as chain- the sidebars (chain savers) operate on sprocket flanges
saver rims. The purpose of the chain saver is to provide known as chain-saver rims. The purpose of the chain
additional link support to reduce barrel O.D. wear. See saver is to provide additional link support to reduce
Figs. 1 and 2. barrel O.D. wear. See Fig. 6.
Pins are fixed in the sidebar pitch holes by mechanical Pins are fixed in the sidebar pitch holes by press fit
locks to prevent rotation in the sidebar pitch holes. Pin and/or mechanical locks to prevent rotation in the side-
cotters are stainless steel. bar pitch holes.
Pin material is medium carbon steel or equivalent at Pins and links are made from a variety of plastic mate-
302 BHN minimum. Cast links, including attachments, rials and hardness levels, depending on the manufac-
are pearlitic malleable iron ASTM A220 Grade 60004 or turer. The contour of the links and method of connecting
equivalent at 179 BHN minimum. links together are also unique to each manufacturer. No
attempt will be made in this Standard to distinguish
1.1.2 Welded Steel Chains. Welded steel chains con- performance value of any particular design. Rather, only
sist of a series of identical offset links having barrels the dimensions necessary for function on the standard
fixed to the sidebars by welds. Radius curves in the 720S tooth form, attachment bolt hole pattern, proof
sidebars (chain savers), if present, operate on sprocket load, and measuring load will be established.
flanges known as chain-saver rims. The purpose of the
chain saver is to provide additional link support to 1.2 Dimensions for Chain Links
reduce barrel O.D. wear. See Figs. 3 and 4.
1.2.1 Cast and Welded Steel Chains. To assure inter-
Pins are fixed in the sidebar pitch holes by press fits
changeability of links and function over the standard
and mechanical locks to prevent rotation in the sidebar
tooth form as produced by different manufacturers of
pitch holes. Pin cotters are stainless steel.
chain, standard maximum and minimum dimensions
Pin material is medium carbon steel or equivalent at
are adopted. They are not actual dimensions used in
302 BHN minimum. Barrels are medium carbon steel or
manufacturing, but limiting dimensions required to
equivalent at 229 BHN minimum. Sidebars and attach-
assure desired interchangeability.
ments are medium carbon steel at 229 BHN minimum.
The following dimensional data can be found in this
1.1.3 Stainless Steel Fabricated Chains. Stainless Standard for cast and welded steel chains:
steel fabricated chains consist of a series of alternating (a) general chain dimensions, ultimate strengths,
inside and outside links having barrels to contact the proof loads, strand length, and measuring loads (see
sprocket teeth and pins that articulate in the barrels of Table 1 and Fig. 7)
links. Radius curves in the sidebars (chain savers) oper- (b) maximum and minimum controlling dimensions
ate on sprocket flanges known as chain-saver rims. The for interchangeability (see Table 2 and Fig. 7)
purpose of the chain saver is to provide additional link (c) the required maximum clearance dimensions (see
support to reduce barrel O.D. wear. See Fig. 5. Table 3 and Fig. 7)

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(d) dimensions for the F22-6 attachment (see Table 4) CAUTION: This load is beyond the yield strength of the chain
(e) dimensions for the F22-8 attachment (see Table 5) and would render the chain unsuitable for operation. For applica-
tion guidance and allowable working loads, consult the chain
(f) dimensions for the A-42 attachment (see Table 6) manufacturer.
(g) dimensions for the F-2 attachment (see Table 7)
(h) dimensions for the K-2 attachment (see Table 8) 2.2 Working Load Capacities of Chains
(i) dimensions for the M-1 attachment (see Table 9) For working load capacities of each chain, the chain
(j) dimensions for the pressure angle, pitch diameter, manufacturer should be consulted.
and clearance circle of the sprocket (see Table 10) 2.3 Proof Loads
(k) dimensions for the maximum eccentricity and face
runout of the bottom diameter of the sprocket (see 2.3.1 Proof Load for Cast Chains. Nondestructive
Table 11) proof-load testing for each strand of cast chain is to
assure that the chain is free of harmful casting defects
(l) dimensions for the chain saver rim diameter of the
and gives the user assurance that the chain meets the
sprocket (see Table 12)
requirements of this Standard. The value of the proof
All dimensions are given in U.S. Customary units in
load is shown in Table 1. It is expected that the proof
accordance with ANSI B87.1-1965. The Metric equivalent
load is greater than the expected working load of the
dimensions are given for reference only, per
chain in service.
ANSI Z210.1-1976.
2.3.2 Proof Load for Nonmetallic (Plastic) Chains.
1.2.2 Stainless Steel and Nonmetallic Chains. This Nondestructive proof-load testing for each strand of
Standard does not allow for the interchangeability of nonmetallic (plastic) chain is to assure that the chain is
individual links of stainless steel fabricated or nonmetal- free of harmful defects from injection molding. The value
lic (plastic) chains. However, it does provide the mini- of the proof load is shown in Table 1. It is expected that
mum and maximum dimensions necessary to assure fit the proof load is greater than the expected working load
on a standard sprocket tooth form and a standard bolt- of the chain in service.
hole pattern for the attachments.
The following dimensional data can be found in this 2.3.3 Proof Load for Welded Steel Chains. Proof-
Standard for stainless steel and nonmetallic (plastic) load testing is not a requirement of this Standard for
chains: welded steel type chains, since the components of these
(a) general chain dimensions, ultimate strengths, types of chains are not subject to the potential defects
proof loads, strand length, and measuring loads (see from the casting or injection-molding processes.
Table 1) 2.3.4 Proof Load for Stainless Steel Fabricated
(b) the required maximum clearance dimensions (see Chains. Proof-load testing is not a requirement of this
Table 3) Standard for stainless steel fabricated chains, since the
(c) dimensions for the F22-6 attachment (see Table 4) components of these types of chains are not subject to the
(d) dimensions for the F22-8 attachment (see Table 5) potential defects from the casting or injection-molding
(e) dimensions for the pressure angle, pitch diameter, processes.
and clearance circle of the sprocket (see Table 10) 2.4 Strand-Length Tolerance
(f) dimensions for the maximum eccentricity and face The following are the strand-length tolerances for new
runout of the bottom diameter of the sprocket (see chains under the measuring loads shown in Table 1
Table 11) (values are per 120 in. or 20 pitches of chain):
(g) dimensions for the chain saver rim diameter of (a) cast chain: 120.00 in. to 120.75 in.
the sprocket (see Table 12) (b) welded steel: 120.00 in. to 120.38 in.
All dimensions are given in U.S. Customary units in (c) nonmetallic: 120.00 in. to 120.75 in.
accordance with ANSI B87.1-1965. The Metric equivalent (d) stainless steel: 120.00 in. to 120.38 in.
dimensions are given for reference only, per
ANSI Z210.1-1976. 2.5 Chain Weight
Chain weights are listed in manufacturers’ catalogs
or on drawings.
2 DEFINITIONS
2.6 Sprocket Teeth
2.1 Minimum Ultimate Strength The elements of a chain sprocket and the tooth form
The minimum ultimate strength (MUS) is a factored may be determined by the following (see Fig. 8):
statistical value for standards that does not necessarily 180
reflect the typical ultimate strength of the chain. Individ- Pitch diameter p P ⴛ csc (see Table 10)
Np
ual manufacturers should be contacted for the individ-
ual ultimate strength value of their chains. Root diameter (maximum) p pitch diameter − H

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NOTE: Root diameters must not exceed the maximums obtained as the machine indexes to each succeeding tooth space. The custom-
from these formulas. Oversize dimensions cause improper chain ary use of the truncated form has the effect of requiring less raw
and sprocket action, and excessive chain loads. material in manufacture and also makes for easier (and safer, for
the fingers) handling of the sprockets in shipping.
Chain clearance circle p P(C − 0.05) − F
Overall width flange p 1.10 ⴛ N maximum
NOTES:
Tooth width p 0.9 ⴛ A maximum
(1) For curved sidebar chains (see Fig. 4), use the flange diameter.
Side slope p 0.12 ⴛ Wt, not to exceed
(2) No portion of hub, beads, lugs, or fillets shall extend beyond
this circle in the sidebar zone. 0.38 in. (9.6 mm)

Pitch line clearance p 0.05P For flange diameter, see Table 12.
The variables in the above equations represent the
Pressure angle p ␪ (see Table 10) following:
A p minimum inside width for sprocket contact
Working face p 0.01PNp (see Table 2)
NOTE: Limitation on Length of Working. The working face shall C p clearance circle and outside diameter factor
not extend beyond the line through the adjacent pitch point that p cot (180/Np) (see Table 10)
is perpendicular to the working face. F p maximum chain height (see Table 3)
H p maximum chain barrel height (see Table 2)
Pocket radius p H/2 N p maximum width of chain at sprocket flange
Topping radius p 0.5P contact point (see Table 3)
Outside diameter p (P ⴛ C) + F Np p number of pitches of chain required to wrap
NOTE: Outside diameter may be increased to give a full-height
the pitch circumference of the sprocket
tooth when top of chain is clean of flights, pans, buckets, etc. The NOTE: Additional tooth pockets may be positioned on the same
idea that we are trying to express here is that full tooth height pitch circle, midway between the pitch points. When Np is a frac-
(pointed teeth) will be created by the intersections of the adjacent tional number, the additional tooth pockets exist automatically.
topping radii in this double-cut layout. The actual outside diameter Tooth working face length provides for approximately 6% chain
that results would, of course, exceed that of the truncated tooth pitch elongation.
shown in the tooth form layout drawing. Since machine-cut sprock-
ets, and patterns for cast tooth sprockets, are usually produced by P p chain pitch
the use of space cutters, the pointed tooth is created automatically Wt p tooth width

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Fig. 1 Cast Iron Chain With Chain Saver Fig. 4 Welded Steel Chain Without Chain Saver

Curved radius for chain saver

Fig. 5 Stainless Steel Chain With Chain Saver

Fig. 2 Cast Iron Chain Without Chain Saver

Curved radius for chain saver

Fig. 6 Nonmetallic Chain With Chain Saver

Fig. 3 Welded Steel Chain With Chain Saver

Curved radius for chain saver

GENERAL NOTE: There are many shapes and connector styles for
this series, depending on the manufacturer.
Curved radius for chain saver

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Fig. 7 Dimensions of Chains

N
Ya
Y Ya Y
L J
H
A X
K D
K
N X A Z
D B
J Z L

B F S Va
P/2
R V Pitch
line
H Pitch
F
line V P R
P/2
S
Va
P

(a) Cast Chains [Note (1)] (b) Welded Steel [Note (1)]

N H A
A
J D
D X
K
Z B
L
P/2 R
R
Pitch
Pitch H F
F line
S
line

P P P P

(c) Stainless Steel (d) Plastic

NOTE:
(1) R and P/2 apply to curved sidebars only.

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 Table 1 General Chain Dimensions, Ultimate Strengths, Proof Loads, Strand Length, and Chain Length Measuring Loads
Chain Welded MUS Welded MUS
Pin Barrel Inside Saver, (HT Pins (HT All Number
Chain Type Pitch, Diam., Height, O.D., Width, R Only) Parts) Proof of Min. Measuring
and No. P D F H A [Note (1)] MUS [Note (2)] [Note (2)] Load Pitches Length Load

Dimensions in Inches
Cast Chains
720 6.00 0.69 1.50 1.38 1.00 ... ... ... ... 13,750 lb 20 120.00 300 lb
720S 6.00 0.75 1.56 1.44 1.13 10.0 ... ... ... 18,000 lb 20 120.00 300 lb
CS720S 6.00 0.75 1.56 1.44 1.13 10.0 ... ... ... 18,000 lb 20 120.00 300 lb
730 6.00 0.75 1.75 1.50 1.13 10.0 ... ... ... 20,000 lb 20 120.00 300 lb
CS730 6.00 0.75 1.75 1.50 1.13 10.0 ... ... ... 20,000 lb 20 120.00 300 lb
Welded Steel
W720S 6.00 0.75 1.56 1.44 1.13 10.0 ... 30,000 lb 42,000 lb ... 20 120.00 300 lb
WCS720S 6.00 0.75 1.56 1.44 1.13 10.0 ... 30,000 lb 42,000 lb ... 20 120.00 300 lb
W730S 6.00 0.75 1.75 1.50 1.13 10.0 ... 36,000 lb 50,000 lb ... 20 120.00 300 lb
WCS730S 6.00 0.75 1.75 1.50 1.13 10.0 ... 36,000 lb 50,000 lb ... 20 120.00 300 lb
Stainless Steel
SS709 6.00 0.45 1.45 0.88 1.26 10.0 16,000 lb ... ... ... 20 120.00 300 lb

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SS715 6.00 0.57 1.85 1.02 1.20 10.0 28,000 lb ... ... ... 20 120.00 300 lb
Plastic
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NM720 6.00 NS [Note (3)] 2.25 1.44 1.35 10.0 NS [Note (4)] ... ... 2,400 lb 20 120.00 80 lb
Dimensions in Millimeters
Cast Chains
720 152.4 17.5 38.1 35.0 25.4 ... ... ... ... 61.2 kN 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
720S 152.4 19.0 39.6 36.6 28.7 254.0 ... ... ... 80.1 kN 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
CS720S 152.4 19.0 39.6 36.6 28.7 254.0 ... ... ... 80.1 kN 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
730 152.4 19.0 44.5 38.1 28.7 254.0 ... ... ... 89.0 kN 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
CS730 152.4 19.0 44.5 38.1 28.7 254.0 ... ... ... 89.0 kN 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
Welded Steel
W720S 152.4 19.0 39.6 36.6 28.7 254.0 ... 133.5 kN 186.9 kN ... 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
WCS720S 152.4 19.0 39.6 36.6 28.7 254.0 ... 133.5 kN 186.9 kN ... 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
W730S 152.4 19.0 44.5 38.1 28.7 254.0 ... 160.2 kN 222.5 kN ... 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
WCS730S 152.4 19.0 44.5 38.1 28.7 254.0 ... 160.2 kN 222.5 kN ... 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
Stainless Steel
SS709 152.4 11.4 36.8 22.3 32.0 254.0 71.2 kN ... ... ... 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
SS715 152.4 14.5 47.0 25.9 30.5 254.0 124.5 kN ... ... ... 20 3 048.0 1.3 kN
Plastic
NM720 152.4 NS [Note (3)] 57.2 36.6 34.3 254.0 NS [Note (4)] ... ... 10.7 kN 20 3 048.0 0.35 kN
 Table 1 General Chain Dimensions, Ultimate Strengths, Proof Loads, Strand Length, and Chain Length Measuring Loads (Cont’d)
CAUTION: The numerical values set forth in this Table must be read in conjunction with the definitions and explanatory notes appearing in section 2. The MUS values do not afford a
sufficient or appropriate basis for determining the suitability of a particular chain in a specific application.
GENERAL NOTE: See Fig. 7.

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NOTES:
(1) Applies only to chains with a chain-saver radius. The value in this Table is a minimum.
ASME B29.21-2013

(2) For welded steel chain, HT refers to “heat treated.”

(3) Nonstandard; pin diameter depends on the manufacturer.
(4) Nonstandard; contact the manufacturer for MUS information.
 Table 2 Maximum and Minimum Controlling Dimensions for Interchangeable Chain Links — Cast and Welded Steel Chain Only
Min. Min.
Min. Inside Diam. of Max. Min. Radius Max. Sidebar Max. Sidebar Max. Width Width
Chain Max. Width for Hole at Barrel Curvature Height at End Clearance of Link at Min. Straight Between
Pitch, Strand Sprocket Barrel Max. Pin O.D., of Sidebar, Waist From Radius, Barrel End, Before Bend, Sidebar at
Chain No. P Length Contact, A End, B Diam., D H R Pitch Line, S V and Va X Y and Ya Pin End, Z

Dimensions in Inches
720 6.000 120.75 1.00 0.70 0.69 1.42 ... ... 0.78 1.88 0.80 1.90
720S 6.000 120.75 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.48 ... ... 0.80 1.94 0.82 1.96
CS720S 6.000 120.75 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.48 10.00 0.66 0.80 1.94 0.82 1.96
730 6.000 120.75 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.54 ... ... 0.90 2.00 0.92 2.02
CS730 6.000 120.75 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.54 10.00 0.57 0.90 2.00 0.92 2.02
W720S 6.000 120.38 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.48 ... ... 1.12 2.16 1.13 2.18

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WCS720S 6.000 120.38 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.48 10.00 0.66 1.12 2.16 1.13 2.18
W730 6.000 120.38 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.54 ... ... 1.12 2.16 1.13 2.18
WCS730 6.000 120.38 1.12 0.76 0.75 1.54 10.00 0.57 1.12 2.16 1.13 2.18
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Dimensions in Millimeters
720 152.4 3 067.0 25.4 17.7 17.6 36.1 ... ... 19.8 47.8 20.3 48.3
720S 152.4 3 067.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 37.6 ... ... 20.3 49.3 20.8 49.8
CS720S 152.4 3 067.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 37.6 254.0 16.8 20.3 49.3 20.8 49.8
730 152.4 3 067.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 39.1 ... ... 22.9 50.8 23.4 51.3
CS730 152.4 3 067.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 39.1 254.0 14.5 22.9 50.8 23.4 51.3
W720S 152.4 3 057.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 37.6 ... ... 28.5 54.8 28.7 55.4
WCS720S 152.4 3 057.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 37.6 254.0 16.8 28.5 54.8 28.7 55.4
W730 152.4 3 057.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 39.1 ... ... 28.5 54.8 28.7 55.4
WCS730 152.4 3 057.0 28.5 19.2 19.1 39.1 254.0 14.5 28.5 54.8 28.7 55.4

GENERAL NOTE: See Fig. 7, illustrations (a) and (b).

 ASME B29.21-2013

Table 3 Chain Clearance Dimensions

Dimensions in Inches Dimensions in Millimeters
Maximum Maximum Maximum Width Maximum Maximum Maximum Width
Maximum Pin Head to Pin End to of Chain at Maximum Pin Head to Pin End to of Chain at
Chain Type Chain Centerline Centerline of Sprocket Flange Chain Centerline of Centerline of Sprocket Flange
and No. Height, F of Chain, J Chain, K Contact Point, N Height, F Chain, J Chain, K Contact Point, N

Cast Chains
720 1.54 1.75 2.00 ... 39.1 44.5 50.8 ...
720S 1.60 1.82 2.25 2.54 40.6 46.2 57.2 64.5
CS720S 1.60 1.82 2.25 2.54 40.6 46.2 57.2 64.5
730 1.80 1.88 2.13 2.60 45.7 47.8 54.1 66.0
CS730 1.80 1.88 2.13 2.60 45.7 47.8 54.1 66.0

Welded Steel
W720S 1.63 1.70 2.00 ... 41.4 43.2 50.8 ...
WCS720S 1.63 1.70 2.00 ... 41.4 43.2 50.8 ...
W730S 1.82 1.70 2.00 ... 46.2 43.2 50.8 ...
WCS730S 1.82 1.70 2.00 ... 46.2 43.2 50.8 ...

Stainless Steel
SS709 1.50 1.20 1.50 ... 38.1 30.5 38.1 ...
SS715 1.90 1.30 1.60 ... 48.3 33.0 40.6 ...
Plastic
NM720 2.30 NS [Note (1)] NS [Note (1)] NS [Note (1)] 58.4 NS [Note (1)] NS [Note (1)] NS [Note (1)]

GENERAL NOTE: See Fig. 7.

NOTE:
(1) No standard; contact chain manufacturer.

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Fig. 8 Sprocket Tooth Form

Chain pitch
Tooth
Topping
face ing

width
radius Side
k
Wor

slope 15 deg
line e
ch c
Pit aran
c l e
height
Barrel

height
Chain

90 deg ␪

Pressure
angle

Pocket
e
anc

radius
r

er
ete
O

et
ut

circ clear

iam

am
sid

di
e

td
le
di

in

h
o
am

tc
Cha

Ro

Pi
et
er

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Table 4 F22-6 Attachment

Contour S
T B
optional
A

G
C
D

Va V
Vb

B, C, G, H, S, Bolt Size, D Min.

Chain No. A Max. Min. E Min. Max. Max. T, Nom. [Note (1)] Hole, D

Dimensions in Inches
720 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.47 6.14 5.64 0.25 0.38 0.40
720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.47 6.14 5.64 0.25 0.38 0.40
CS720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.47 6.14 5.64 0.25 0.38 0.40
730 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.44 6.14 5.64 0.31 0.38 0.40
CS730 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.44 6.14 5.64 0.31 0.38 0.40
W720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.44 6.10 5.10 0.25 0.38 0.40
WCS720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.44 6.10 5.10 0.25 0.38 0.40
W730 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.44 6.10 5.10 0.31 0.38 0.40
WCS730 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.44 6.10 5.10 0.31 0.38 0.40

SAV709 3.75 3.00 2.64 2.63 1.60 6.50 5.50 0.19 0.38 0.40
SAV715 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.47 6.14 5.50 0.24 0.38 0.40

NM720 3.75 3.00 2.38 2.63 1.25 6.14 5.75 NS [Note (2)] 0.38 0.40

Dimensions in Millimeters
720 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 37.3 156.0 143.3 6.4 9.7 10.2
720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 37.3 156.0 143.3 6.4 9.7 10.2
CS720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 37.3 156.0 143.3 6.4 9.7 10.2
730 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 36.6 156.0 143.3 7.9 9.7 10.2
CS730 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 36.6 156.0 143.3 7.9 9.7 10.2
W720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 36.6 154.9 129.5 6.4 9.7 10.2
WCS720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 36.6 154.9 129.5 6.4 9.7 10.2
W730 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 36.6 154.9 129.5 7.9 9.7 10.2
WCS730 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 36.6 154.9 129.5 7.9 9.7 10.2
SAV709 95.3 76.2 67.0 66.8 40.6 165.1 139.7 4.8 9.7 10.2
SAV715 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 37.3 156.0 139.7 6.0 9.7 10.2
NM720 95.3 76.2 60.5 66.8 31.7 156.0 146.1 NS [Note (2)] 9.7 10.2

NOTES:
(1) Hole size must be large enough to accept the nominal bolts in the position specified. Pin head side location at manufacturer’s option.
For V and Va dimensions of cast and welded steel chains, see Table 2. Not applicable to stainless steel and nonmetallic chains. The
minimum dimensions of attachment clearance radius, Vb, are the same as Y and Ya minimum dimensions (see Table 2).
(2) For attachment thickness of nonmetallic NM720, consult the manufacturer.

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Table 5 F22-8 Attachment

Contour S
T B
optional
A

G
C
D

Va V
Vb

Bolt Size, D
Chain No. A B, Max. C, Min. E G, Min. H, Max. S, Max. T, Nom. [Note (1)] Min. Hole, D

Dimensions in Inches
720 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.47 8.14 5.64 0.25 0.38 0.40
720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.47 8.14 5.64 0.25 0.38 0.40
CS720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.47 8.14 5.64 0.25 0.38 0.40
730 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.44 8.14 5.64 0.31 0.38 0.40
CS730 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.44 8.14 5.64 0.31 0.38 0.40
W720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.44 8.10 5.10 0.25 0.38 0.40
WCS720S 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.44 8.10 5.10 0.25 0.38 0.40
W730 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.44 8.10 5.10 0.31 0.38 0.40
WCS730 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.44 8.10 5.10 0.31 0.38 0.40

SAV709 3.75 3.00 2.64 4.50 1.60 8.30 5.50 0.19 0.38 0.40
SAV715 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.45 8.10 5.50 0.24 0.38 0.40
NM720 3.75 3.00 2.38 4.50 1.25 8.10 5.75 NS [Note (2)] 0.38 0.40
Dimensions in Millimeters
720 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 37.3 206.8 143.3 6.4 9.7 10.2
720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 37.3 206.8 143.3 6.4 9.7 10.2
CS720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 37.3 206.8 143.3 6.4 9.7 10.2
730 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 36.6 206.8 143.3 7.9 9.7 10.2
CS730 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 36.6 206.8 143.3 7.9 9.7 10.2
W720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 36.6 205.7 129.5 6.4 9.7 10.2
WCS720S 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 36.6 205.7 129.5 6.4 9.7 10.2
W730 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 36.6 205.7 129.5 7.9 9.7 10.2
WCS730 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 36.6 205.7 129.5 7.9 9.7 10.2
SAV709 95.3 76.2 67.0 114.3 40.6 210.8 139.7 4.8 9.7 10.2
SAV715 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 36.8 205.7 139.7 6.0 9.7 10.2
NM720 95.3 76.2 60.5 114.3 31.7 205.7 146.1 NS [Note (2)] 9.7 10.2

NOTES:
(1) Hole size must be large enough to accept the nominal bolts in the position specified. Pin head side location at manufacturer’s option.
For V and Va dimensions of cast and welded steel chains, see Table 2. Not applicable to stainless steel and nonmetallic chains. The mini-
mum dimensions of attachment clearance radius, Vb, are the same as Y and Ya minimum dimensions (see Table 2).
(2) For attachment thickness of nonmetallic NM720, consult the manufacturer.

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Table 6 A-42 Attachment

S

A Va

Contour
optional

Vb

T
B

Bolt Size, D
Chain No. A B E, Max. S, Max. T, Max. [Note (1)] Min. Hole, D

Dimensions in Inches
730 2.44 3.00 3.88 3.28 0.66 0.63 0.66
W730 2.44 3.00 3.88 3.28 0.66 0.63 0.66
Dimensions in Millimeters
730 62.0 76.2 98.6 83.3 16.8 16.0 16.8
W730 62.0 76.2 98.6 83.3 16.8 16.0 16.8

NOTE:
(1) Hole size must be large enough to accept the nominal bolts in the position specified. Pin head side location must be opposite the
attachment. For V and Va dimensions, see Table 2. The minimum dimensions of attachment clearance radius, Vb, are the same as Y and Ya
minimum dimensions (see Table 2).

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Table 7 F-2 Attachment

S

F
Contour
T B optional
A

G H
C
D

Va V

Vb

Bolt Size, D Min.

Chain No. A B C E F G, Min. H, Max. S, Max. T, Nom. [Note (1)] Hole, D

Dimensions in Inches
720 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.09 3.94 5.44 0.25 0.50 0.53
720S 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 3.94 5.44 0.25 0.38 0.40
CS720S 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 3.94 5.44 0.25 0.38 0.40
730 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 4.06 5.70 0.38 0.38 0.40
CS730 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 4.06 5.70 0.38 0.38 0.40

W720S 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 4.10 5.70 0.25 0.38 0.40
WCS720S 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 4.10 5.70 0.25 0.38 0.40
W730 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 4.10 5.70 0.31 0.38 0.40
WCS730 1.94 3.00 2.00 1.31 4.25 1.06 4.10 5.70 0.31 0.38 0.40
Dimensions in Millimeters
720 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 27.7 100.1 138.2 6.4 12.7 13.5
720S 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 100.1 138.2 6.4 9.7 10.2
CS720S 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 100.1 138.2 6.4 9.7 10.2
730 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 103.1 144.8 9.7 9.7 10.2
CS730 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 103.1 144.8 9.7 9.7 10.2

W720S 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 104.1 144.8 6.4 9.7 10.2
WCS720S 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 104.1 144.8 6.4 9.7 10.2
W730 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 104.1 144.8 7.9 9.7 10.2
WCS730 49.3 76.2 50.8 33.3 108.0 26.9 104.1 144.8 7.9 9.7 10.2

NOTE:
(1) Hole size must be large enough to accept the nominal bolts in the position specified. Pin head side location at manufacturer’s option.
For V and Va dimensions, see Table 2. The minimum dimensions of attachment clearance radius, Vb, are the same as Y and Ya minimum
dimensions (see Table 2).

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Table 8 K-2 Attachment

S
H
A Va
T

Contour
optional

F E Vb

Bolt Size, D
Chain No. A B E, Max. F H, Max. S, Max. T [Note (1)] Min. Hole, D

Dimensions in Inches
730 6.00 1.69 4.14 2.62 1.02 7.50 0.31 0.50 0.53
W730 6.00 1.69 4.14 2.62 1.02 7.50 0.31 0.50 0.53
Dimensions in Millimeters
730 152.4 42.9 105.2 66.5 25.9 190.5 7.9 12.70 13.5
W730 152.4 42.9 105.2 66.5 25.9 190.5 7.9 12.70 13.5

NOTE:
(1) Hole size must be large enough to accept the nominal bolts in the position specified. Pin head side location at manufacturer’s option.
For V and Va dimensions, see Table 2. The dimensions of minimum attachment clearance radius, Vb, are the same as Y and Ya minimum
dimensions (see Table 2).

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Table 9 M-1 Attachment

B S

A
E
D

H
C

Va V

Vb

Bolt Size, D
Chain No. A, Min. B C E, Max. H, Max. S, Nom. [Note (1)] Min. Hole, D

Dimensions in Inches

720 1.50 3.00 1.50 1.54 ... 3.00 0.75 0.78

720S 1.50 3.00 1.50 1.54 ... 3.00 0.75 0.78
CS720S 1.50 3.00 1.50 1.54 ... 3.00 0.75 0.78
730 1.50 3.00 1.63 1.54 ... 3.00 0.75 0.78
CS730 1.50 3.00 1.63 1.54 ... 3.00 0.75 0.78
W720S 1.50 3.00 1.63 ... 2.70 3.00 0.75 0.78
WCS720S 1.50 3.00 1.63 ... 2.70 3.00 0.75 0.78
W730 1.50 3.00 1.63 ... 2.70 3.00 0.75 0.78
WCS730 1.50 3.00 1.63 ... 2.70 3.00 0.75 0.78

Dimensions in Millimeters

720 38.1 76.2 38.1 39.1 ... 76.2 19.05 19.8

720S 38.1 76.2 38.1 39.1 ... 76.2 19.05 19.8
CS720S 38.1 76.2 38.1 39.1 ... 76.2 19.05 19.8
730 38.1 76.2 41.4 39.1 ... 76.2 19.05 19.8
CS730 38.1 76.2 41.4 39.1 ... 76.2 19.05 19.8
W720S 38.1 76.2 41.4 ... 68.6 76.2 19.05 19.8
WCS720S 38.1 76.2 41.4 ... 68.6 76.2 19.05 19.8
W730 38.1 76.2 41.4 ... 68.6 76.2 19.05 19.8
WCS730 38.1 76.2 41.4 ... 68.6 76.2 19.05 19.8

NOTE:
(1) Hole size must be large enough to accept the nominal bolts in the position specified. Pin head side location at manufacturer’s option.
For V and Va dimensions, see Table 2. The minimum dimensions of attachment clearance radius, Vb, are the same as Y and Ya mini-
mum dimensions (see Table 2).

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Table 10 Pressure Angle, Pitch Diameter, and

Clearance Circle
Pitch
Diameter, in. Pressure
Np (mm) Angle, ␪, deg C
1
6 ⁄2 12.91 (327.9) 10 1.90
7 13.82 (351.0) 10 2.07
71⁄2 14.75 (374.7) 10 2.24
8 15.68 (398.3) 11 2.41
81⁄2 16.61 (421.9) 11 2.58
9 17.54 (445.5) 12 2.74
91⁄2 18.48 (469.4) 12 2.91
10 19.41 (493.0) 13 3.07
101⁄2 20.35 (516.9) 13 3.24
11 21.29 (540.8) 14 3.40
111⁄2 22.23 (564.6) 14 3.56

12 23.18 (588.8) 15 3.73

121⁄2 24.12 (612.6) 15 3.89
13 25.07 (636.8) 16 4.05
131⁄2 26.01 (660.7) 16 4.21

14 26.96 (684.8) 17 4.38

141⁄2 27.91 (708.9) 17 4.54
15 28.85 (732.8) 18 4.70
151⁄2 29.80 (756.9) 18 4.87

Table 11 Maximum Eccentricity and Face Runout

at Bottom Diameter
Max. Face Max.
Runout TIR, Eccentricity TIR,
Pitch Diameter, in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm)

Over 0 to 12, incl. 0.06 (1.5) 0.09 (2.23)

(over 0 to 305, incl.)
Over 12 to 24, incl. 0.12 (3.0) 0.15 (3.81)
(over 305 to 610, incl.)
Over 24 to 36, incl. 0.20 (5.1) 0.21 (5.33)
(over 610 to 915, incl.)

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Table 12 Chain Saver Rim Diameters

(Curved Sidebar Chains Only)
Overall width

Tooth
width
Side
slope 15 deg

ter
e
iam
ma ge d
x.
n
Fla

Max. Flange Diameter, in. (mm) for Chain Nos.

CS720S and CS730 and
Np WCS720S WCS730

61⁄2 10.04 (255.0) 10.22 (259.6)

7 11.06 (281.0) 11.24 (285.5)
71⁄2 12.08 (306.8) 12.26 (311.4)
8 13.10 (332.7) 13.28 (337.3)
81⁄2 14.10 (358.1) 14.28 (362.7)
9 15.10 (383.5) 15.28 (388.1)
91⁄2 16.10 (408.9) 16.28 (413.5)
10 17.08 (433.8) 17.26 (438.4)
101⁄2 18.06 (458.7) 18.24 (463.3)
11 19.04 (483.7) 19.22 (488.2)
111⁄2 20.02 (508.5) 20.20 (513.1)

12 21.00 (533.4) 21.16 (537.5)

121⁄2 21.96 (557.8) 22.10 (561.3)
13 22.94 (582.7) 23.06 (585.7)
131⁄2 23.90 (607.1) 24.00 (609.6)
14 24.86 (631.4) 24.96 (634.0)
141⁄2 25.82 (655.8) 25.92 (658.4)
15 26.78 (680.2) 26.86 (682.2)
151⁄2 27.74 (704.6) 27.80 (706.1)

GENERAL NOTE: Dimensions shown provide a minimum of 0.03 in.

(0.8 mm) clearance between the sprocket flange and the chain sidebar
curvature.

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MANDATORY APPENDIX I
ENGINEERING CHARACTERISTICS

I-1 CHAIN STRENGTH carry the required tensile loading is one of its major
basic engineering characteristics. The minimum ulti-
I-1.1 Cast Chains
mate strength is appropriate to use as a standard for
I-1.1.1 Definition. The standard for the strength of the strength in welded steel chains. The test, however,
cast chains shall be given in terms of proof load. The is destructive and renders the chain unsuitable for use
proof load is a load applied to the cast chain at the in the application. Therefore, it must be performed on
factory, which is greater than the load expected to be representative production samples only.
applied to the chain in service but less than the yield
point of the chain or any of its components. The purpose I-1.3 Stainless Steel Fabricated Chains
of proof loading is to assure acceptable links and the
I-1.3.1 Definition. The standard for the strength of
absence of any casting defect that severely weakens the
stainless steel fabricated chain shall be in terms of mini-
chain.
mum ultimate strength. The minimum ultimate strength
I-1.1.2 Standard. Cast chains shall meet the proof- is the tensile load at which a new unused chain may
load strength standards per Table 1 for pearlitic mallea- separate in a single load application.
ble iron chains.
I-1.3.2 Standard. Stainless steel fabricated chains
I-1.1.3 Testing. Proof-load testing is a nondestruc- shall meet the minimum ultimate strength standards
tive test. It shall be performed on each strand of cast per Table 1.
chain after assembly at the factory and prior to shipment
I-1.3.3 Testing. Ultimate strength is a destructive
or installation.
test. When required, it is to be performed on lengths of
I-1.1.4 Rationale for the Standard of Cast Chain Proof- chain assembled from components randomly selected
Load Strength. The ability of the chain to carry the from the same manufacturing lots as the production lots.
required tensile loading is one of its major basic engi-
neering characteristics. Soundness of section is an I-1.3.4 Rationale for the Standard of Stainless Steel
important factor contributing to the strength of cast Fabricated Minimum Ultimate Strength. The ability of
chains. Since proof loads are greater than the expected the chain to carry the required tensile loading is one of its
loads to be applied to the chain in service, they are listed major basic engineering characteristics. The minimum
as the standard of strength for cast chains. Proof loads ultimate strength is appropriate to use as a standard for
applied to cast chain provide assurance of the cast sec- the strength in stainless steel fabricated chains. The test,
tion soundness and that the chain will meet the require- however, is destructive and renders the chain unsuitable
ments of this Standard. for use in the application. Therefore, it must be per-
formed on representative production samples only.
I-1.2 Welded Steel Chains
I-1.4 Nonmetallic (Plastic) Chains
I-1.2.1 Definition. The standard for the strength of
welded steel chain shall be in terms of minimum ulti- I-1.4.1 Definition. The standard for the strength of
mate strength. The minimum ultimate strength is the ten- nonmetallic (plastic) chains shall be given in terms of
sile load at which a new unused chain may separate in proof load. The proof load is a load applied to the nonme-
a single load application. tallic chain prior to its shipment from the factory. It is
greater than the load expected to be applied to the chain
I-1.2.2 Standard. Welded steel chains shall meet the in service but less than the yield point of the chain or
minimum ultimate strength standards per Table 1. any of its components. The purpose of proof loading is
I-1.2.3 Testing. Ultimate strength is a destructive to assure acceptable links and the absence of any raw
test. When required, it is to be performed on lengths of material or molding defect that severely weakens the
chain assembled from components randomly selected chain.
from the same manufacturing lots as the production lots.
I-1.4.2 Standard. Nonmetallic (plastic) chains shall
I-1.2.4 Rationale for the Standard of Welded Steel meet the proof-load strength standards per Table 1 for
Minimum Ultimate Strength. The ability of the chain to nonmetallic (plastic) chains.

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I-1.4.3 Testing. Proof-load testing is a simple non- I-2.2.4 Nonmetallic (Plastic) Chains. No standard
destructive mechanical test. Manufacturers, however, exists for nonmetallic (plastic) collector chains. Different
should be consulted because a variety of methods and materials offering a variety of properties are available.
technologies exist to detect imperfections in molded Generally, these chains offer excellent corrosion resist-
parts. ance and lower strength and abrasion resistance. Manu-
facturers of these products should be consulted
I-1.4.4 Rationale for the Standard of Nonmetallic
regarding the material specifications.
(Plastic) Proof Load Strength. The ability of the chain
to carry the required tensile loading is one of its major I-2.3 Testing
basic engineering characteristics. Soundness of section
is an important factor contributing to the strength of Steel analysis shall be chemical or spectrographic anal-
nonmetallic (plastic) chains. Since proof loads are greater ysis. Cast material properties shall be checked according
than the expected loads to be applied to the chain in to the applicable ASTM specification.
service, they are listed as the standard of strength for Hardness testing is accomplished on the surface of
nonmetallic (plastic) chains. Proof loads applied to non- the chain component using accepted sample-
metallic (plastic) chain provide assurance of the molded preparation practices calling for a ground flat surface
section soundness and that the chain will meet the free of decarburization and per ASTM testing
requirements of this Standard. procedures.
Material hardness checking, when specified, shall be
performed on loose components randomly selected from
I-2 COMBINED WEAR AND CORROSION the same manufacturing lots as the production chain.
RESISTANCE
I-2.4 Rationale for the Standard of Combined Chain
I-2.1 Definition Wear and Corrosion Resistance
The resistance to combined wear and corrosion of The effective use of chain in this application is largely
assembled chains is the result of the combined material governed by the capability of its components to resist
and hardness properties of the individual chain the effects of abrasion and corrosion to which they are
components. normally subjected. The combined corrosion and wear
I-2.2 Standard for Combined Wear and Corrosion resistance of the chain is determined by the material
Resistance of Chains and hardness of the components. The effect of abrasion
and corrosion on chain components is essentially the
The components of the chains shall have combined same — reduction in material section. For this reason,
wear and corrosion resistance in this application equiva- a combined standard covering both properties is
lent to the materials in paras. I-2.2.1 through I-2.2.4. appropriate.
I-2.2.1 Cast Chains
(a) Chain Pin. AISI medium carbon steel or equivalent I-3 CHAIN AND ATTACHMENT DIMENSIONS
at 302 BHN minimum hardness.
(b) Chain Link. Pearlitic malleable iron ASTM A220 The 700 Class cast, welded steel, stainless steel fabri-
Grade 60004 or equivalent, at 179 BHN minimum cated, and nonmetallic (plastic) chains in this Appendix
hardness. shall conform to the dimensions in this Standard.

I-2.2.2 Welded Steel Chains

(a) Chain Pin. AISI medium carbon steel or equivalent I-4 CHAIN CAMBER
at 302 BHN minimum hardness. I-4.1 Definition
(b) Chain Barrel. AISI medium carbon steel or equiva-
lent at 229 BHN minimum hardness. Camber is the measure of the ability of the chain to be
flexed in a lateral direction.
(c) Chain Sidebar. AISI medium carbon steel or equiv-
alent at 229 BHN minimum hardness for heat-treated I-4.2 Standard for Chain Camber
chain and 179 BHN minimum for non-heat-treated
chain. I-4.2.1 Cast Chains
• Camber in each direction: 2 in., minimum
I-2.2.3 Stainless Steel Fabricated Chains
• Difference in camber measurement from one side
(a) Chain Pin. 11.5% minimum chromium martensitic
to the other side: 4 in., maximum
stainless steel at HRC 35 minimum hardness.
(b) Chain Barrel. 11.5% minimum chromium marten- I-4.2.2 Welded Steel Chains
sitic stainless steel at HRC 35 minimum hardness. • Camber in each direction: 2 in., minimum
(c) Chain Sidebar. 11.5% minimum chromium marten- • Difference in camber measurement from one side
sitic stainless steel at 210 BHN maximum hardness. to the other side: 4 in., maximum

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Fig. I-1 Measurement for Chain Camber I-5.2.3 Stainless Steel Fabricated Chains
• Twist in each direction: 10 deg, minimum
20 pitches
• Difference in twist measurement from one direction
to the other: 15 deg, maximum
I-5.2.4 Nonmetallic (Plastic) Chains
• Twist in each direction: 4 deg, minimum
Camber
• Difference in twist measurement from one direction
measurement
to the other: 12 deg, maximum

I-5.3 Measurement (See Fig. I-2)

I-4.2.3 Stainless Steel Fabricated Chains With the chain laid out flat, one end is held firmly
• Camber in each direction: 1 in., minimum while the other end is twisted as far as it will go.
• Difference in camber measurement from one side Twist is measured in degrees from a line laterally
to the other side: 2 in., maximum through the end pitch hole when it is flat and when it
is in the twisted condition. No load is specified, because
I-4.2.4 Nonmetallic (Plastic) Chains the chain is forced manually to twist on a normal work
• Camber in each direction: 2 in., minimum surface and allowed to assume the twisted position. The
• Difference in camber measurement from one side measurement is made while the load is applied.
to the other side: 4 in., maximum
I-5.4 Rationale for the Standard of Chain Twist
I-4.3 Measurement (See Fig. I-1)
The ability of the chain to twist to the specified amount
With the chain laid out flat, one end is held firmly provides for the ability of the conveyor to track and
while the other is moved laterally as far as it will go. operate properly with the scraper flights and sprockets.
Camber is measured at the center of the strand as the It is important that chains possess both minimum and
height of the arc from the chord connecting the ends of uniform twist capabilities in both directions.
the 20-pitch strand.
No load is specified, because the chain is forced manu-
ally to camber on a normal work surface and allowed I-6 CHAIN STRAND MATCHING
to assume the cambered position. The measurement is
I-6.1 Definition
made when the load is removed.
Chain strand matching is that property of two chains
I-4.4 Rationale for the Standard of Chain Camber intended to operate side by side which assures that they
The ability of the chain to camber to the specified will have uniform length.
amount provides for the ability of the conveyor to track
and operate properly with the scraper flights and I-6.2 Standard for Matching Chain Strands
sprockets. The lengths of each 20-pitch strand of a matched pair
It is important that chains possess both minimum of chains shall be within 0.19 in. of each other. Matched
and uniform camber capabilities in both directions, to pairs shall be properly identified.
prevent lateral binding.
I-6.3 Measurement
I-5 CHAIN TWIST The measurement shall be made between correspond-
ing points on the end links of each 10-ft (20-pitch) strand
I-5.1 Definition using measuring loads per this Standard.
Twist is a measure of the chain to be flexed torsionally.
I-6.4 Rationale for the Standard for Chain-Strand
I-5.2 Standard for Chain Twist Matching
I-5.2.1 Cast Chains For the successful operation of two strands of chain,
• Twist in each direction: 4 deg, minimum operating together side by side, rigidly connected by
• Difference in twist measurement from one direction scraper flights, it is important that the length spacing
to the other: 12 deg, maximum between the flights be as uniform as practical on each
side of the conveyor.
I-5.2.2 Welded Steel Chains This uniformity is to ensure proper operation as the
• Twist in each direction: 4 deg, minimum two chains flex over the sprockets together and to help
• Difference in twist measurement from one direction ensure that the chains will track uniformly through the
to the other: 12 deg, maximum conveyor system.

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Fig. I-2 Measurement for Chain Twist

20 pitches 10 deg

5 deg
0 deg

Matching pairs of 20-pitch chain lengths are sufficient I-8.4 Rationale for the Standard of Combined Wear
to provide satisfactory matching of attachments and Corrosion Resistance of Sprockets
throughout the entire length of the chain. The effective life of a sprocket used in water and
sewage treatment tanks is largely governed by its capa-
I-7 WORKING LOAD CAPACITIES OF CHAINS bility to resist the combined effects of abrasion and corro-
sion to which it is normally subjected. The corrosion
For the working load capacities of each chain, consult and wear resistance of the sprocket is determined by
the individual chain manufacturer. the material, hardness, and hardness pattern.
The effect on sprockets from abrasion and corrosion
is essentially the same — reduction in material section.
I-8 SPROCKET WEAR AND CORROSION
For this reason, a combined standard covering both
RESISTANCE
properties is appropriate.
I-8.1 Definition Occasionally, small amounts of nickel and chromium
additives have been used in materials for sprockets in
The resistance to combined wear and corrosion of
this application. While it is reported in scientific litera-
sprockets operating in this application is the result of
ture that small additions of these elements enhance the
the combined material and hardness properties.
resistance to atmospheric corrosion, evidence does not
I-8.2 Standard for Combined Wear and Corrosion exist to substantiate the benefits of this practice in
Resistance of Sprockets sprockets used in water and sewage treatment plants.
Sprockets for the 700 Class cast and welded steel
I-9 SPROCKET DIMENSIONS
chains shall have combined wear and corrosion resist-
ance equivalent to The sprocket for use with the 700 Class cast, welded
(a) high strength cast gray iron steel, stainless steel fabricated, and nonmetallic (plastic)
(b) per ASTM A48 Class 30 minimum water treatment chains in this Appendix shall conform
(c) chill-hardened tooth surface 363 BHN minimum to the dimensions shown in this Standard.
to a 3⁄16-in. deep minimum.
For nonmetallic and stainless steel chains, consult the I-10 CHAIN SPROCKET QUALITY AND
chain manufacturer for the material and properties of WORKMANSHIP
the sprockets intended to operate with the chain. Chains and sprockets for use in water and sewage
treatment plants shall be manufactured according to
I-8.3 Testing practices affording generally accepted levels of quality
Sprocket cast materials shall be checked according to and workmanship, including the following:
ASTM A48. • chain link squareness
Checking both hardness and hardness depth, when • cast chain link gate removal
specified, shall be performed on sprocket samples • welds shall be continuous, of sufficient size, and
according to sampling procedures agreed upon between have adequate fusion, penetration, hardness, and tough-
the user and manufacturer. ness to assure meeting the minimum requirements of
Hardness testing is accomplished on the surface of this Appendix
the sprocket at the bottom of the tooth space, using • squareness of sprocket working surfaces
accepted sample preparation practices calling for a • accuracy of sprocket tooth spacing
ground flat surface free of all decarburization and per • cleanliness of sprocket castings
ASTM hardness testing procedures. • accuracy of keying sprockets in pairs

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