Silent Chain

All of our chains are designed and manufactured to deliver the best possible performance and long life.
Precision components result in better performing chain:
Link Plates – apertures are stamped in a two-step process to produce a straighter side-wall which is the key to long lasting chain
Precision pitch control, or aperture center distance, results in smooth, quiet, reliable operation
Link plates are heat treated for maximum wear life and toughness
Shot peening provides compressive forces on the apertures to maximize fatigue strength of the chain
Pins – The two pin design uses precision drawn material to produce consistent parts with the proper form to allow smooth articulation as the chain travels around the sprocket.
The case hardening heat treatment process give the pins maximum surface hardness to maximize chain service life while keeping the core of the pins strong and ductile to maximize chain tensile strength.
After lacing and riveting the chain, our pre-loading process is the final step in precision control of the chain pitch. Pre-loading significantly reduces chain stretch during the initial wear-in when the chain is installed in your application. This results in consistent chain that lasts longer and runs smoother.
Finally, the chain is lubricated and packaged with your choice of connecting methods. Strands can be supplied endless for applications that allow for installation that way. Otherwise, we offer a variety of rivet type of drilled pin type master links. Click here for more information on master link options.