Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | GI Chain / Galvanized Iron Chain |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Surface Finish | Hot-Dip Galvanized or Electro-Galvanized |
| Corrosion Protection | Zinc-coated for enhanced rust resistance |
| Chain Type | Welded Link Chain |
| Link Shape | Oval / Long Link |
| Manufacturing | Welded steel links |
| Link Orientation | Alternating links |
| Color | Silver / Metallic Zinc |
| Available Diameter | Approx. 2 mm to 20 mm, depending on application |
| Available Length | Supplied in coils, rolls, or cut lengths |
| Working Load | Depends on chain diameter, grade, and manufacturer |
| Breaking Load | Depends on diameter and material grade |
| Temperature Resistance | Suitable for normal industrial ambient temperatures |
| Weather Resistance | Suitable for outdoor applications |
| Installation | Manual installation using suitable hooks, shackles, connectors, etc. |
| Applications | Industrial, construction, marine, agricultural, general-purpose securing |
| Packaging | Coil, roll, bundle, or customized length |
Common GI Chain Sizes
| Chain Diameter | Typical Application |
|---|---|
| 2 mm | Light-duty hanging and general use |
| 3 mm | Light-duty securing |
| 4 mm | General-purpose applications |
| 5 mm | Industrial/general securing |
| 6 mm | Medium-duty applications |
| 8 mm | Heavy-duty general applications |
| 10 mm | Heavy-duty securing |
| 12 mm | Heavy industrial applications |
| 16 mm | Heavy-duty applications |
| 20 mm | Extra-heavy applications |
Key Features
- Galvanized zinc coating provides good resistance against rust and corrosion.
- Strong welded steel construction.
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor general-purpose applications.
- Available in multiple chain diameters and link sizes.
- Can be supplied in coils or customized cut lengths.
- Suitable for general securing, hanging, barrier, and maintenance applications.
- Easy to connect using shackles, hooks, rings, and other chain accessories.
- Suitable for construction and industrial environments.
- Silver galvanized finish provides a clean and durable surface.
- Custom sizes and lengths can be supplied according to project requirements.
Important Specification Note
GI chain should not automatically be considered a lifting chain. If the chain is required for lifting, overhead handling, fall protection, or load-bearing applications, the required chain grade, working load limit (WLL), proof load, breaking load, and applicable standard must be specified and verified by the manufacturer.
For quotation purposes, the most important details are: chain diameter, link dimensions, required length, galvanized type (hot-dip/electro), and application.
