Stainless Steel Pintle Chains for Manure Spreaders and Wastewater Treatment

Stainless steel pintle chains are specialized industrial chains designed for heavy-duty applications that require durability, corrosion resistance, and strength. These chains are constructed from stainless steel, making them particularly suitable for environments exposed to moisture, chemicals, or extreme temperatures. They feature a “pintle” design, which consists of interlocking chain links with pivot points, allowing for smooth movement and flexibility. Commonly used in agricultural machinery, conveyors, and food processing equipment, stainless steel pintle chains provide reliable performance in harsh conditions while being easy to maintain and resistant to wear.

Stainless steel pintle chains are specialized industrial chains designed for heavy-duty applications that require durability, corrosion resistance, and strength. These chains are constructed from stainless steel, making them particularly suitable for environments exposed to moisture, chemicals, or extreme temperatures. They feature a "pintle" design, which consists of interlocking chain links with pivot points, allowing for smooth movement and flexibility. Commonly used in agricultural machinery, conveyors, and food processing equipment, stainless steel pintle chains provide reliable performance in harsh conditions while being easy to maintain and resistant to wear.

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Stainless Steel Pintle Chain Dimensions

Stainless Steel Pintle Chain Dimensions

Chain No.PitchWidth between inner platesPin diameterPin lengthPlate depthPlate thicknessTensile strengthAverage tensile strengthWeight per meter
Pb1 mind2 maxL
max
Lc maxh2 maxTQ
min
Q0q
mmmmmmmmmmmmmmkN/lbfkNkg/m
SS66242.2722.97.1941.244.218.83.237.80/859149.81.63
SS667H58.7525.47.9443.746.722.23.242.30/961459.31.87
SS667X57.1526.611.1050.255.023.84.366.70/1515996.52.98
SS667XH57.1527.411.9158.062.027.35.7124.50/28295138.64.34
SS667K57.1527.411.1055.560.027.35.189.00/20227123.23.91
SS667J57.1526.69.5350.255.027.34.362.28/1415584.12.81
SS88K66.2727.411.1055.560.027.35.189.00/20227123.23.73
SS88C66.2731.412.7064.669.028.96.4133.36/30309160.55.17
SS30878.1032.515.8872.678.038.18.0227.00/51030249.78.40

Stainless Steel Pintle Chain Dimensions

Chain No.PitchWidth between inner platesPlate depthAttachment dimensionTensile strength
Pb1 minh2 maxGFWh3d4tQ
min
mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmkN/lbf
SS662F742.2722.918.823.149.264.722.29.94.037.80/8597
SS662HF242.2721.822.223.149.264.722.29.94.050.80/11420

Stainless Steel Pintle Chain Dimensions

Chain No.PitchWidth between inner plates Plate depthAttachment dimensionTensile strength
Pb1 minh2 maxGFtQ
min
mmmmmmmmmmmmkN/lbf
667KF2SS57.1527.8027.3038.10536.709.7067.00/15062
667KF3SS57.1527.8027.3038.10714.209.7067.00/15062
88KF10SS66.2727.4027.3031.75604.209.5037.80/8497

Stainless Steel Pintle Chain Dimensions

Chain No.PitchWidth between inner platesPlate depthAttachment dimensionTensile strength
Pb1 minh2 maxGFth3h4Q
min
mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmkN/lbf
SS662F442.2722.918.830.0539.753.030.005.2537.80/8597
SS662HF342.2721.822.230.0487.353.030.007.1050.80/11420

Stainless Steel Pintle Chain Dimensions

Chain No.PitchWidth between inner platesPlate depthAttachment dimensionTensile strength
Pb1 minh2 maxGFF1Lth3h4Q
min
mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmkN/lbf
SS667X-ASF1057.1527.0023.8028.60814.40749.3050.804.8025.404.0066.70/14994
SS667X-ASF1157.1527.0023.8028.601450.901385.8050.804.8025.404.0066.70/14994
SS667K-ASF957.1527.8027.0031.751736.701671.6050.806.4038.104.8066.70/14994

Stainless Steel Pintle Chain Dimensions

Chain No.PitchWidth between inner platesPlate depthAttachment dimensionTensile strength
Pb1 minh2 maxGFth4Q
min
mmmmmmmmmmmmmmkN/lbf
SS662F142.2726.618.819.0343.55.04.4037.80/8597
SS667X-ASF357.1526.623.838.0514.47.00.0066.70/14994

Key Advantages of Stainless Steel Pintle Chains

  1. Superior Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel pintle chains excel in harsh environments, resisting rust and chemical degradation, making them ideal for marine, food processing, and wastewater applications where exposure to moisture or corrosive substances is common.
  2. Enhanced Durability and Strength: These chains offer high tensile strength, ensuring resistance to breakage and deformation under heavy loads, providing reliable performance in demanding industrial, agricultural, and conveyor systems over extended periods.
  3. Low Maintenance Requirements: The open barrel design prevents material buildup, reducing the need for frequent cleaning and maintenance, which minimizes downtime and operational costs in applications like manure spreaders and conveyors.
  4. Versatility Across Applications: Stainless steel pintle chains are adaptable to diverse industries, including agriculture, mining, and food processing, due to their ability to handle abrasive materials and operate efficiently under varying conditions.
  5. Improved Wear Resistance: Heat-treated components and stainless steel construction enhance wear resistance, extending chain lifespan even in high-abrasion environments like sugar milling, mining, or heavy-duty conveyor systems, ensuring consistent performance.
  6. Customizable Design Options: Stainless steel pintle chains can be tailored with attachments or specific link configurations, allowing customization for unique conveyor or machinery requirements in industries like packaging or material handling.

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Applications of Stainless Steel Pintle Chains

Stainless steel pintle chains are durable, corrosion-resistant chains used in various industries. Here are some key applications:

  • Agricultural Equipment: Stainless steel pintle chains are widely used in agricultural machinery like harvesters, balers, and manure spreaders. Their corrosion resistance ensures reliable performance in harsh outdoor conditions, handling heavy loads and resisting wear from dirt and moisture, extending equipment lifespan.
  • Conveyor Systems: In conveyor systems, stainless steel pintle chains transport materials in industries like food processing and manufacturing. Their strength and resistance to rust make them ideal for handling heavy or corrosive materials, ensuring smooth, hygienic operations.
  • Wastewater Treatment: Stainless steel pintle chains are employed in wastewater treatment plants for sludge collectors and bar screens. Their corrosion resistance withstands constant exposure to water and chemicals, ensuring durability and low maintenance in aggressive environments.
  • Food Processing: In food processing, these chains are used in conveyors and packaging equipment. Their non-corrosive properties meet hygiene standards, resisting contamination from food acids and cleaning agents, ensuring safe and efficient production processes.
  • Mining Industry: Stainless steel pintle chains are utilized in mining for conveying heavy materials like ore and coal. Their robust construction and resistance to abrasive dust and moisture ensure reliable performance in rugged, corrosive mining environments.
  • Marine Applications: In marine environments, these chains are used for anchoring systems and material handling. Their ability to resist saltwater corrosion makes them ideal for docks, ships, and offshore platforms, ensuring long-term reliability.
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Stainless Steel Pintle Chains vs. Steel Pintle Chains

Stainless Steel Pintle Chains are crafted from alloys like 304 or 316 stainless steel, offering superior resistance to corrosion and extreme temperatures. This makes them ideal for harsh environments, such as wastewater treatment facilities, food processing, chemical industries, and agricultural applications involving fertilizers or manure spreaders. Their open barrel design minimizes material buildup, reducing maintenance needs, and they maintain stable performance in high-humidity or chemically aggressive settings. Stainless steel chains, particularly 316-grade, provide enhanced protection against corrosive substances, ensuring a longer lifespan in abrasive conditions. However, they are typically more expensive due to the cost of stainless steel and may have slightly lower tensile strength compared to carbon steel chains in some applications.

Steel Pintle Chains, often made from carbon or alloy steel, are heat-treated for maximum strength and wear resistance, making them suitable for heavy-duty operations like mining, forestry, and conveyor systems. They feature a single-piece link and pin design, often with quad-staked pins, to enhance durability and resist fatigue. Their open barrel construction prevents material buildup, ensuring smooth operation in sticky or compacting materials. Steel pintle chains are more cost-effective and offer higher tensile strength (ranging from 7,800 to 28,600 pounds in 400-class chains) than stainless steel variants, making them preferable for applications with high mechanical loads but less exposure to corrosive elements. However, they are prone to rust in humid or chemical-heavy environments without additional coatings like nickel or chrome plating.

Key Differences:

  • Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel excels in corrosive environments; steel requires coatings for similar protection.

  • Cost: Steel chains are more economical, while stainless steel commands a premium.

  • Strength: Steel chains generally offer higher tensile strength, suitable for heavy loads.

  • Applications: Stainless steel is preferred in food processing, wastewater, and chemical industries; steel is common in agriculture, mining, and general conveying.

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