
Buoy Anchor Chain
Buoy anchor chain is produced to ISO 1704-2008 in CM490 and CM690 material, in sizes from 11mm to 38mm, for marine navigation and mooring buoys. Cable lengths follow the buoy convention: short cable 4.5m, half cable 13.7m and…
What This Product Is For
Buoy anchor chain is produced to ISO 1704-2008 in CM490 and CM690 material, in sizes from 11mm to 38mm, for marine navigation and mooring buoys. Cable lengths follow the buoy convention: short cable 4.5m, half cable 13.7m and long cable 27.5m, and non-standard chain links can be supplied to client drawings.

Key Benefits
- Standard buoy cable lengths of 4.5m, 13.7m and 27.5m supplied ready to install
- 11mm to 38mm size range covers the common navigation and mooring buoy classes
- Classification certificates from ABS, LR, BV, GL, DNV, RINA, NK, KR, RS, IRS and CCS
- Non-standard chain links produced to client request where a buoy needs a special fitting
Problems It Solves
- Cable sections cut to non-standard lengths that do not match buoy fittings
- Chain supplied without the classification certificate required by the authority
- Special end links unavailable from general chain suppliers
Application Scenarios
- Navigation buoy mooring
- Mooring buoy ground tackle
- Marker and channel buoy installations
- Replacement cable sections during buoy servicing
Who It Is For
- Port and waterway authorities maintaining buoy networks
- Buoy manufacturers and installers
- Marine contractors servicing navigation aids
Technical Features
- Produced according to ISO 1704-2008
- Material CM490 and CM690
- Size range 11mm to 38mm
- V-cable configuration with short cable 4.5m, half cable 13.7m and long cable 27.5m
- Certificates from ABS, LR, BV, GL, DNV, RINA, NK, KR, RS, IRS and CCS
Specification Table
Values below are taken from our own product data. Where a figure is not published for this item, we confirm it against your order rather than estimating it.
| Category | Anchor |
|---|---|
| Chain Material | CM490/CM690 |
| Standards | Rules of International |
| Class Society Certificate | ABS,LR, BV, GL,DNV,RINA, NK, KR, RS, IRS, |
| Ccs Fob Price | Get Latest |
| Price Now Place Of Origin | China |
| Half Cable Length | 13.7m |
Customization Options
- Chain diameter from 11mm to 38mm
- Non-standard chain links to client request
- Cable length configuration matched to the buoy specification
Quality Control
- Produced and inspected to ISO 1704-2008
- Classification society certification available
- Cable lengths and end fittings checked against the buoy specification
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How It Compares With The Alternatives
Compared with Stud link anchor chain
Buoy chain is supplied in short standard cable lengths for buoy moorings, stud link anchor chain is the heavy continuous run used on vessels
Compared with Studless anchor chain
Buoy anchor chain follows the buoy cable convention with its own fittings, studless chain is the general open link chain range
How To Use And Maintain It
- Order cable lengths against the buoy specification rather than cutting on site
- Specify the classification certificate required by the authority
- Confirm end link type before production if the buoy uses a special fitting
- Replace complete cable sections at servicing rather than splicing
What We Need From You To Quote
- Size or diameter, and the grade if it is specified
- Quantity and packing format
- Surface finish for the environment it works in
- Classification society, if a certificate is required
- Destination port for freight
Buoy Anchor Chain FAQ
What standard is buoy anchor chain made to?
ISO 1704-2008.
What sizes are available?
From 11mm to 38mm.
What are the standard cable lengths?
Short cable 4.5m, half cable 13.7m and long cable 27.5m.
What material is used?
CM490 and CM690.
Which certificates can you supply?
ABS, LR, BV, GL, DNV, RINA, NK, KR, RS, IRS and CCS.
Can you make non-standard links?
Yes, non-standard chain links can be supplied as per client request.
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