Chafe Chain
Chafe chain is the chain at the end of a towing line or single point mooring hawser, guided through a chock at the edge of the tanker deck. A full range of OCIMF compliant chafe chains is available, including chafe chain A and B…
What This Product Is For
Chafe chain is the chain at the end of a towing line or single point mooring hawser, guided through a chock at the edge of the tanker deck. A full range of OCIMF compliant chafe chains is available, including chafe chain A and B to the 2018 and 2007 guidelines and A, B and C to the 1993 guidelines, together with bespoke assemblies to operator specification.
Key Benefits
- Covers OCIMF 2018, 2007 and 1993 guideline configurations so existing fleets stay compliant
- Supplied as complete assemblies with kenter shackles, joining shackles, delta plates and pear link shackles
- Bespoke assemblies configured to individual operator specifications
- Bituminous paint finish for the chock and deck environment
Problems It Solves
- Hawsers chafing through where they pass over the deck edge
- Fleets operating to different OCIMF guideline editions
- Assemblies that do not match an operator's specific mooring layout
Application Scenarios
- Single point mooring hawser terminations on tankers
- Emergency towing system chafe sections
- Deck chock runs where a hawser would otherwise chafe
- Operator-specific mooring assemblies
Who It Is For
- Tanker owners and operators working to OCIMF guidelines
- SPM terminal operators
- Shipyards and marine equipment suppliers
Technical Features
- Chafe chain A and B in accordance with OCIMF 2018 Guidelines, 1st edition
- Chafe chain A and B in accordance with OCIMF 2007 Guidelines, 4th edition
- Chafe chain A, B and C in accordance with OCIMF 1993 Guidelines, 3rd edition
- Typical specification nominal diameter 54mm, grade 3, bituminous paint, total length about 9 to 10 metres, end link proof load 1590 kN and breaking load 2270 kN
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.
| Specifications | Nominal |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 54mm |
| Grade | 3 |
| Execution | bituminous paint |
| Total Length | about 9-10 meters |
| End Link Proof Load | 1590 |
| Kn Breaking Load | 2270KN |
Customization Options
- Configuration to OCIMF 2018, 2007 or 1993 guidelines
- Bespoke assemblies to individual operator specifications
- Supplied with kenter shackles, joining shackles, delta plates and pear link shackles
Quality Control
- Proof load and breaking load verified against the specification
- Assembly components matched to the chain grade
- Paint finish inspected before shipment
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How It Compares With The Alternatives
Compared with Stud link anchor chain
Chafe chain is a short assembly built for the chock and hawser interface, anchor chain is the continuous run in the chain locker
Compared with OCIMF type Smit towing bracket
The chafe chain runs through the chock, the Smit bracket secures its end link on deck
How To Use And Maintain It
- Confirm which OCIMF guideline edition your operation follows before ordering
- Check the chock and fairlead dimensions against the chain diameter
- Order the accessories with the chain so end links and shackles match
- Inspect the chafe section for wear at the chock contact point
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
Chafe Chain FAQ
What is chafe chain used for?
It is the chain at the end of a towing line or single point mooring hawser, normally guided through a chock at the edge of the tanker deck, used in mooring and emergency towing systems.
Which OCIMF guidelines can you supply to?
Chafe chain A and B to the 2018 1st edition and 2007 4th edition, and A, B and C to the 1993 3rd edition.
What is a typical specification?
Nominal diameter 54mm, grade 3, bituminous paint execution, total length about 9 to 10 metres, end link proof load 1590 kN and breaking load 2270 kN.
Can you build assemblies to our own specification?
Yes, bespoke assemblies are configured to individual operator specifications.
Which accessories come with the assembly?
Kenter shackles, joining shackles, delta plates and pear link shackles among others.
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