Stud Link Anchor Chain
Stud link anchor chain is the chain cable used on ships, oil rigs, mooring buoys and other floating equipment. The central stud in each link adds strength and stops the chain from knotting, and the chain is supplied in grades U2…
What This Product Is For
Stud link anchor chain is the chain cable used on ships, oil rigs, mooring buoys and other floating equipment. The central stud in each link adds strength and stops the chain from knotting, and the chain is supplied in grades U2 and U3 in CM490 and CM690 material, meeting ISO 1704 with certification from all major classification societies.
Key Benefits
- Central stud adds strength and keeps the chain from collapsing or knotting in the locker
- Grades U2 and U3 in a wide range of sizes for vessels, rigs and buoys
- Certificates from LR, ABS, BV, CCS, DNV-GL, NK, KR, RINA and RMRS
- Produced to ISO 1704 quality requirements for survey acceptance
Problems It Solves
- Chain collapsing and knotting in the chain locker under its own weight
- Chain delivered without acceptable classification certification
- Grade or size not matching the vessel's equipment requirement
Application Scenarios
- Ship anchor chain cable
- Oil rig and offshore platform mooring
- Mooring buoy ground tackle
- Floating equipment anchoring
Who It Is For
- Shipyards ordering chain cable for newbuilds
- Vessel operators renewing chain at survey
- Offshore mooring and buoy contractors
Technical Features
- Stud link construction with a central stud for extra strength
- Chain grades U2 and U3
- Material CM490 and CM690
- Meets the quality requirements of ISO 1704
- Certification from LR, ABS, BV, CCS, DNV-GL, NK, KR, RINA and RMRS
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.
| Chain Grade | U2/U3 |
|---|---|
| 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 Stud Link Anchor |
Customization Options
- Grade U2 or U3
- Wide range of chain diameters
- Supplied with kenter shackles, joining shackles, swivel forerunners and end shackles
Quality Control
- Heat treatment controlled through production
- Proof and breaking load testing to the classification requirement
- Classification society survey and certification with the chain
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How It Compares With The Alternatives
Compared with Studless open link anchor chain
The stud gives extra strength and prevents knotting, which is why stud link is used for ship anchor cable while studless covers general duty
Compared with Buoy anchor chain
Buoy chain is supplied in standard buoy cable lengths, stud link chain is supplied by size, grade and shot length for vessels
How To Use And Maintain It
- Select grade and diameter from the vessel's equipment number
- Specify the classification society before production starts
- Order joining shackles and forerunners with the chain so grades match
- Range and inspect the chain at scheduled survey intervals
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
Stud Link Anchor Chain FAQ
What grades are available?
Grade U2 and U3.
Why do the links have a stud?
The central stud gives extra strength and keeps the chain from knotting, which is why it is used for anchor and mooring chain.
Which certificates can you supply?
LR, ABS, BV, CCS, DNV-GL, NK, KR, RINA and RMRS.
Which standard does the chain meet?
It meets the quality requirements of ISO 1704.
Where is stud link chain used?
On ships, oil rigs, mooring buoys and other floating equipment.
Can you supply the accessories with the chain?
Yes. Kenter shackles, joining shackles, swivel forerunners and end shackles are supplied to match the chain grade.
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