Chains & Cordage

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A twisted rope that is less expensive than other rope fibers, making it a good all-purpose rope. Floats and is easy to produce in colors,...

The most common all-purpose chain. A welded chain, which means the individual link is welded to form a continuous loop. Commonly used as a...

Consists of metal wheels with grooved edges. Aids in lifting loads. Can be used with chain or...

Used to temporarily link chain and couple light attachments. Do not use for securing loads. One type is the Lap Link. Another type is the...

A twisted rope that can be used where it is likely to be discarded after each use and where strength is not important. Do not use where...

Available in many gauges and link sizes. Has high strength and is popular for general use. One type is the coil chain, which has long...

Made by twisting yarns together to make a single, continuous strand. Low cost rope. Not recommended for reuse. Use for wrapping a roast,...

Has links twisted at uniform angles. The slight twist in the links tends to make the chain more flexible and prevents the entire chain from...

Commonly called sash chain. Made by stamping or shaping a flat strip from metal. Strips are then formed into links and attached to each...

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