Picking Out Roller Chain

30-12-2003, 17:59

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Re: Picking Out Roller Chain

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Originally Posted by Adam Y.

Now what will happen if you constantly run the chain over the work load but under the break load?
Thanks for the help.

Essentially, it's longevity will decrease, and it will eventually break. Chain (like any component) has a finite service life. Often times, chain isn't designed with sudden stops and changes in direction in mind. On the last leg of your drive train when you're connecting sprockets to wheels, just play it safe and go with #35.

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