How to Order the Proper Chain Sling
When ordering, please be sure to include the following:
|
|
| SIZE Size means diameter of the material from which the link of the body chain is formed. Throughout this bulletin, size will be given in fractions. |
REACH
("PULL TO PULL") If chain slings are to be used in pairs and are to be matched for reach, please indicate when ordering. |
| TYPE In describing the type of chain sling, the following symbols should be used. If attachments required are other than standard, give detailed specifications and description. First symbol (basic type) |
| S | Single chain sling. |
| C | Single choker s\chain sling with a standard end link on each end, no hooks. |
| D | Double branch chain sling. |
| T | Triple branch chain sling. |
| Q | Quadruple branch chain sling. |
| Second symbol (type of master link or end link) |
| O | Oblong master link of standard dimensions. |
| P | Pear-shaped master link (available on request, not a standard item). |
| Third symbol (type of hook) |
| S | Sling hook |
| G | Grab hook |
| F | Foundry hook |
| L | Latchlok |
| PH | Plate hook (available on request, not a standard item). |
| PC | Plate clamp (available on request, not a standard item). |