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When your conveyor line, agricultural equipment, or industrial drive system demands consistent power transfer without slippage or premature wear, a mismatched or worn chain becomes a costly bottleneck. Engineers, maintenance technicians, and serious DIY builders who need a dependable #10 / 10A roller chain with straight sidebar attachments (straight ear / gerade Ohr) will find this drive chain engineered to perform under continuous load.
This listing covers the 10A-1 single-strand roller chain with a pitch of 5/8" (15.875 mm). The chain features solid steel rollers, press-fit pins, and straight attachment plates (Type A1 / A2 sidebar tabs) that allow secure mounting of conveyor flights, guides, or custom brackets. Available lengths start at 1.524 m (5 ft) per piece, with multi-piece packs available via variant selection.
Typical use cases include agricultural feeder conveyors and grain auger drives, light-to-medium industrial conveyor systems requiring attachment links, and custom DIY power transmission builds where a #10 straight-ear attachment chain replaces worn OEM components. Long-tail search terms this product addresses: 10A attachment roller chain, 5/8 pitch conveyor chain with straight tabs, ANSI #10 drive chain with sidebar attachments.
Manufactured to ANSI/ISO 10A dimensional standards, ensuring drop-in compatibility with standard #10 sprockets and drive components without modification.
Integrated straight-ear (gerade Ohr) attachment links allow direct bolting of conveyor flights, guides, or custom fixtures — no separate attachment hardware required.
Hardened steel rollers reduce friction against sprocket teeth; press-fit pin construction maintains tight tolerances under cyclic loading and vibration.
10A-1 simplex configuration delivers a tensile strength typically in the range of 14,000–16,000 N, suitable for light-to-medium duty conveyor and drive applications.
Available in 1.524 m (5 ft) increments with single-piece or multi-piece pack options — select the exact quantity your project requires via the variant selector above.
Standard connecting link (master link) compatible — join sections in the field without special tooling. Replacement connecting links sold separately.
| Chain Standard | ANSI #10 / ISO 10A |
|---|---|
| Pitch | 5/8" (15.875 mm) |
| Strand Configuration | Single-strand (Simplex / 10A-1) |
| Attachment Type | Straight sidebar (Gerade Ohr / Type A) |
| Roller Diameter | See variant options |
| Inner Width | See variant options |
| Pin Diameter | See variant options |
| Plate Height | See variant options |
| Tensile Strength | Typically 14,000–16,000 N (contact us to confirm) |
| Material | Carbon steel (rollers, pins, plates) |
| Surface Finish | Natural / lightly oiled |
| Available Length per Piece | 1.524 m (5 ft) |
| Pack Quantity | See variant options |
You need a sprocket rated for ANSI #10 or ISO 10A with a 5/8" (15.875 mm) pitch. Match the tooth count to your required speed ratio and verify the bore diameter fits your shaft. Standard #10 sprockets from most industrial suppliers are directly compatible.
Straight attachment (also called straight sidebar, Type A, or gerade Ohr in German) means the outer link plates have extended tabs with pre-drilled holes running parallel to the chain direction. These tabs let you bolt conveyor flights, pusher bars, or custom brackets directly to the chain. If you only need a plain drive chain without mounting points, a standard #10 roller chain without attachments may be more appropriate.
The 10A-1 simplex chain has a typical minimum tensile strength in the range of 14,000–16,000 N (approximately 3,100–3,600 lbf). For working load calculations, apply a safety factor of at least 7:1 against tensile strength. If your application requires confirmed load ratings, please contact us with your duty cycle and load specifications.
The standard carbon steel construction provides moderate corrosion resistance suitable for dry indoor environments. For outdoor, washdown, or humid environments, we recommend applying a chain lubricant rated for your conditions. If you need stainless steel or nickel-plated variants for higher corrosion resistance, please contact us to confirm availability.
Use a standard #10 / 10A connecting link (master link) to join sections — no special tools required for field assembly. To shorten the chain, use a chain breaker tool to press out a pin at the desired link. Replacement connecting links are sold separately; search for "#10 master link" or "10A connecting link" to find compatible hardware.
Measure the center-to-center distance between your drive and driven sprockets, then use the standard chain length formula: L (links) = 2C/P + (N+n)/2 + P(N−n)²/(4π²C), where C = center distance, P = pitch, N and n = tooth counts. Each piece in this listing is 1.524 m (5 ft / approximately 96 links). Select the quantity that covers your required total length, then trim to fit with a chain breaker tool.
Regular lubrication is the single most important maintenance step — apply a penetrating chain oil or SAE 30–40 weight oil to the inner link plates and rollers at regular intervals (frequency depends on load and speed). Inspect for elongation (stretch) periodically; replace the chain when elongation exceeds 3% of nominal pitch length. Keep the chain free of abrasive debris to minimize wear.
