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When standard carbon-steel chain corrodes, seizes, or contaminates your process, you need a material upgrade that holds up without constant maintenance. This 316 stainless steel simplex roller chain is built for makers, engineers, and industrial DIYers who run drives in wet, chemical, or food-adjacent environments where rust is not an option.
Each length is a single 1.524 m (5 ft) run of ISO-standard simplex roller chain, manufactured from 316-grade austenitic stainless steel throughout — plates, pins, bushings, and rollers. Available in four pitch sizes: 08B (12.7 mm / 0.500 in pitch), 10A (15.875 mm / 0.625 in pitch), 12A (19.05 mm / 0.750 in pitch), and 16A (25.4 mm / 1.000 in pitch).
Typical applications include marine deck machinery and boat winch drives, food-processing conveyor lines requiring washdown-safe components, chemical dosing pump drives, outdoor agricultural equipment exposed to moisture and fertilizers, and custom CNC or automation builds where long-term corrosion resistance reduces downtime.
| Material | 316 Stainless Steel (plates, pins, bushings, rollers) |
|---|---|
| Chain Standard | ISO 606 Simplex (single-strand) |
| Available Models | 08B, 10A, 12A, 16A |
| Pitch — 08B | 12.7 mm (0.500 in) |
| Pitch — 10A | 15.875 mm (0.625 in) |
| Pitch — 12A | 19.05 mm (0.750 in) |
| Pitch — 16A | 25.4 mm (1.000 in) |
| Length per Unit | 1.524 m (5 ft / 60 in) |
| Strand Count | Simplex (single strand) |
| Tensile Strength | See variant options |
| Working Load Limit | See variant options |
| Surface Finish | Natural stainless (uncoated) |
| Connecting Link Included | Contact us to confirm |
Match the chain model to your sprocket's pitch marking. 08B uses a 12.7 mm pitch, 10A uses 15.875 mm, 12A uses 19.05 mm, and 16A uses 25.4 mm. If your sprocket is stamped with an ANSI number (e.g., #40, #50, #60, #80), cross-reference to the equivalent ISO pitch before ordering.
316 SS typically has a lower tensile strength than hardened carbon-steel chain of the same pitch, but it far outperforms carbon steel in corrosive environments. For high-load, dry-environment drives, carbon steel may be preferable; for wet, chemical, or food-processing applications, 316 SS is the correct choice.
316 stainless steel contains molybdenum, which significantly improves resistance to chloride-induced pitting and crevice corrosion compared to 304 SS. It performs well in marine and coastal environments, though periodic rinsing and light lubrication will extend service life in continuous saltwater immersion.
Yes, provided your sprockets are ISO simplex (single-strand) in the matching pitch. Confirm the sprocket's pitch, tooth profile, and bore size. Mixing chain pitch with a mismatched sprocket will cause accelerated wear and potential disengagement.
Please contact us to confirm whether a connecting link is included with your specific variant. We recommend having a matching ISO simplex connecting link (slip-fit or press-fit) on hand before installation so you can close the loop after cutting to your required length.
Use a food-grade or corrosion-inhibiting chain lubricant appropriate for your environment. In food-processing applications, NSF H1-rated lubricants are recommended. Avoid petroleum-based greases in washdown environments as they can wash away quickly; synthetic or dry-film lubricants often perform better.
Use a standard roller chain breaker tool sized for your pitch. Drive out the pin at the desired link count, then use a matching connecting link to rejoin the ends into a closed loop. Always count links carefully before cutting — measure twice, cut once.
