{"product_id":"316-stainless-steel-roller-chain-simplex-08b-10a-12a-16a-1524m","title":"316 Stainless Steel Roller Chain Quality Simplex Chain 08B 10A 12 16A 1.524Meter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-desc\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-overview\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003e316 Stainless Steel Roller Chain — Corrosion-Resistant Simplex Drive for Demanding Environments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEach 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTypical 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-compat\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hdiy-compat-icon\"\u003e⚙️\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits standard ISO simplex sprockets in matching pitch — 08B, 10A, 12A, or 16A. Verify sprocket bore, tooth count, and strand count (single\/simplex) before ordering.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-features\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003e✅ Key Features of These 316 Stainless Steel Roller Chains\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"hdiy-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🔩\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e316 Stainless Steel Throughout\u003c\/strong\u003e — Plates, pins, bushings, and rollers are all 316-grade SS, providing superior chloride and oxidation resistance compared to 304 or carbon-steel alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e📐\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour ISO Pitch Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Choose 08B, 10A, 12A, or 16A to match your existing sprocket set; each variant ships as a 1.524 m (5 ft) length ready to cut and connect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashdown \u0026amp; Chemical Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — Withstands repeated water washdowns, mild acids, and saline exposure without surface pitting or structural degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🏭\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood-Safe Material Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — 316 SS is widely accepted in food and beverage processing environments where incidental contact with chain components is a concern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🔗\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision-Formed Rollers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Tight dimensional tolerances on roller diameter and pitch ensure smooth sprocket engagement, reduced vibration, and consistent power transfer across the drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e✂️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut-to-Length Flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 1.524 m run can be shortened to your exact loop requirement using a standard chain breaker tool; pair with a matching connecting link (sold separately) to close the loop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-table-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003e📐 Technical Specifications — Stainless Steel Simplex Roller Chain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316 Stainless Steel (plates, pins, bushings, rollers)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChain Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO 606 Simplex (single-strand)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Models\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e08B, 10A, 12A, 16A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch — 08B\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.7 mm (0.500 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch — 10A\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.875 mm (0.625 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch — 12A\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.05 mm (0.750 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch — 16A\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.4 mm (1.000 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength per Unit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.524 m (5 ft \/ 60 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrand Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSimplex (single strand)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTensile Strength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee variant options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWorking Load Limit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee variant options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural stainless (uncoated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnecting Link Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact us to confirm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow do I choose between 08B, 10A, 12A, and 16A?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs 316 stainless steel stronger than standard carbon-steel roller chain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e316 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWill this chain rust or corrode in saltwater or marine environments?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e316 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this chain with my existing sprockets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDoes the 1.524 m length include a connecting link?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat lubrication should I use on stainless steel roller chain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow do I cut this chain to a shorter length?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-cta\"\u003e\n    🛒 Select your Model x Length above, then add to cart.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How do I choose between 08B, 10A, 12A, and 16A?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"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. 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