BS EN 818-3:1999+A1:2008

This standard BS EN 818-3:1999+A1:2008 Short link chain for lifting purposes. Safety is classified in these ICS categories:

• 53.020.30 Accessories for lifting equipment

!This part of EN 818 specifies the requirements related to safety for short link chains, grade 4, of medium tolerance for use in chain slings to EN 818-4:1996+A1 and for general lifting purposes." The standard is applicable to electrically welded round steel short link chains, conforming to !EN 818-1:1996+A1", which are intended for lifting objects, materials or goods.

The range of nominal sizes of chain covered by this Part of EN 818 is from 7 mm to 45 mm.

The hazards covered by this Part of EN 818 are identified in clause 4.

Annex A contains the bases for calculation of tabulated values for dimensions, working load limits and mechanical properties.

Annex B gives information on the mass/metre of chain.

Annex C gives an example of a designation system for chains of grade 4.

Annex ZA gives the relationship with EU Directives.