The Advantages of Chains in Applications

Earher in this chapter, the uses of the chains covered in this book were classified, in theory at least, into those transmitting power or force and those handling materials. Chains were classified as roller, silent, engineering steel, and flat-top. 

There are excellent reasons why there are many kinds of chains to perform so many varied functions. When we review the functions of the chains covered here, we find that chains have some general advantages over other equipment intended to do the same functions. 

Now let us consider the advantages of chains from the standpoint of drives. Chains have certain advantages, in addition to those just named, over other types of power transmission equipment. 

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