Lynx Industrial Chain

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Lynx Industrial Chain

Lynx is the industrial chain line manufactured by Baart Industrial Group, covering the full range of power transmission and conveyor chain for industrial, agricultural, and heavy machinery applications. Texas Belting & Supply stocks the complete Lynx catalog: over 1,000 SKUs spanning ANSI standard roller chain, British Standard metric chain, leaf chain, pintle chain, coupling chain, and chain installation tools. Use the pickers below to shop by pitch, chain type, material, or component.

Shop by Chain Pitch (ANSI Size)

Chain pitch is the distance between adjacent pin centers. It is the most important specification when ordering chain since pitch must match your sprocket pitch exactly. ANSI standard pitches range from #25 (1/4 inch) for precision instruments through #240 (3 inch) for the heaviest industrial drives.

#251/4"#353/8"#401/2"#505/8"#603/4"#801"#1001-1/4"#1201-1/2"#1401-3/4"#1602"#2002-1/2"#2403"

Shop by Chain Type

ANSI Roller ChainMost Common

Standard B29.1 roller chain in pitches #25 through #240. The workhorse of industrial drives.

XD Extreme Duty Chain

25-35% higher tensile than standard ANSI. For mining, oil & gas, steel mills.

SH Super Heavy Chain

Up to 40% higher tensile. Highest-strength variant in pitches #100-#240.

Leaf Chain

High-tensile BL series for forklifts, hoists, and counterweight lift applications.

Pintle Chain

Kingpin open-barrel chain for agricultural and bulk material conveying.

British Standard Chain

BS 228 / ISO 606 metric chain (04B through 72B) for European and Asian machinery.

Coupling Chain

Flexible chain couplings for connecting drive shafts. Quick installation and replacement.

Extended Pitch Chain

Double-pitch (C2040 through C2160) for slow-speed conveyors and material handling.

Agricultural Chain

CA-series chain for combines, balers, harvesters, and farm equipment.

Shop by Material

Carbon Steel ChainDefault

Standard material covering 80%+ of the Lynx catalog. Full tensile strength, dry indoor use.

Stainless Steel Chain

304 and 316 stainless for food contact, marine, pharmaceutical, and chemical environments.

Nickel Plated Chain

Carbon steel with nickel plating. Moderate corrosion resistance at lower cost than stainless.

Dacroclad Coated Chain

Zinc-aluminum flake coating. 5-10x corrosion resistance vs traditional zinc plating.

Chain Series Comparison: Standard vs XD vs SH

Lynx offers three chain strength tiers within the standard ANSI dimensional envelope. All three series are dimensionally compatible with the same sprockets in matching pitch and strand count. The difference is in materials and manufacturing, which yields different tensile strength and service life.

Series	Strength	Typical Applications	Sizes	Cost	Best For
Standard (HD)	Industry standard B29.1	Most industrial drives	#25 - #240	$	General purpose
XD Extreme Duty	25-35% higher tensile	Mining, oil & gas, shock loading	#80 - #240	$$	High shock loads
SH Super Heavy	Up to 40% higher tensile	Steel mills, draglines, port cranes	#100 - #240	$$$	Maximum strength

Chain Components

Roller chain ships as a reel. You cut to length on site and join the ends with a connecting link. For drives where pitch count is odd, you may also need an offset link. These components are stocked separately from chain reels:

Connecting Links (C/L)

Join chain ends after sizing. Cottered, spring clip, or riveted variants.

Offset Links (O/L)

Half-pitch links for adjusting chain length by one pitch instead of two.

Chain Tools

Chain breakers, pullers, and replacement tips for installation and field repair.

Sprockets (Pair with Lynx Chain)Pair It

BlackStar sprockets in matching ANSI pitches. Pair these with your chain order.

⚙ Sprocket Compatibility

Lynx chain pairs with BlackStar industrial sprockets in matching ANSI pitch. For complete drive packages, order chain and sprockets together to ensure dimensional compatibility.

#251/4"#353/8"#401/2"#505/8"#603/4"#801"#1001-1/4"#1201-1/2"#1401-3/4"#1602"#2002-1/2"#2403"

How To Order Chain: 5-Step Selection Guide

Step 1: Identify Your Pitch

Measure pitch on existing chain (pin-to-pin distance) or check equipment documentation. Pitch is the primary identifier and must match your sprocket exactly. Chain and sprocket pitch are interchangeable across brands, but never substitute different pitches.

Step 2: Determine Reel Length

Calculate total chain length needed and buy at least 6 inches extra for chain stretch and installation slack. Reels come in 5', 10', 50', and 100' lengths.

Step 3: Choose Connection Type

Riveted chain has permanent connections and slightly higher strength: best for high-speed continuous operation. Cottered chain is field-serviceable with hand tools.

Step 4: Add a Connecting Link

Every chain reel needs one connecting link to join the cut ends into a loop after sizing. Three types: Cottered Pin (C/P C/L), Spring Clip (S/C C/L), or Riveted.

Step 5: Add Offset Link If Needed

If your drive geometry requires an odd-pitch chain length, add one offset link (O/L). Avoid using offset links in shock-loaded applications where possible.

Industries We Serve With Lynx Chain

Industry	Typical Chain	Common Applications
Manufacturing & Production	ANSI #40-#80 standard	Bottling, packaging, assembly lines
Food & Beverage	Stainless steel #40-#80	Conveyors, dough mixers, cleaning lines
Agriculture	CA-series, #60-#100, pintle	Combines, balers, planters, feed mills
Mining & Aggregate	XD #80-#240, pintle, leaf	Rock crushers, screening, draglines
Steel & Metals	SH #100-#240, XD heavy	Rolling mills, casters, processing
Pulp & Paper	XD #80-#160 standard	Machine drives, log handling, board cutters
Oil & Gas	XD stainless, Dacroclad	Drilling, pumps, offshore platforms
Marine & Aquaculture	Stainless 316	Net handling, hoists, port cranes
Material Handling	ANSI #40-#100, leaf	Forklifts, palletizers, lifts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lynx chain interchangeable with other brands?

Yes for the inch series (ANSI B29.1) and metric series (BS 228 / ISO 606). Lynx chain in a given size is dimensionally identical to chain from any other compliant manufacturer. You can mix Lynx connecting links with other-brand chain reels and vice versa, provided both follow the same standard. Within a single chain loop, however, we recommend a single brand to minimize tolerance variation.

What chain pitch do I need?

Check the existing chain: most ANSI chain has the pitch number stamped on the outer side plates (40, 60, 80, etc.). If unmarked, measure pin-to-pin distance: this is the pitch. ANSI pitches step in 1/8 inch increments: #25 = 1/4", #40 = 1/2", #80 = 1", and so on. For British Standard chain, the number ends in "B" (04B, 08B, 12B). For double-pitch extended chain, the prefix is "C2": C2040, C2080, etc.

What does the "-2" or "-3" suffix mean on chain sizes?

It indicates strand count. HD80 is single strand, HD80-2 is double strand, HD80-3 is triple strand. All three have the same pitch but progressively more rollers per pitch for higher load capacity. Strand count must match between chain and sprocket: HD80-2 chain requires a double-strand sprocket. Double strand provides 1.7-1.9x single strand capacity; triple strand provides 2.4-2.7x.

How long does industrial chain last?

Service life depends heavily on load, speed, environment, and lubrication. Properly lubricated chain in moderate-duty service typically lasts 15,000-25,000 hours. Heavy-duty service drops this to 5,000-15,000 hours. Replace chain when elongation exceeds 3% of original length, or earlier if visual inspection shows pin scoring, plate cracking, or roller damage. Worn sprockets accelerate chain wear, so replace sprockets at the same time as chain.

Should I choose riveted or cottered chain?

Riveted chain has permanent connections and slightly higher tensile strength. Best for high-speed continuous drives that rarely come off for maintenance. Cottered chain uses cotter pins through drilled holes, making it field-serviceable with hand tools. Choose cottered for maintenance-accessible applications. Both options ship in the same pitches and strengths; the connection method is the main differentiator.

What is the difference between Standard, Heavy, XD, and SH chain?

Standard ANSI chain meets B29.1 minimum dimensions. Heavy series (designation "H", such as 60H or 80H) uses thicker side plates for 20-30% higher tensile strength: still dimensionally compatible with standard sprockets. XD (Extreme Duty) achieves 25-35% higher tensile through shot-peened plates and harder pins, within the same dimensional envelope. SH (Super Heavy) goes furthest with up to 40% higher tensile, available only in pitches #100 and larger. Cost rises with strength: Standard < H < XD < SH.

Do you stock chain accessories and tools?

Yes. We carry chain breakers (for cutting chain to length), chain pullers (for joining ends under tension during installation), and replacement breaker tips. Tools come in three size ranges: #25-#60 for small chain, #60-#100 for medium, and #100-#180 for heavy industrial. Buy the tool sized for your largest chain.

What is your lead time on Lynx chain?

Most common ANSI sizes (#40, #50, #60, #80, #100, #120) ship same day or next day from Texas Belting stock. Specialty sizes such as larger pitches (#160, #200, #240), British Standard metric chain, and certain leaf chain configurations may have 3-7 day lead time. Call ahead for critical situations.

Can I get help selecting chain for my application?

Yes. Our team is experienced with industrial drive design and can recommend the right pitch, strand count, material, and connection type for your specific equipment. Provide details about your operating loads, speed, environment, and replacement frequency, and we will recommend the most cost-effective chain that meets your service life targets.

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