Lynx Kingpin Pintle Chain
Lynx Kingpin pintle chain features an open-barrel link design with cast or forged construction, built for the harshest agricultural and industrial conveying applications. Common in feed mills, grain handling, bulk material conveyors, and outdoor equipment where dust, dirt, and debris would jam standard roller chain. The open barrel self-cleans and tolerates contamination that would seize a closed chain. Sized from 662 through 88C in 1.664" through 2.609" pitches.
Key Features
- Open-barrel link design for self-cleaning operation
- Pitches: 1.664" through 2.609"
- Tensile strengths up to 38,800 lbs
- Sold in 10-foot reels with pre-lubed assembly
- Includes one connecting link per reel
- Field-replaceable connecting links and pins
Common Applications
- Agricultural conveyors (grain elevators, feed handling)
- Bulk material handling (sand, gravel, aggregate)
- Outdoor equipment and weather-exposed conveyors
- Manure spreaders, fertilizer applicators
- Forestry equipment
- Cement and concrete batch plant conveyors
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes pintle chain different from roller chain?
Pintle chain uses a single-piece cast or forged barrel link instead of separate inner/outer plate construction. The open barrel doesn't trap dirt or debris like roller chain pockets, so pintle chain self-cleans during operation. Trade-off: pintle chain has higher friction and isn't suitable for high-speed power transmission, it's designed for slow-speed heavy conveying.
Can I use pintle chain on standard sprockets?
No, pintle chain requires special pintle sprockets with deeper tooth pockets to accommodate the barrel-link geometry. Each pintle chain size has its own matching sprocket family. The chain and sprocket are designed as a system, not as separate components.
What's the typical service life for pintle chain in agricultural use?
In moderate-duty grain handling, pintle chain typically lasts 5,000-15,000 hours of operation before measurable elongation requires replacement. Heavy abrasive applications (sand, aggregate) shorten this to 1,500-5,000 hours. Pre-lubrication helps extend life, but pintle chain in outdoor service is largely a wear item.
Why does my pintle chain wear faster on one side?
Asymmetric wear usually indicates misalignment between drive and driven sprockets, or a worn sprocket forcing the chain to track to one side. Inspect sprocket tooth profile, pointed or hooked teeth indicate replacement is needed. Verify shaft alignment with a straight edge. Worn sprockets paired with new chain will accelerate the new chain's wear by 50%+.
