{"title":"Chain Connecting Links","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"7-8mm-connecting-link","title":"7\/8mm Connecting Link – Grade 80 Alloy Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from high-grade quenched and tempered alloy steel, these chain connecting links are designed for use with Grade 80 lifting chain and are an essential component for building reliable, certified lifting chain slings. Their simple two-body pin-and-stud design allows rapid assembly, dismantling and reassembly without the need for specialist tooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnecting links are used across a wide range of industries wherever heavy loads must be lifted and moved overhead. They join lifting chains, chain slings and other lifting accessories securely, and are marked with traceability information, WLL, batch number and size for full compliance and inspection confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach link is proof-load tested to 2.5 times its working load limit, with an ultimate load capacity of 4 times WLL and a fatigue rating of 1.5 times WLL at 20,000 cycles. When reassembling a connecting link, always fit a new pin and stud assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use with Grade 80 alloy chain — 7\/8 mm chain size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking Load Limit: 2,120 kg (2.12 t)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProof load tested to 2.5 × WLL; ultimate load 4 × WLL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked with WLL, batch number, traceability and size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in orange or green finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo specialist tools required for assembly or dismantling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559960584523,"sku":"CL7\/8","price":6.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/cl7-8.jpg?v=1781214373"},{"product_id":"10mm-connecting-link","title":"10mm Connecting Link – Grade 80 Alloy Steel Chain Connector","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Grade 80 alloy steel connecting link is designed to join sections of lifting chain or connect chain slings to lifting equipment, enabling safe and reliable overhead lifting across a wide range of industrial applications. Manufactured from high-grade alloy steel that has been drop-forged, quenched and tempered, the link offers exceptional strength and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe simple two-body C-link design — secured by a pin and stud assembly — allows instant assembly, dismantling and reassembly without the need for specialist tools. Each link is individually marked with traceability information, WLL, batch number and size for easy identification and compliance record-keeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for use with Grade 80 alloy chain at 10mm diameter, this connecting link is an essential component for constructing and maintaining safe lifting chain slings in warehousing, construction, engineering and heavy industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from high-grade alloy steel — drop-forged, quenched and tempered for maximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated for Grade 80 alloy chain in lifting applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool-free assembly and dismantling via simple pin and stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually marked with WLL, traceability, batch number and size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% proof load tested at 2.5 times working load limit; ultimate load 4 times capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559960650059,"sku":"CL10","price":7.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/cl10.jpg?v=1781214376"},{"product_id":"13mm-connecting-link","title":"13mm Connecting Link – Grade 80 Alloy Steel Chain Connector","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Grade 80 alloy steel connecting link is designed to join lifting chain slings and other lifting components quickly and reliably, without the need for specialist tools. Manufactured from high-grade alloy steel (quenched and tempered), each link is proof-load tested to 2.5 times its Working Load Limit and carries an ultimate load rating of 4 times capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe two-piece C-link body design allows instant assembly, dismantling and reassembly of dependably safe lifting slings. Simply attach one chain or fitting to each C-link body half. When reassembling, it is recommended to fit a new pin and stud assembly — these are inexpensive and widely available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for use with Grade 80 alloy chain in overhead lifting applications across construction, engineering, logistics and industrial sectors. Each link is marked with traceability information, WLL, batch number and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: High-grade alloy steel, quenched and tempered (drop forged)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: 80 (G80)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking Load Limit: 5,300 kg (5.3 tonnes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain size: 13 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProof load tested to 2.5× WLL; ultimate load 4× WLL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue rated to 1.5× WLL at 20,000 cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo special tools required for assembly or dismantling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked with ABLE traceability, WLL, batch number and size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559960682827,"sku":"CL13","price":10.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/cl13.jpg?v=1781214378"},{"product_id":"16mm-connecting-link","title":"16mm Connecting Link – Grade 80 Alloy Steel Chain Connector","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Grade 80 alloy connecting link is forged from high-grade alloy steel (quenched and tempered) and is designed to connect lifting chain slings and other lifting equipment for overhead lifting applications across a wide range of industries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe simple two-body pin-and-stud design allows instant assembly, dismantling and reassembly without the need for specialist tools, making it ideal for riggers who need dependable, repeatable connections in the field. Only one chain or fitting should be assembled to each C-link body half. When reassembling a used C-link, a new pin and stud assembly is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach link is marked with traceability information, WLL, batch number and size, and is proof-load tested to 2.5 times its working load limit. The ultimate load is 4 times the rated capacity and the link is fatigue rated at 1.5 times the WLL at 20,000 cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-grade alloy steel, quenched and tempered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking Load Limit: 8,000 kg (8.0 tonnes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use with: Grade 80 alloy chain, 16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProof load tested to 2.5× WLL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltimate load: 4× WLL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue rated: 1.5× WLL at 20,000 cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked with WLL, traceability, batch number and size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in orange or green finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559960715595,"sku":"CL16","price":15.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/cl16.jpg?v=1781214381"},{"product_id":"7-8mm-connecting-link-for-webbing-sling","title":"7\/8mm Connecting Link for Webbing Sling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 7\/8mm chain connecting link is manufactured from forged alloy steel and rated for use with Grade 80 alloy chain in overhead lifting applications. Its straightforward two-part design allows fast assembly, dismantling and reassembly of lifting chain slings without the need for specialist tools — ideal for busy rigging environments where time and reliability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for connecting webbing slings and lifting chains to other lifting components, this link is heat treated, fully certified and carries a 2,000 kg working load limit with a 4:1 safety factor. Available in multiple sizes (7\/8mm, 10mm, 13mm and 16mm) to suit a range of lifting applications across construction, engineering, manufacturing and logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking Load Limit: 2,000 kg (2 tonne)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade 80 alloy steel — drop forged and heat treated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4:1 safety factor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick assembly and dismantling — no special tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully certified for overhead lifting use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559961534795,"sku":"WCL7\/8","price":5.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/wcl7-8.jpg?v=1781214384"},{"product_id":"10mm-connecting-link-for-webbing-sling","title":"10mm Chain Connecting Link – G80 Alloy Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 10mm chain connecting link is forged from high-grade alloy steel and rated for use with Grade 80 (G80) alloy lifting chain. 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