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Each link carries a Product Identification Code (PIC) for material traceability, along with the size and manufacturer's mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-grade alloy steel — quenched and tempered (Grade 80)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use with 1-leg 7mm or 2-leg 6mm Grade 80 alloy chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually proof tested to 2.5× Working Load Limit (4:1 design factor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue rated at 1.5× WLL with 20,000 cyclic test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked with brand, WLL, batch number and size for full traceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger internal width and length for compatibility with thimbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification supplied as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559960256843,"sku":"ML7","price":7.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/ml7.jpg?v=1781214341"},{"product_id":"8mm-master-link","title":"8mm Master Link – Grade 80 Welded Alloy Steel (MLW-8-13)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Grade 80 welded master link (Model MLW) is a critical connecting component used to attach chain slings to lifting equipment, crane hooks, and offshore container pad-eyes. Manufactured from high-grade quenched and tempered alloy steel, it is designed for use with Grade 80 alloy chain in single- and two-leg configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MLW-8-13 is suited to 7 mm (1-leg) or 6 mm (2-leg) alloy chain, with a body diameter (D) of 13 mm, internal length (L) of 110 mm, and internal width (B) of 60 mm. Its enlarged internal dimensions also allow the fitment of wire-rope thimbles for bridle rigging applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery link carries a Product Identification Code (PIC) for full material traceability, along with the size and manufacturer's mark. Each is individually proof tested to 2.5 times the Working Load Limit and is fatigue rated at 1.5× WLL over 20,000 cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-grade quenched and tempered alloy steel construction – Grade 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking Load Limit: 1.60 t (4:1 design factor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually proof tested to 2.5× WLL; certification supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Identification Code (PIC) stamped for full material traceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnlarged internal width and length suitable for use with wire-rope thimbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue rated at 1.5× WLL with 20,000-cycle test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559960289611,"sku":"ML8","price":9.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/ml8.jpg?v=1781214344"},{"product_id":"10mm-master-link","title":"10mm Master Link – Grade 80 Welded (MLW-8-18)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Grade 80 welded master link (model MLW-8-18) is an essential component for professional lifting and rigging applications. Manufactured from high-grade quenched and tempered alloy steel, it provides a reliable connection point between chain slings and the lifting hook or load — including offshore container lifting sets and multi-leg bridle configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach link carries a Product Identification Code (PIC) for full material traceability, along with the size and manufacturer's mark. The oblong profile offers a generous internal width and length, making it compatible with thimbles for use with larger wire ropes. Supplied with certification as standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-grade alloy steel — quenched and tempered, Grade 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking Load Limit (WLL): 3,150 kg (4:1 design factor for chain; 5:1 for wire rope)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually proof tested to 2.5× the Working Load Limit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue rated at 1.5× WLL with 20,000 cyclic test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePIC marking for full material traceability; supplied with certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger inside width and length for use with thimbles in bridle configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Ratchet Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559960322379,"sku":"ML10","price":13.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/9351\/2011\/files\/ml10.jpg?v=1781214347"},{"product_id":"13mm-master-link","title":"13mm Grade 80 Alloy Master Link (MLW-8-13) – WLL 1.60 Tonne","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Grade 80 alloy steel master link (model MLW-8-13) is an essential component for chain sling assemblies, connecting lifting chains or wire rope slings to a load or hook. 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