Lewmar Contactor Guide

Calibrated Chain – Break Load, Weight and Volume Guide

Jimmy Green Marine stocks thousands of metres of Calibrated Anchor Chain, including: Hot Dip Galvanised: Grade 40 from MF Catenificio and Grade 40 from Lofrans DAMS Grade 70 High Strength from MF Catenificio DAMS Stainless Steel: Grade Grade 40 G4 from William Hackett  cromox® Grade 60 G6 and Grade 60 G6 PLUS (A318L) from Ketten Walder … Continued

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How to Establish The Correct Anchor Chain Calibration

The simplest way to check that you are buying the correct calibration is to measure your existing chain, providing that it fits correctly. How to Measure Anchor Chain We measure ten links because, in practice, it is difficult to measure one link accurately enough. The links should be laid out flat and pulled tight. Measure … Continued

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Calibrated Anchor Chain – General Information

Calibrated means that each link is manufactured to the same dimensions within a given tolerance. Windlass gypsys are generally designed and manufactured to be compatible with a given size and calibration of chain. When the dimensions are close but not a direct match, it can be difficult to detect without a practical trial. The problem … Continued

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Calibrated Anchor Chain Quality Control

World renowned chain manufacturers Jimmy Green Marine policy is to purchase G3 Grade 40, G6, G6+ and Grade 70 calibrated chain from world renowned brands and manufacturers: MF Catenificio Frigerio, Lofrans, Titan, cromox and William Hackett Ltd. Accountability Every single length of chain purchased by Jimmy Green Marine is marked and recorded with the supplier, … Continued

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