Overview
The HKKChain #50 riveted solid bushing roller chain is engineered for reliable power transmission in industrial automation, material handling, and manufacturing environments. This ANSI standard chain combines heat-treated components with cold-forged solid bushings to deliver maximum working load capacity and extended service life. The riveted construction ensures the chain maintains mechanical integrity under continuous operation.
Key Features
- Solid bushings and rollers manufactured with shot-peened, heat-treated, and hardened components
- Riveted link construction for enhanced durability and fatigue resistance
- ANSI B29.1 compliant for standardized industrial applications
- Cold-forged solid bushings that retain cylindrical walls for precision engagement
- Wide side plates and full-chain lubrication for extended working life
- Approximately 98% drive efficiency with minimal friction loss
Technical Specifications
- Chain Size: #50
- Pitch: 5/8″ (0.625″)
- Material: Carbon steel with heat treatment
- Bushing Type: Solid, cold-forged
- Roller Type: Solid roller
- Ultimate Tensile Strength: 7,200 lbs (typical for single-strand #50 chain)
- Construction: Riveted links
- Standard Compliance: ANSI B29.1
- Link Plate Width: 0.4″
- Manufactured in: Japan
- Connecting Links: One full-strength connecting link supplied per 10 feet
Typical Applications
- Conveyor belt drive systems in food processing and packaging
- Material handling equipment and industrial lifting devices
- Power transmission in machinery automation and production lines
- Agricultural and construction equipment drive chains
- Motion control and mechanical drive systems requiring reliable power transfer
- Applications requiring ANSI standard compliance and long-term durability
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- All standard ANSI #50 chain sprockets (5/8″ pitch bore)
- Type A plain bore sprockets designed for #50 chain pitch
- Standard roller chain tensioners and guide systems
- Industrial drive systems designed for ANSI B29.1 chain specifications
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Other manufacturer #50 ANSI single-strand roller chains (verify pitch and bushing type)
- Standard #50 roller chains with similar 5/8″ pitch specifications
- Existing #50 chain installations requiring maintenance replacement
Works With
- ANSI B29.1 standard sprockets and power transmission equipment
- Standard roller chain connecting links (spring-clip type or cottered)
- Offset links (half links) for custom sizing applications
- Roller chain lubricants and maintenance systems
