ASA Roller Chains

Features of ASA Roller Chains

• High Strength and Durability: The chains are built to withstand high tensile loads and frequent use. This makes them suitable for heavy-duty applications where reliability is critical.
• Efficiency: The rolling action of the rollers on the sprocket teeth reduces friction, which minimises power loss and wear. This increases the overall efficiency of the power transmission system.
• Versatility: ASA roller chains come in a wide range of sizes and configurations, including single, double, and triple-strand options. This versatility allows them to be adapted for different power requirements and space constraints.
• Standardisation: The ANSI standards ensure that chains and sprockets from different manufacturers are interchangeable, simplifying replacement and maintenance.

Brands We Stock for ASA Roller Chains

Challenge

• Manufacturing Excellence: Challenge ASA roller chains are produced using high-quality materials to ensure durability and reliability. They are designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial and agricultural machinery.
• Dimensional Accuracy: Their chains are manufactured to tight tolerances, which is crucial for proper engagement with sprockets and for minimising wear.
• Availability: Like their other product lines, Challenge’s ASA chains are readily available in various sizes and configurations.

Dunlop

• Broad Range: Dunlop offers a wide selection of ASA roller chains, from simplex (single) to duplex (double) and triplex (triple) strands, to meet different power transmission needs.
• High Tensile Strength: Their chains are built to deliver high power and reliable performance, with a focus on meeting or exceeding minimum tensile strength requirements.
• Nickel Plated Options: For demanding applications where a higher level of corrosion resistance is needed, Dunlop provides options like nickel-plated ASA chains.

Renold

• Precision Engineering: Renold’s ASA chains benefit from the same high-quality manufacturing processes as their other products. This includes features designed to enhance wear resistance and fatigue life.
• Advanced Features: Renold’s ASA chains are engineered with features like ball-drifted plate holes and shot peening, which help to increase the chain’s dynamic load capability and reduce the risk of fatigue failure.
• Durability: The use of solid extruded bushings and rollers contributes to superior wear resistance and a longer working life.

Tsubaki

• Industry Leader: Tsubaki is often at the forefront of chain technology. Their ASA roller chains are known for their high quality, durability, and a focus on specialized solutions.
• Enhanced Performance: Tsubaki chains are designed with features like higher fatigue strength and tensile strength compared to standard chains.
• Specialty Solutions: Tsubaki is a great choice for specific, challenging environments. They offer chains with unique properties, such as corrosion-resistant ASA chains made from precipitation-hardened stainless steel, and their renowned Lambda series, which is a self-lubricating option for maintenance-free applications.

Applications of ASA Roller Chains

Due to their strength and efficiency, ASA roller chains are used in countless applications across various industries, including:

• Industrial Machinery: Powering conveyors, printing presses, and packaging equipment.
• Agriculture: Driving components in tractors, harvesters, and other farm machinery.
• Heavy Equipment: Used in construction and mining equipment.
• Transportation: Found in motorcycles, bicycles, and even escalators.

Order Your ASA Roller Chains with Bearing Depot

Bearing Depot provides a comprehensive selection of ASA roller chains from leading brands such as Challenge, Dunlop, Renold, and Tsubaki. By offering products from these reputable manufacturers, we ensure you receive chains that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.