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CSUK chain has been developed and manufactured to the highest standards. Using years of experience combined with the latest technologies and next generation innovation, we've enhanced fatigue and wear life to meet the toughest of applications. Resulting in less downtime, more productivity and lower total cost of ownership CSUK Chain features: Solid Bush design Shot-peened plates Multi-stage plate holing Optimised interference fits Enhanced initial lubrication dynamic pre-loading
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Quickly compare this BS chain against a comparable ANSI option to choose the right fit for your machinery.
| Spec | 08B-2 X 5M - CSUK 1/2 Pitch BS Roller Chain Duplex 5 mtr BS | ASA 60H X89C - CSUK 3/4 Pitch ANSI Roller Chain Heavy Series Simplex 89 Pitch cut length c/w conn link ANSI |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | BS | ANSI |
| Measurement System | Metric (mm) | Imperial (inches) |
| Chain Pitch | — | — |
| Tensile Strength | — | — |
| Working Load Limit | — | — |
| Chain Type | Roller Chain | Roller Chain |
| Price | POA | POA |
Standard
BS
ANSI
Measurement System
BS
Metric (mm)
ANSI
Imperial (inches)
Chain Pitch
BS
—
ANSI
—
Tensile Strength
BS
—
ANSI
—
Working Load Limit
BS
—
ANSI
—
Chain Type
BS
Roller Chain
ANSI
Roller Chain
Price
BS
POA
ANSI
POA
Common on US-built and imported machinery; lighter construction, widely available worldwide.
Use this reference to understand the key differences between British Standard (BS) and American Standard (ANSI) roller chains. Not sure which you need? Our team can identify the correct standard from a sample or photograph.
| Specification | BS British Standard | ANSI American Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Governing Specification | ISO 606 (BS/DIN 8187) | ASME B29.1 (ANSI B29.1) |
| Measurement System | Metric (mm) | Imperial (inches) |
| Pitch Designations | 06B, 08B, 10B, 12B, 16B, 20B … | #25, #35, #40, #50, #60, #80 … |
| Example Pitch | 1/2" (12.7 mm) — 08B | 1/2" (12.7 mm) — #40 |
| Roller Diameter (1/2" pitch) | 8.25 mm | 7.92 mm (0.312") |
| Inner Width (1/2" pitch) | 7.75 mm | 7.92 mm (0.312") |
| Tensile Strength | Varies by size — 08B simplex ≈ 18 kN; marginally higher than ANSI for equivalent pitch due to larger rollers. | Varies by size — #40 simplex ≈ 17.6 kN (4,000 lbf); comparable to BS for equivalent pitch. |
| Pin Hardness | HRC 58–62 (case-hardened alloy steel) | HRC 58–62 (case-hardened alloy steel) |
| Plate Hardness | HRC 38–45 (through-hardened) | HRC 38–45 (through-hardened) |
| Typical Use | UK & European-built machinery | US-built & imported machinery |
| Stocked at CSUK | Yes — simplex, duplex & triplex | Yes — simplex, duplex & triplex |
Governing Specification
BS
ISO 606 (BS/DIN 8187)
ANSI
ASME B29.1 (ANSI B29.1)
Measurement System
BS
Metric (mm)
ANSI
Imperial (inches)
Pitch Designations
BS
06B, 08B, 10B, 12B, 16B, 20B …
ANSI
#25, #35, #40, #50, #60, #80 …
Example Pitch
BS
1/2" (12.7 mm) — 08B
ANSI
1/2" (12.7 mm) — #40
Roller Diameter (1/2" pitch)
BS
8.25 mm
ANSI
7.92 mm (0.312")
Inner Width (1/2" pitch)
BS
7.75 mm
ANSI
7.92 mm (0.312")
Tensile Strength
BS
Varies by size — 08B simplex ≈ 18 kN; marginally higher than ANSI for equivalent pitch due to larger rollers.
ANSI
Varies by size — #40 simplex ≈ 17.6 kN (4,000 lbf); comparable to BS for equivalent pitch.
Pin Hardness
BS
HRC 58–62 (case-hardened alloy steel)
ANSI
HRC 58–62 (case-hardened alloy steel)
Plate Hardness
BS
HRC 38–45 (through-hardened)
ANSI
HRC 38–45 (through-hardened)
Typical Use
BS
UK & European-built machinery
ANSI
US-built & imported machinery
Stocked at CSUK
BS
Yes — simplex, duplex & triplex
ANSI
Yes — simplex, duplex & triplex
Tensile strength and hardness are typical industrial values and vary by chain size and material grade. Both standards are manufactured from case-hardened alloy steel for maximum wear life.
Select two chain models to compare their technical specifications side by side — pitch, pin diameter, tensile strength and more.
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Installation Guide
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CSUK chain has been developed and manufactured to the highest standards. Using years of experience combined with the latest technologies and next generation innovation, we've enhanced fatigue and wear life to meet the toughest of applications. Resulting in less downtime, more productivity and lower total cost of ownership CSUK Chain features: Solid Bush design Shot-peened plates Multi-stage plate holing Optimised interference fits Enhanced initial lubrication dynamic pre-loading

CSUK chain has been developed and manufactured to the highest standards. Using years of experience combined with the latest technologies and next generation innovation, we've enhanced fatigue and wear life to meet the toughest of applications. Resulting in less downtime, more productivity and lower total cost of ownership CSUK Chain features: Solid Bush design Shot-peened plates Multi-stage plate holing Optimised interference fits Enhanced initial lubrication dynamic pre-loading

CSUK chain has been developed and manufactured to the highest standards. Using years of experience combined with the latest technologies and next generation innovation, we've enhanced fatigue and wear life to meet the toughest of applications. Resulting in less downtime, more productivity and lower total cost of ownership CSUK Chain features: Solid Bush design Shot-peened plates Multi-stage plate holing Optimised interference fits Enhanced initial lubrication dynamic pre-loading

CSUK chain has been developed and manufactured to the highest standards. Using years of experience combined with the latest technologies and next generation innovation, we've enhanced fatigue and wear life to meet the toughest of applications. Resulting in less downtime, more productivity and lower total cost of ownership CSUK Chain features: Solid Bush design Shot-peened plates Multi-stage plate holing Optimised interference fits Enhanced initial lubrication dynamic pre-loading
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