CLGR® Drop Forged Stainless Steel Connecting Link US Type, also known as Connecting Link, Coupling Link, or Chain Connector, is designed for secure and reliable chain connections in demanding applications.
Manufactured from high-grade stainless steel 304 or 316 under strict quality control, this connecting link features a two-piece symmetrical design that allows easy assembly and disassembly. It is drop-forged and stamped for consistent strength and dimensional accuracy.
This versatile link is compatible with chain slings, master links, master link assemblies, shackles, and other rigging components of the same nominal size, making it an ideal solution for shortening chains or connecting multiple accessories in lifting and lashing systems.
Available in inch sizes: 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1", and 1-1/4". Custom configurations available upon request. Contact us for more details.
Brand | CLGR® |
Standard | Hammerlock chain connector meet US Federal Specification |
Material | Stainless steel Type 304 or 316 Connecting Link |
Processing | Drop Forged |
Finish | Polishing |
Size | 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4",7/8", 1", 1-1/4" |

Part No. | WEIGHT /lbs | WORKING LOAD LIMIT /lbs | BREAKING LOAD /lbs | A±1.5 | L±2.5 | K±2 | W±l | H±1 | C±0.2 | D±0.3 |
CRDFSSCLUS1/4 | 0.286 | 3500 | 14000 | 16.5 | 67 | 51 | 8 | 13 | 4 | 4 |
CRDFSSCLUS5/16 | 0.32 | 4500 | 18000 | 17 | 78.5 | 58.5 | 10 | 14.5 | 6 | 6.6 |
CRDFSSCLUS3/8 | 0.73 | 7100 | 28400 | 22 | 87.6 | 63.6 | 12 | 17 | 6.2 | 8.1 |
CRDFSSCLUS1/2 | 1.67 | 12000 | 48000 | 28.5 | 115.5 | 85.5 | 15 | 21.6 | 7.8 | 7.8 |
CRDFSSCLUS5/8 | 2.86 | 18100 | 72400 | 33 | 143 | 106 | 18.5 | 26 | 9.5 | 10 |
CRDFSSCLUS3/4 | 5 | 28300 | 113200 | 41 | 162 | 116 | 23 | 32 | 12 | 13 |
CRDFSSCLUS7/8 | 7.5 | 34200 | 136800 | 50.5 | 188.5 | 136.5 | 26 | 38 | 13 | 15.5 |
CRDFSSCLUS1 | 11.03 | 47700 | 190800 | 57 | 214.5 | 152.5 | 31 | 44 | 15 | 16.5 |
CRDFSSCLUS1/4 | 20.38 | 72300 | 289200 | 65 | 265 | 188.7 | 38 | 54 | 20 | 20 |