BS ISO 1834:1999

1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Dimensions
      4.1 Material diameter
      4.2 Other link dimensions
5 Material, heat treatment and manufacture
      5.1 Material
      5.2 Heat treatment
      5.3 Manufacture
      5.4 Surface condition
      5.5 Manufacturing proof force (MPF)
      5.6 Links inserted in the course of
             manufacture
      5.7 Breaking force (BF) and total ultimate
             elongation (A)
      5.8 Bend
6 Test requirements
      6.1 Condition of chain tested
      6.2 Selection of samples
      6.3 Static tensile test
      6.4 Bend test
      6.5 Acceptance criteria
      6.6 Re-tests
7 Marking
      7.1 Grade marking
      7.2 Additional marking
8 Manufacturer's certificate
Annex A (normative) Requirements for chain testing
                    machines
Bibliography

Defines general conditions of acceptance for electrically welded round steel short link chain for lifting purposes. Fine tolerance chain used for chain hoists and other lifting appliances, and medium tolerance chain used in chain slings and for general lifting purposes, are also included.