Calibrated stainless steel false link 8 pins 10 mm – code: 01.672.10 – Osculati

Calibrated stainless steel connecting link with 8 pins 10 mm Osculati (code 01.672.10)

The calibrated stainless steel connecting link Osculati is a component designed for the joining and management of the chain in nautical and onboard plant engineering contexts, where reliability, smoothness, and materials suitable for the marine environment are required. This version is made of AISI 316 stainless steel and adopts a structure with 8 retaining pins, solution indicated when a robust and stable connection between chain links is desired.

Being a jersey calibrated link for windlasses, it is designed to slide smoothly in the sprocket in a regular manner, helping to reduce the risk of jamming during maneuvers. It is a typical choice for maintenance, replacement, or configuration interventions of the chain/anchor line, when one wants to maintain a geometry consistent with windlass systems.

Features and construction details

Material: stainless steel AISI 316

The body of the connecting link is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, material commonly used in marine applications for its suitability in environments exposed to humidity and salt. The choice of stainless steel is particularly useful when the component works in contact with chain, sprocket, and deck accessories, where corrosion resistance is a practical requirement.

Structure with 8 retaining pins

The link uses a configuration with 8 pins, designed to offer a stable mechanical connection. This architecture is recommended when a reliable closure and good continuity of operation with the chain are desired, maintaining a profile suitable for passage through dedicated systems.

Calibrated for windlasses: smoothness in the sprocket

The distinctive feature of this connecting link is the calibration for windlasses: the geometry is designed to favor the sprocket sliding and to limit jamming situations. In practice, it is a component designed to integrate coherently with the chain, helping to maintain a smoother operation during hoisting and lowering.

Available sizes and data

• Chain diameter (Ø D): 10 mm
• Dimension A: 50.5 mm
• Dimension B: 35.5 mm
• Supplier code: 01.672.10
• Supplier: Osculati S.r.l.

Note: for a correct choice, always check the correspondence between the chain diameter, sprocket profile, and link geometry, especially when dealing with different types of chains.

Typical onboard applications

This false link is suitable for contexts where the chain must work with a windlass and where continuity of sliding is important. In the nautical field, it is commonly used as a connecting or restoring element of the chain line, particularly when an orderly configuration compatible with winch operation is desired.

When it can be useful

• Anchor line maintenance: replacement of a link or restoration of a chain section.
• Configuration interventions: joining chain segments coherently with use on sprocket.
• Operational management: when you want to reduce the likelihood of jamming during passage on the windlass.

Operational advantages

Smoother sliding in the windlass system

The calibration for winches is designed to promote smoother passage in the sprocket. This aspect is particularly relevant in repeated maneuvers, where the regularity of chain engagement and release contributes to a more orderly line management.

Material suitable for the marine environment

The use of AISI 316 stainless steel makes the component suitable for exposed installations, typical of the deck and chain locker. In a nautical context, material choice is a practical element to limit environment-related issues.

Structure with 8 pins

The presence of 8 retaining pins is a construction feature aimed at providing a stable connection. It is a useful detail when a component specifically designed to work with chain and winch is desired, without improvised solutions.

Usage and important notes

Checks before installation

• Compatibility with the chain: this version is indicated for Ø 10 mm. Verify that the installed chain is actually of the same diameter and type.
• Compatibility with the sprocket: check that the sprocket profile is suitable for calibrated chain and that the link maintains a consistent geometry during passage.
• Visual inspectionBefore commissioning, check the integrity of the component and correct assembly.

Good practices in operation

• Periodic inspection: in a marine environment, it is advisable to regularly check the chain and joining points.
• Cleaning and rinsing: after use, rinsing can help keep parts exposed to salt and residues cleaner.
• Controlled maneuvers: during hauling and lowering, maintain orderly chain management to promote correct engagement with the sprocket.

Product identification

Osculati product with code 01.672.10. Useful for reordering, spare parts requests, or alignment with technical specifications.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Is this master link suitable for a 10 mm chain?

Yes, this version is indicated for chains with a diameter (Ø D) of 10 mm. It is advisable to also check the type of chain and compatibility with the windlass sprocket.

What material is the master link made of?

It is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, a material commonly used in the nautical field for components exposed to the marine environment.

What does “calibrated for winches” mean?

It means that the geometry of the link is designed to work with windlass systems and to slide smoothly in the sprocket, helping to limit jamming during maneuvers.

How many retaining pins does this connecting link have?

The structure has 8 retaining pins, a design feature intended for a stable connection between chain sections.

What is the Osculati product code for this item?

The Osculati supplier code is 01.672.10, useful for identification and reordering.