Selection Guide  Drive chain

Roller chains with greatly improved transmission capacity provide higher performance required for each individual size


Reduced maintenance man-hours
Helps reduce maintenance man-hours, thereby improving working conditions and productivity.
High strength & transfer capacity
Provides a larger transmission capacity, allowable load and tensile strength than the RS Roller Chain, allowing for the use of models 1 to 2 sizes smaller.
Use in corrosion environments
Environment-resistant chain can be used in various conditions.
Use in special applications
Chains are specialized for each specific application.
 
 
 
 
Lambda chain
Standard type
Long life Lambda chain
Longer life
Surface treated Lambda chain
Environment resistance
Lambda Chain cold resistant series
Use in low temperature atmosphere
Lambda chain KF series
Use in high temperature
Heavy duty Lambda chain
Highly durable
BS Lambda chain
BS standards
Curved Lambda chain
Curved drive
 
 
 
 

The inner and outer plates have a black oxide coating, giving the chains slight corrosion resistance and a premium touch. Compatible with the RS Roller Chain by using 1 size thicker inner plates to have the same tensile strength and maximum allowable tens

  1. Size :RS40~RS160
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~150℃
 
 
 
 

Long-life Lambda Chain has a significantly increased chain wear resistance due to the oil-impregnated felt seals. Suitable when less frequency of replacement is required than current models of Lambda Chain. Compatible with Lambda Chain, but with a longer

  1. Size :RS40~RS120
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
 
 
 
 

NP Series: The plates and rollers are specially nickel-plated for some level of corrosion resistance.
NEP Series: The plates have three-layered special surface treatment, and the rollers are specially coated to improve corrosion resistance.
*For NEP Series, the pins are specially plated and the bushes are made of sintered metal.

  1. Size :RS40~RS160
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~150℃
 
 
 
 

The new KF Series has been developed by unifying specifications of heat-resistant Lambda Chain and Lambda Chain for food handling machinery.
The bush is impregnated with special lubricant certified by NSF-H1 standards, enabling use in a wide temperatur

  1. Size :RS40~RS80
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~230℃
 
 
 
 

Ensures the same strength as RS Roller Chain even with double strand specifications by using one size thicker outer and inner plates. The NP Series heavy-duty Lambda Chain is also available, whose plates and rollers are specially nickel-plated for some le

  1. Size :RS40~RS100
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~150℃
 
 
 
 

This Lambda Chain conforms to the ISO606 B Series. Existing BS type chains can be replaced with this chain. Specially-shaped pins are used for single-strand RS08B to16B for "easy cutting and connecting".

  1. Size :RF06B~RS24B
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~150℃
 
 
 
 

With the unique pin and bush construction and large clearance between the plates, this roller chain can sideflex greatly. RS type sprockets can easily be used for curved drives.

  1. Size :RS40~RS60
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~150℃
 
 
 
 

Can be used in lower temperature atmosphere than standard Lambda chain

From -30℃ to 150℃, it can be used with the same transmission capacity as standard Lambda chain.

  1. Size :RS40~RS100
  2. Operating temperature :-30℃~150℃
  3. Application :Low temperature atmosphere such as cold regions, freezing and cold storage warehouses. No lubrication required.

Related products :Cold resistant roller chain

 
 
 
 
Super chain
High transmission capacity and shock absorption
General use roller chain: 100
Max. allowable load 140
Min. tensile strength 109
Elastic elongation 90
RS-HT chain
High tensile strength
General use roller chain: 100
Max. allowable load 109
Min. tensile strength 119
Elastic elongation 95
Super-H chain
Higher allowable tension and shock absorption than the Super Chain, plus greater tensile strength than RS-HT Chain.
General use roller chain: 100
Max. allowable load 162
Min. tensile strength 123
Elastic elongation 85
Ultra Super chain
The highest allowable tension, tensile strength and shock absorption in Tsubaki's range
General use roller chain: 100
Max. allowable load 162
Min. tensile strength 144
Elastic elongation 85
 
 
 
 

・High transfer capacity and shock absorption capabilities allow for the use of one size smaller model than RS Roller Chain.

・Fatigue strength is 40% higher than RS Roller Chain

  1. Size :RS80~RS240
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: steel processing equipment, automobile manufacturing facilities, environmental devices, farm machinery, etc.
 
 
 
 

・Provides high tensile strength. (up 19% compared to RS Roller Chain)

・Suitable for low-frequent hanging applications and drives in low speed at 50m/min or less.

  1. Size :RS60~RS240
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: metal processing facilities, forestry, construction machines, etc.
 
 
 
 

・High fatigue strength.

・Provides high tensile strength.

  1. Size :RS80~RS240
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: construction machinery, automotive production facilities, ceramic engineering, steel processing equipment, farm machinery, etc.
 
 
 
 

・Has the highest fatigue strength.

・Boasts the greatest tensile strength.

  1. Size :RF100~RF240
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: construction machinery, mining machinery, iron and steel processing equipment, environmental devices, etc.
 
 
 
 
Stainless steel series
Corrosion, chemical & heat resistance
The specification uses stainless steel chain, utilizing the characteristics of the material.
Surface treated series
Corrosion & weather resistance
Rust preventive coating is applied while taking advantage of the steel material's strength.
Plastic & SUS hybrid
Corrosion resistance & lube free
Engineering plastic and stainless steel combine to deliver lube-free, long-life chain for clean operation.
Special (material) chain
Special environments
Using special materials, specialty chains can be used under special conditions.
 
 
 
 

・Roller Chain using 18-8 stainless steel.

・Can be used in water or in acidic, alkali, or other corrosive environments,

  1. Size :RS11~RS240
  2. Operating temperature :-20℃~400℃
  3. Applications: wet, chemical and sanitary environments

・Chain made of 13Cr stainless steel for pins, bushes and rollers.

・Longer life than SS series. (In-house test results)

・1.8x the maximum allowable load of SS Series.

  1. Size :RS40~RS80
  2. Operating temperature :-20℃~150℃
  3. Applications: Atmosphere that requires corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, sanitary.

・18-8 stainless steel is used for this Roller Chain.

・Provides superior corrosion resistance than the SS Series

  1. Size :RS25~RS80
  2. Operating temperature :-20℃~400℃
  3. Applications: wet, chemical, sanitary, non-magnetic environments, stress corrosion cracking (brittle fracture) resistance

■Typical industries

Food, medical, weak electric/semiconductor, and packaging machinery industries, use in furnaces

 
 
 
 

・This nickel-plated RS Roller Chain is pleasing to the eye

・Offers a certain level of corrosion resistance

  1. Size :RS25~RS240
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: wet environments
    * Same allowable tension as steel chain (80-100%)

・With the pins, bushes and plates applied with special three-layer coating, and the specially-coated rollers, this series provides high corrosion resistance. Conforms to the RoHS directive.

  1. Size :RS35~RS160
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: wet environments
    * Same allowable tension as steel chain (80-100%)

・The pin has a special surface treatment

・Protects the pins from pitting corrosion when used outdoors or in coastal areas

  1. Size :RS80~RS240
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: Outdoor use, use in coastal and riverside areas.
    * Provides the same allowable tension as steel chain

■Typical industries

Steel, steel manufacturing, and non-ferrous metal industries, containers, cranes, outdoor conveyors, washing machines

 
 
 
 

・The pins and outer plates are made of 18-8 stainless steel, and the inner links engineering plastic

・Features a sophisticated look, light body and lube-free operation

・Also comes in super chemical resistant specifications (PC-SY) in addition to the standard package (PC)

  1. Size :RS25~RS60
  2. Operating temperature :-20℃~80℃
  3. Applications: Sanitary, lube-free operation, applications requiring weight savings

■Typical industries

Pharmaceutical, medical, amusement machine, paper, and printing machine industries, business machines & office automation equipment

 
 
 
 

・This chain is made of titanium. Suitable for applications where the chain comes in contact with sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, strong alkali, chlorine water, etc.

  1. Size :RS35、RS40
  2. Operating temperature :-20℃~400℃
  3. Applications: Environments subject to water and chemical, non-magnetic, weight saving, resistance to stress corrosion cracking (brittle fracture )

・Can be used in lower temperatures than RS Roller Chain.

・From -40℃ to 60℃, maximum allowable load is the same as that of a general-use drive chain.

  1. Size :RS35~RS160
  2. Operating temperature :-40℃~60℃
  3. Application :Low temperature atmosphere such as cold regions, freezing and cold storage warehouses.

Related products :Lambda Chain cold resistant series

・Tsubaki's original spring rollers used in this chain ease the chain and sprocket impact noise, delivering lower noise levels.

  1. Size :RS40~RS80
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
  3. Applications: improved working environments through lower-noise operation in factories providing low-noise function for the equipment

■Typical industries

Battery and freezer industries, use in cold climates, chemical cleaning, and light electrical industries

 
 
 
 
Curved chain
Curved drive
Leaf chain
Hanging application
Pin gear attachment chain
Pin gear drive
 
 
 
 

Offers large lateral bending due to the special pin and bush construction, and the large clearance between the plates.

  1. Size :RS40~RS80
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
 
 
 
 

This chain consists simply of link plates and pins. Widely used for hanging applications of forklifts, etc.

・There are two types available: AL type for light loads, and BL type for heavy loads. Each has different dimensions and link plate configurations.

・Requires special brackets and pulleys

  1. Size :AL422~AL1666 BL423~BL1646
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃
 
 
 
 

Attachment chain and special sprockets are used instead of rack and pinion gears, allowing for pin gear drives.

・The chain's attachments are used to wind the chain around the drum's inner/outer periphery using bolts, and to install the chain linearly.

・The mounting bolts must be heat treated

・Special sprockets are available

  1. Size :RS40~RS240 RF320-T RF400-T
  2. Operating temperature :-10℃~60℃