Anchor chain refers to the special chain that connects the anchor and the hull and transfers the anchor holding force. It is usually composed of anchor end link, middle link and end link. According to the structure of the chain link, it can be divided into two types: blocked anchor chain and non blocked anchor chain. The strength of the former is greater than that of the latter; According to the manufacturing method, the anchor chain can be divided into cast steel anchor chain and electric welding anchor chain. The length of anchor chain is in knots, and the standard length of each anchor chain is 27.5m. The internodes are connected by connecting links or connecting shackles. Generally, the chain length of the main anchor on each side of the 10000 ton ship is about 12 knots.
Process: welding, heat treatment, surface shot blasting, etc.