Apex Tools Group Llc 510526 Grade 70 Transport Chain 5/16 in

Product Description

The APEX TOOLS GROUP LLC 510526 is a Grade 70 transport chain supplied in a 50-foot pail, sized at 5/16 inches. Manufactured from heat-treated carbon steel with a zinc electroplate and yellow chromate conversion coating finish, this chain is engineered for heavy-duty load securing applications. It is proof tested at the factory and complies with Department of Transportation regulations for use in commercial transport and hauling operations. The yellow chromate finish provides corrosion resistance for extended field service. Hallmarking on the chain reads C7 or M7, confirming Grade 70 certification for load binding use.

This chain is intended for load binding, towing, and logging applications where DOT-compliant tie-down equipment is required. It is suited for use by truckers, riggers, logging crews, and heavy equipment operators working in commercial freight, agriculture, and forestry environments. The 50-foot pail format makes it practical for fleet shops and job sites where chain is dispensed and cut to length as needed. This chain must not be used for overhead lifting under any circumstances.

Key Features

• Grade 70 rating meets DOT transport chain standards for load securement
• Heat-treated carbon steel construction for high tensile strength and durability
• Zinc electroplate with yellow chromate conversion coating for corrosion resistance
• Proof tested at the factory before shipment
• Hallmarked C7 or M7 for field identification and compliance verification
• 50-foot pail format for convenient dispensing and on-site cutting

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard Grade 70 transport chain fittings, hooks, and binders compliant with DOT load securement regulations. Not rated for overhead lifting applications.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by qualified riggers or transport professionals familiar with DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration load securement regulations. Always inspect chain links for wear, deformation, or corrosion before each use. Do not use this chain for overhead lifting under any circumstances. Verify that all connecting hardware such as hooks and binders is rated equal to or greater than the working load limit of the chain.