U.s. Tsubaki RS08BSSOL Offset Link 1/2 in Pitch Iso 08B

Product Description

The U.S. TSUBAKI RS08BSSOL is a stainless steel offset link designed for British Standard single strand roller chain with a 1/2 inch pitch. Offset links - also called half links - allow technicians to adjust chain length by an odd number of pitches without requiring a masterlink or additional full link. This link conforms to ISO number 08B and features a 0.335 inch roller diameter and 0.335 inch pin diameter. It is suited for light-duty power transmission and conveyor applications where corrosion resistance is a priority. Installation is typically performed by maintenance technicians and millwrights during chain assembly or length adjustment procedures.

This offset link is intended for use with British Standard single strand roller chain at 1/2 inch pitch, conforming to ISO 08B specifications. Applications include food processing conveyors, packaging equipment, marine machinery, chemical handling systems, and other environments where exposure to moisture, mild chemicals, or washdown conditions makes stainless steel preferable to carbon steel chain hardware. Single strand configuration limits use to standard single-row chain assemblies.

Key Features

• 1/2 inch pitch matches ISO 08B British Standard single strand chain dimensions
• Stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in wet or chemically active environments
• 0.335 inch roller diameter and 0.335 inch pin diameter for proper engagement with 08B chain
• Single strand design for standard single-row roller chain assemblies
• Offset link format allows odd-increment chain length adjustment without full inner-outer link pairs

Compatibility

Designed for use with British Standard single strand roller chain at 1/2 inch pitch, ISO number 08B.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified maintenance technicians or millwrights. Relieve all tension and de-energize the drive system completely before opening or modifying the chain. Use proper chain tools for pin installation and removal - avoid hammer-only methods that can damage pin bores or deform link plates. Verify that the offset link pitch and strand count match the existing chain before assembly.