The chain saddle ring gives a chain bridle, length adjustment capabilities in each chain leg. It aids the rigger in placing the lifting point over the center of gravity so the load will lift in a level manner. The Saddle Ring has found favor with millwrights for moving machinery in factories
Allows Adjustment of Chain Reach
No more bent link because they are supported with the saddle. More versatile than a two-leg or quad adjustable chain sling.
| System | Chain Size Inches | Single Branch Sling 90 degree Loading | Double Sling
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Chain Size Inches | Triple and Quadruple Sling
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| 10 | 9/32 | 4,300 | 7,400 | 6,100 | 4,300 | 9/32 | 11,200 | 9,100 | 6,450 |
| 10 | 3/8 | 8,800 | 15,200 | 12.400 | 8,800 | 3/8 | 22,800 | 18,600 | 13,200 |
| 10 | 1/2 | 15,000 | 26,000 | 21,200 | 15,000 | 1/2 | 39,000 | 31,800 | 22,500 |
| 10 | 5/8 | 22,600 | 39,100 | 32,000 | 22,600 | 5/8 | 58,700 | 47,900 | 33,900 |
| 10 | 3/4 | 35,300 | 61,100 | 49,900 | 35,300 | 3/4 | 91,700 | 74,900 | 53,000 |
