Marine Anchor Chains and Mooring Chains

Different types of mooring anchors for boats, docks, pontoons, buoys and marine mooring systems. Anchor type, size, weight and surface treatment can be selected according to project requirements.

Marine Anchor Chains for Different Mooring Applications

YT Marine manufactures marine anchor chains and mooring chains for vessels, docks, buoys and offshore mooring systems. Chain type, diameter, grade, surface treatment, accessories and testing requirements can be selected according to project specifications.

Black painted marine anchor chain for vessel dock buoy and offshore mooring systems
Black painted marine anchor chains for mooring and anchoring applications.
Galvanized marine mooring chain detail for anchor and mooring applications
Galvanized marine mooring chain detail with surface treatment for marine applications.

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Quick Information About Marine Anchor Chains

Marine anchor chains and mooring chains are selected according to chain diameter, grade, chain type, test load, mooring arrangement and project application. YT Marine manufactures anchor chains, offshore mooring chains and related chain accessories according to project requirements.

Marine anchor chains and mooring chains can also be reviewed together with our marine deck and mooring equipment when buyers need anchors, chains, shackles, gratings or supporting deck products for the same vessel, dock, buoy or offshore mooring project.

Product Type

Marine Anchor Chain / Mooring Chain

Common Names

Ship Chain / Anchor Chain / Stud Link Chain / Mooring Chain

Chain Types

Stud Link Chain / Studless Chain / Offshore Mooring Chain

Diameter Range

According to Project Requirement

Accessories

Kenter Shackle / Swivel / End Link / Joining Shackle

Applications

Vessels, docks, buoys and offshore mooring systems

Chain diameter, grade, length, test load, surface treatment and connection accessories can be confirmed according to project drawings or mooring specifications.

Key Features of Marine Anchor Chains

Marine anchor chains and mooring chains are selected according to chain diameter, grade, chain type, test load, surface treatment and mooring arrangement. YT Marine manufactures anchor chains and related accessories for vessels, docks, buoys and offshore mooring systems.

Chain Type Selection

Stud link chains, studless chains and offshore mooring chains can be selected according to project requirements.

Diameter and Grade Options

Chain diameter, grade and length can be confirmed according to anchor type, mooring load and project specifications.

Surface Treatment

Black painted, galvanized or custom coating options can be selected according to marine environment and project requirements

Test Load Reference

Proof load, breaking load and testing requirements can be confirmed according to chain diameter, grade and applicable standards.

Chain Accessories

Kenter shackles, swivels, end links, joining shackles and other connection accessories can be matched if required.

Project-Based Arrangement

Final chain layout, joining form and connection details can be confirmed according to drawings or mooring specifications.

Anchor Chain Arrangement and Connection Layout

Anchor chain arrangement and connection layout vary according to anchoring method, vessel type and mooring system design. Different assemblies may include common links, enlarged links, end links, swivels, Kenter shackles, joining shackles and anchor swivel shackles. The drawings below show typical anchor chain arrangements and common joining forms between anchor ends and locker ends.

Arrangement of anchor chain showing typical chain layout and connection sequence for marine anchoring systems
Joining Forms J.S to anchor and locker ends showing typical anchor chain connection layouts
Joining Forms K.S to anchor and locker ends showing typical anchor chain connection layouts

Common Anchor Chain Components and Connection Accessories

Anchor chain systems are made up of different links, shackles, swivels and other connection accessories. According to the mooring arrangement and project requirement, chafe chain assemblies and connection details can also be configured accordingly. The following drawings show common anchor chain components and typical chafe chain forms for marine mooring applications.

Technical drawings of common anchor chain components and connection accessories including common link, enlarged link, end link, studless link, swivel, Kenter shackle, joining shackle, anchor swivel shackle, triangle plate and round link
Common Anchor Chain Components
marine chafe chain connection drawings
Chafe Chain Connection Forms

Anchor Chain Test Load and Reference Data

The following reference tables show test load data for marine anchor chains, offshore mooring chains, studless chains and related accessories. Final chain diameter, grade, proof load, breaking load and certificate requirements should be confirmed according to project specifications.

Need Anchor Chain and Mooring Chain Assemblies?

Send us your required chain size, grade, test load, arrangement type and accessories. YT Marine can manufacture anchor chains, mooring chains, shackles, swivels and connection assemblies according to marine project requirements.

Manufacturing and Inspection Process

Anchor chain manufacturing includes cutting, heating, bending, flash butt welding, trimming, stud setting, heat treatment, tensile testing, shot blasting, NDT inspection, painting and final delivery. Each production step is controlled according to chain size, grade, test load and project requirements.

Anchor chain cutting and heating process before bending and forming
Step 1–2 Cutting and Heating
anchor chain tensile testing proces
Step 3–4 Bending and Flash Butt Welding
anchor chain trimming stud setting process
Step 5–6 Trimming and Stud Setting
Anchor chain heat treatment process for marine mooring chain production
Step 7 Heat Treatment
Marine anchor chain tensile testing process for strength verification before delivery
Step 8 Tensile Testing
Anchor chain shot blasting and non-destructive testing inspection process for marine mooring chain production
Step 9–10 Shot Blasting and NDT Inspection
Marine anchor chain manufacturing process showing painting, loading and final delivery after inspection
Step 11–13 Painting, Packing and Delivery

Anchor Chain Gallery

Real product photos of marine mooring anchors manufactured for different boat, dock, pontoon, buoy and mooring system applications. Anchor type, weight, surface treatment and connection details can be confirmed according to project requirements.

FAQ About Marine Anchor Chains

What types of marine anchor chains can YT Marine manufacture?

YT Marine manufactures marine anchor chains in different sizes, grades and link types, including stud link anchor chains, studless chains, galvanized anchor chains, black painted anchor chains and customized chain assemblies for marine mooring projects.

The suitable chain size and grade depend on the vessel type, anchor weight, working load, mooring arrangement and project standard. If you can provide the chain diameter, grade, length, drawings or application details, our team can help confirm the suitable specification.

Yes. Anchor chains can be manufactured and assembled according to required length, diameter, grade and end connection requirements. We can also manufacture chain assemblies with shackles, plates, rings or other customized connection accessories.

Common surface treatments include black painting, hot-dip galvanizing and electric galvanizing. The final surface treatment can be selected according to the marine environment, corrosion resistance requirement and project budget.

Yes. Certificates and inspection documents can be arranged according to project requirements. For certified anchor chains, please confirm the required standard, grade, testing requirement or classification society before production.

Please provide the chain diameter, grade, total length, quantity, surface treatment, required fittings, certificate requirement and destination port. Photos or drawings are helpful if the chain assembly has special connection details.

Need Marine Anchor Chains for Your Project?

YT Marine manufactures marine anchor chains in different diameters, grades, lengths and surface treatments. Send us your required chain size, grade, length, quantity, fittings and certificate requirements, and our team will help confirm the suitable specification for your project.

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