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2. Roller chain - Wikipedia

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   An example of two 'ghost' sprockets tensioning a triplex roller chain system. Roller chains are used in low- to mid-speed drives at around 600 to 800 feet per minute; however, at higher speeds, around 2,000 to 3,000 feet per minute, V-belts are normally used due to wear and noise issues. A bicycle chain is a form of roller

3. Gunter's chain - Wikipedia

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   7.92 in. metric (SI) units. 200 mm. Gunter's chain (also known as Gunter's measurement) is a distance-measuring device used for surveying. It was designed and introduced in 1620 by English clergyman and mathematician Edmund Gunter (1581–1626). It enabled plots of land to be accurately surveyed and plotted, for legal and commercial purposes.

4. Chain (unit) - Wikipedia

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   The chain (abbreviated ch) is a unit of length equal to 66 feet (22 yards ), used in both the US customary and Imperial unit systems. It is subdivided into 100 links. [1] [2] There are 10 chains in a furlong, and 80 chains in one statute mile. [2] In metric terms, it is 20.1168 m long. [2] By extension, chainage (running distance) is the ...

5. Link (unit) - Wikipedia

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   The link (usually abbreviated as "l.", "li." or "lnk."), sometimes called a Gunter’s link, is a unit of length formerly used in many English-speaking countries. In US customary units modern definition, the link is exactly 66100 of a US survey foot, [1] or exactly 7.92 inches or approximately 20.12 cm. The unit is based on Gunter's chain, a ...

6. Bicycle chain - Wikipedia

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   Bicycle chain. Roller chain and sprocket. A bicycle chain is a roller chain that transfers power from the pedals to the drive- wheel of a bicycle, thus propelling it. Most bicycle chains are made from plain carbon or alloy steel, but some are nickel-plated to prevent rust, or simply for aesthetics.

7. Master link - Wikipedia

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   A master link or quick-release link is a roller chain accessory that allows convenient connection and disconnection of a chain without the need for a chain tool. [1] It acts as a set of the chain's outer plates, so joining two sets of the chain's inner plate ends. Such master links may or may not be re-usable. [2]