| Test
Conditions: |
| Chain
Tested: |
NM720-CS,
6" Pitch
20 links, 10' total |
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| Testing
Procedure: |
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NRG
NM-720S chain links were tested using twenty (20) links per test assembly
. The links are attached to the test fixture so load was applied to
the outside barrel. A 250 lb. preload was applied and then the Load
was applied at a constant crosshead speed of 0.2 inches per minute
until failure. |
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Setup |
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| Test
Results: |
| Strand
No. |
PSI
x Factor |
Ultimate
Load |
| Strand
No. 1 |
1580
x 4.13 |
6,525 |
| Strand
No. 2 |
1500
x 4.13 |
6,195 |
| Strand
No. 3 |
1500
x 4.13 |
6,195 |
| Strand
No. 4 |
1520
x 4.13 |
6,278 |
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