Safety Chain Holder

Safety Chain Holder are used on trailers up to 3.5t.

The safety chain holder must be welded on its entire length, top and bottom or at least 110mm. There is no requirement to weld the vertical parts of the holder.

How to select the correct size dee shackles can be found on this link.

The safety chain is required to be attached to the trailer via a hammerlock or have a chain link welded on the horizontal on the chassis rail. A short link galvanised safety chain connects a hammerlock to this versatile safety chain holder.

Chain sizes

• One x 10mm chain is required on trailers up to 2.5t and
• two x 13mm chain holders are required for trailers up to 3.5t.

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Galvanised safety chain is stamped with its rating every 4 links.

The most comprehensive legislation regarding the safety chain can be found here.

Further, check your breakaway lanyard when hooking up your safety chains.

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