Lifting Chain Links

Lifting Chain Links — G80 & G100 Alloy Steel Lifting Links

Lifting chain links are safety-critical rigging components that join lengths of Grade 80 and Grade 100 alloy lifting chain and connect chain legs to master links, hooks, and shackles. AIMS Industrial stocks lifting chain links from Austlift, Beaver, and Yoke — G80 and G100 alloy steel connecting links, omega links, oval master links, clevis end pinlocks, and shortening clutches — all manufactured and tested to Australian Standard AS 3775.

Lifting Chain Links We Stock

G80 Alloy Steel Connecting Links

Grade 80 (G80) connecting links join G80 lifting chain and assemble multi-leg chain sling configurations. The connecting link WLL matches the chain WLL — the connected link is not a weak point in a correctly assembled chain sling. We stock the Austlift G80 Large Master Link SD Type and Beaver Grade 80 Oblong Link for single and multi-leg sling applications.

G100 Alloy Steel Connecting Links

Grade 100 (G100) connecting links provide higher WLL than G80 in the same chain size — allowing higher loads with smaller, lighter chain assemblies. Required when upgrading from G80 to G100 chain. We stock the Austlift Master Link G100 Alloy Steel and Yoke G100 Clevis End Pin Lock and Yoke G100 Master Link for high-capacity chain sling assemblies.

Oval Master Links (Master Rings)

Oval master links join multiple chain legs at the top of a multi-leg chain sling — providing a single connection point to the hook or hoist. Rated WLL must equal or exceed the combined leg capacity for the specified number of legs and sling angle. The Yoke G80 Master Link Coupling and Beaver Grade 80 Multi-Leg Oblong Master Link cover a wide range of assembly configurations.

Clevis End Pinlocks & Omega Links

Clevis end pinlocks and omega links connect chain legs to other rigging hardware with a positive-locking pin closure — preventing accidental disconnection under load. The Yoke G80 Clevis End Pinlock and Yoke G80 Omega Link provide secure, rated connection points throughout the sling assembly.

Shortening Clutches

Shortening clutches (grab hooks) allow rapid sling leg length adjustment by gripping a chain link — enabling the sling configuration to be adjusted on-site without re-assembly. Available in G80 and G100 ratings.

Lifting Chain Link Compliance Guide

AS 3775 Marking

All lifting chain links sold in Australia must be individually proof-tested and marked with working load limit, grade (G80/G100), and identification traceability per AS 3775. Do not use unmarked or unidentified chain links in lifting applications.

Periodic Inspection

Lifting chain links must be inspected before each use for cracks, gouges, and deformation, and formally inspected by a competent person at regular intervals under AS 4991. Links with visible cracks, deformation, or wear marks exceeding specified limits must be removed from service.

WLL vs Breaking Load

G80 and G100 lifting chain links are rated at a minimum 4:1 safety factor — the proof load is 2× WLL and breaking load is typically 4× WLL. Never use the proof load or breaking load as a working load — these are test and safety values only.

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Also see our lifting equipment, shackles, hooks, and chain blocks for complementary rigging and lifting products.