DUROCHAIN 212B Connecting Link
Carbon Steel Chains
| Features | Premium/Premier | General Duty Plus | Economy Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid Bushings | Split Bushings in most cases | Split Bushings | |
| Solid Rollers | |||
| Through-Hardened Pins | Case-Hardened Pins | Heat-Treated Pins | |
| Case-Hardened Rollers | Heat-Treated in Some Chains | ||
| Case-Hardened Bushings | Heat-Treated in Some Chains | ||
| Wide Contour Plates | Standard Contour Plates | Standard Contour Plates | |
| Superior Pin to Plate Contact | |||
| High-Hold Riveting | Standard Dual-Stake Rivets | Standard Dual-Stake Rivets | |
| Factory Pre-Loading | Not Standard on Economy Chains | ||
| Specific Heat-Treatment on Every Component | Some Components Might be Heat-Treated | ||
| Premium Alloy & Carbon Materials | High-Quality Carbon Materials | Standard-Quality Carbon Materials | |
| Shot-Peened Components | Non Shot-Peened Components | Non Shot-Peened Components | |
| High-Precision Components | Standard Precision Components | Low Precision Components | |
| Conforms to ANSI B29.1 or ISO/DIN Standards |
Experience the DUROCHAIN Difference
DUROCHAIN Premium #212B Connecting Links are made for specific use with #212B double-pitch metric roller chain. Also commonly referred to as master links, these connecting links are precision manufactured for secure installation, accurate fitment, and dependable performance when joining two sections of compatible chain.
Each DUROCHAIN #212B connecting link is manufactured from premium carbon steel with hardened high-strength pins, precision-prepared sideplates, unique rivets, and a high-strength cotter pin retainer. These carefully manufactured components help improve wear resistance, holding power, fatigue strength, and long-term link reliability in demanding applications.
Commonly used in conveyor systems, material handling equipment, packaging machinery, agricultural equipment, industrial machinery, and general OEM applications, DUROCHAIN #212B connecting links help maintain reliable double-pitch chain performance where strength and durability matter most.
DUROCHAIN Premium #212B Connecting Link Features

Hardened High-Strength Pins
DUROCHAIN connecting link pins undergo a specialized hardening process to help improve wear life, strength, and fatigue resistance in demanding applications.

Unique Rivets
DUROCHAIN connecting links feature a unique rivet design that helps improve shock load resistance, side thrust capability, and overall link integrity in demanding applications.

High-Strength Cotter Pin
Manufactured for dependable strength and retention, the high-strength cotter pin helps keep the connecting link securely assembled while allowing practical installation, maintenance, and disassembly when required.

Superior Plate Hole Preparation
Precision piercing, shaving, and ball drifting provide smooth installation, excellent pin-to-plate contact, and dependable holding power.