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Welded Steel & Heavy Duty Drag Chains

The most common drag chains are welded steel mill chains and heavy-duty drag chains. These include a wide "pushing"  and "offset" area and can easily be identified by their differing shape and style with the bushing or barrel being welded into the sidebar. These may include WD or WDH in their item numbers, followed by a series of numbers, which can be found engraved on the narrowing or "offset" portion of the chain. Heavy duty drag chains are commonly used in grain handling, forest products, conveyors of all demands, sugar production, and so many more. Their handling capacity is what sets them apart when working up to moderate speeds.

Welded steel drag chains are industrial champions; they are designed to dominate the harshest environments and conquer your toughest challenges, and with Dixie, we will get you exactly what your application demands.

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Heavy Duty Drag Chains and Welded Steel Drag Chains
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Heavy Duty Drag Chains Built for Strength, Durability, & Performance

Our heavy-duty drag chains are not just muscle; they're meticulously crafted for superior performance and unwavering reliability offered through brands like Mac Chain, PROMAC, Allied Locke, Peer Chain, and many more! These all share:

  • High-Strength Alloys: Forget flimsy alternatives. Our chains boast exceptional tensile strength and wear resistance, handling heavy loads with unwavering confidence.
  • Minimized Maintenance: Maximize uptime and reduce operational costs. Self-lubricating components and durable construction keep your equipment running smoothly.
  • Modular Flexibility: Enjoy easy installation and maintenance. Add or remove sections, replace components, and adjust configurations with ease.
  • Expert Partnership: Our team is your drag chain confidant. We offer comprehensive consultation, technical guidance, and ongoing maintenance support to ensure your chains conquer every challenge.

From Farm Fields to Factory Floors, Welded Steel Drag Chains Deliver

  • Agricultural Efficiency: Haul mountains of grain, hay, and silage with unwavering confidence. Strategically placed tines grip and move even the bulkiest materials with exceptional efficiency.
  • Industrial Prowess: Conquer construction sites, mines, and processing plants with ease. Abrasion-resistant chains handle rocks, minerals, and heavy debris with unwavering strength.
  • Waste and Waste Water Management Mastery: Tackle waste head-on, from municipal garbage to bulky recyclables and human waste. Durable construction and smooth operation ensure continuous flow.
  • Customized Configurations: Don't settle for limitations. We tailor chain lengths, link styles, and attachments to perfectly match your specific requirements and terrain.

Types of Welded Steel & Heavy Duty Drag Chains

Drag Chains most commonly used
  • Pintle Chains (All series available) 
  • Cast Alloy Drag Chains 
    • 1924 - 1976 (5" to 12" pitch sizes)
    • SD series ranging from SD21 - SD29
    • Wash Box Chains (Coal Processing)
  • Welded Steel Chains and Heavy Duty Drag Chains
    • WD, WH, and WDH series 
      Numbers 104-480 (WDH104 - WDH480)
      • Available with C1 and W1 and other attachment types
  • Welded Steel Mill Chains
    • WH series including WH78 - WH159
      • Also available in HD and XHD variations
      • Stainless Steel Options also available, designed with 316 grade sidebars and heat-treated 17-4 barrels and pins (Lead times may vary)
      • Attachments Include: A1, A2, A225, F10, F30, F659, H2, K1 and K2, RR, A-11 Cradles, C Cradles, etc.

Drag Chain Sizing Charts

    SizePitch (A)Sidebar Height (B) Sidebar Thickness ( C) Pin Dia (D) Overall Width ( E) Length of Bearing (F) Max Sprocket Thickness Weight Per Ft
    WD1025in1.15in3/8in3/4in9.25in7.75in6-3/8'12.0 LBS
    WDH1025in1.15in3/8in3/4in9.25in7-3/4"6-3/8in12.0 LBS
    WD1046in1.15in3/8in3/4in6.75in5-3/8in4-1/8in8.6 LBS
    WDH1046in1.15in3/8in3/4in6.75in5-3/8in4-1/8in8.6 LBS
    WD1106in1.15in3/8in3/4in11.75in10.25in9in12.0 LBS
    WDH1106in1.15in3/8in3/4in11.75in10.25in9in12.0 LBS
    WD1128in1.15in3/8in3/4in11.75in10.25in9in10.0 LBS
    WDH1128in1.15in3/8in3/4in11.75in10.25in13in10.0 LBS
    WD1168in1.75in3/8in3/4in15.5in14-1/8in13in12.9 LBS
    WDH1168in1.75in3/8in3/4in15.5in14-1/8in13.25in12.9 LBS
    WD1188in2in0.5in7/8in16-5/8in14-7/8in13.25in18.0 LBS
    WDH1188in2in0.5in7/8in16-5/8in14-7/8in13.25in18.0 LBS
    WDH118XHD8in2in5/8in1in17-3/8in15-1/8in13.25in21.0 LBS
    WD1206in2in0.5in7/8in12in10.25in8.75in18.0 LBS
    WDH1206in2in0.5in7/8in12in10.25in8.75in18.0 LBS
    WDH120XHD6in2in5/8in1in12.75in10.5in8.75in21.0 LBS
    WD1228in2in0.5in7/8in12in10.25in8.75in15.0 LBS
    WDH1228in2in0.5in7/8in12in10.25in8.75in15.0 LBS
    WDH122XHD8in2in5/8in1in12.75in10.5in8.75in17.60 LBS
    WD4808in2in0.5in7/8in14.5in12.75in11in16.90 LBS
    WDH4808in2in0.5in7/8in14.5in12.75in11in16.90 LBS
    WDH480XHD8in2in5/8in1in15.25in13in11in19.50 LBS
    WD5808in2in0.5in1in14.63in12.1in11.2in1940 LBS
    WDH5808in2in0.5in1in14.63in12.1in11.2in19.40 LBS
    WD6808in2in0.63in1in15.33in13in11.2in21.00 LBS
    WDH6808in2in0.63in1in15.33in13in11.2in21.00 LBS
    Chain SizePitch (P)Chain StyleInside Width (W)Pin Dia (D)Pin Length (L)Pin StyleOutside Sidebar Thickness (To)Inner Sidebar Thickness (Ti)Sidebar Height (H)Average Ultimate StrengthWeight per ft
    104754in11.063in1.125in2.63inC0.5in1in2in75,000 LBS11 LBS
    106306in10.938in0.625in2.31inC0.438in0.875in1.5in30,700 LBS5.1 LBS
    106606in11.031in1in2.75inA0.5in1in2in60,000 LBS10.7 LBS
    1081708in11.563in1.375in3.75inC0.75in1.5in2.5in170,000 LBS17.4 LBS
    7084008in12.625in1.5in6.06inC1.25in2.5in3.5in400,000 LBS33 LBS
    1091009in11.563in1.5in4.13inC0.75in1.5in3in100,000 LBS21 LBS
    11이4010in11.563in1.5in3.06inC0.75in1.5in3in140,000 LBS19.8 LBS
    11225012in12.063in1.5in5inC1in2in3in250,000 LBS28.4 LBS
    204604in21.063in1in2.75inC0.5in0.5in2in60,000 LBS10.4 LBS
    206756in21.563in1in3.75inC0.75in0.75in2in75,000 LBS13 LBS
    208608in21.563in0.875in3.69inC0.75in0.75in2in60,000 LBS12.7 LBS
    2129612in21.531in1.125in3.38inA0.5in0.75in2.5in96,000 LBS13.8 LBS
    306306in31.156in0.625in2.5inC0.375in0.375in1.5in30,700 LBS5.2 LBS
    306466in30.875in0.625in2.25inC0.375in0.375in1.5in46,000 LBS5.1 LBS
    306606in31.063in0.875in2.69inC0.5in0.5in2in60,000 LBS9.1 LBS

    Please call for reference drawing when taking dimensions 

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