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MAXCO Stainless Steel Roller Chains – Highest level of corrosion and extreme temperature resistance.

MAXCO Stainless Steel roller chain is engineered for maximum corrosion resistance and extreme temperature performance in the most demanding applications.

Offered in a variety of different stainless steel types, selection is based on the desired combination of wear resistance, strength corrosion resistance and resistance to extremes in operating temperature. Available in ANSI and British Standard, MAXCO Stainless Steel roller chains deliver superior performance in extreme applications.

Whether you’re running in high humidity, extreme temperatures, or washdown environments, MAXCO offers a variety of corrosion and/or temperature resistant products to suit the particular needs of almost any application.

MAXCO Stainless Steel – Product Specs & Benefits

MAXCO Stainless Steel chains provide a broad range of wear resistance, strength, corrosion resistance, and resistance to extreme operating temperatures. .

Chain selection is based on the specific operating environment, with material options including 304 Stainless, 316 Stainless, and 600 Series Stainless Steel.

Specification Details
Chain Type MAXCO Stainless Steel Roller Chain
Standard ANSI B29.1 and British Standard ISO 606
Material Options
  • 304 Stainless – Our standard product offers excellent resistance to corrosion and operates successfully over a wide range of temperatures.
  • 316 Stainless – Possesses greater corrosion resistance and temperature resistance compared to 304 stainless. Often used in food processing due to its resistance to stress corrosion cracking in the presence of chlorides such as are found in liquid smoke.
  • 600 Series Stainless – Pins, bushings, and rollers are made from 17-7PH stainless steels which can be hardened for improved wear resistance.  Corrosion resistance is similar to 304 stainless however the temperature range is not as great.
Available Sizes ¼” to 2” Pitch ANSI and British Standard
Applications Stainless steel chains are used in corrosive, hygienic, and demanding environments where standard carbon steel chains quickly fail. Their resistance to rust, chemicals, moisture, and extreme temperatures makes them the preferred choice across multiple industries.

From food and beverage processing to chemical processing plants, stainless steel chains are used wherever corrosion and temperature resistance is critical to operational uptime.

Applications for MAXCO Stainless Steel Chain

MAXCO Stainless Steel chains are used wherever corrosion resistance, hygiene, temperature resistance, and reduced maintenance are critical to operational uptime.

Typical industries and use cases include:

  • Food and beverage processing, including conveyors, bottling lines, ovens, and freezers.
  • Chemical and petrochemical processing plants where acids, alkalis, and corrosive vapors attack standard carbon steel chains.
  • Agriculture, wastewater treatment, and outdoor equipment where moisture and weather conditions demand corrosion resistance.
  • Packaging, automation, and industrial conveyor systems where cleanliness, long service life and consistent performance are essential.

Whether working in a wastewater treatment plant, on a food processing and packaging line, or in a chemical plant, MAXCO Stainless Steel chain ensures your application runs smoothly with the corrosion and temperature resistance your industry demands.

FAQs: Fatigue Resistance

Q: What grade of stainless steel chain should I use?

A: MAXCO Stainless Steel chain is offered in 304 stainless, 316 stainless, and 600 Series stainless. Our standard, 304 stainless, offers very good chemical and temperature resistance in a wide range of diverse applications. 316 stainless offers superior corrosion resistance and higher resistance to pitting and stress corrosion compared with 304 stainless, but is less economical than 304 stainless.  600 Series stainless have pins, bushings, and rollers that are age hardened for improved resistance to wear, but its temperature range is not as broad as 304 stainless.

If unsure about which selection to make, please contact the MAXCO Chain engineering team.

Q: My application uses carbon steel chain.  Can I replace it with stainless steel?

A: No. Speed, loads and working environment should be reviewed to determine the correct size required for the application. Most stainless materials cannot be heat treated, so the mechanical strength and wear performance is inferior to standard carbon steel chains.