This International Standard specifies the requirements for a range of high-grade special purpose calibrated, high-tensile, electrically welded, chains (round link) for use with machines equipment in mining, such as the following: a) conveyors, flexible and rigid, of the chain chain belt conveyors, gate end and Stage ers; steel and tY Pe, loadb) coal ploughs, coal Cutters and power loaders; c) bucket elevators; d) other similar machines used in mines. This International Standard covers a size range from 14 mm to 30 mm. Three grades of quality (B, C and D) are specified with regard to the mechanical properties of chain. The values given for grade D in tables 3, 4, 7 and 8 are, however, provisional. Chains covered by this International Standard are not designed for lifting appliances, such as cranes and Slings.