There is chain that is approved for lifting, it is very strong grade of
steel and heat treated. And it is the most expensive grade as well. Check
the Grainger catalog.

Tony

"RainLover" wrote in message
...
I've been looking at chain lately (3/8") and I've noticed something that
so far, every hardware guy
says he's never seen before. On the box of chain, without exception, they
all say "DO NOT use for
lifting or any situation where a life could be endangered if the chain
fails.

Tell me if I'm wrong here, but what in the hell could a person use a 3/8"
chain for that wasn't
potentially dangerous. If the chain has a rating of 6,500 pounds and
breaks, someone is going to be
around!!!

Is this a case of lawyers being in charge of chain-making or is there
actually different chain that
is approved for lifting and all the stuff at H.D., Lowes, Ace is made for
something else... what I
don't know.

Any suggestions? :-)

James, Seattle

www.jameskelseystudios.com