1 Leg Chain Sling: The Single-Point Lifting Powerhouse

The 1 Leg Chain Sling (or Single-Leg Chain Sling) is the heavy-duty choice for vertical, single-point lifts. When your load has a central lifting lug or attachment point, this configuration provides the most direct and efficient load path. Constructed from premium, heat-treated Grade 80, it delivers superior strength and is virtually indestructible in demanding industrial conditions.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Direct Vertical Lift: Ideal for loads where the lifting eye is positioned directly above the center of gravity, offering maximum capacity and minimizing variables in the lift plan.
• Extreme Durability: The chain resists damage from sharp edges, high heat (up to 400°C with WLL adjustments), and abrasive materials, outlasting synthetic and wire rope slings in foundry and fabrication environments.
• Maximum Vertical WLL: This single-leg arrangement leverages the full vertical capacity of the chain and components (refer to the sling tag/chart for Vertical, Choker, and Basket ratings).
• Simplified Assembly:
  • Upper Terminal: Features a robust Master Link (Oblong) for a strong, centered connection to the crane or hoist hook.
  • Lower Terminal: Terminated with a highly secure fitting, commonly a Self-Locking Hook (for ultimate safety) or a versatile Sling Hook with a latch.
• Versatile Hitch Options: While primarily used in a Vertical Hitch, it can also be used in a Choker Hitch (with WLL derating) or as a Basket Hitch (offering the highest WLL) to adapt to different load types.
• Ease of Inspection: The single-chain design makes pre-use inspections quick and straightforward, helping to maintain safety compliance and operational uptime.

Ideal For:

• Loads with a Single Lifting Lug: Perfect for safely hoisting items specifically designed for one-point lifts, such as large pipes, pump housing, or specialized tooling.
• Basket Hitches: Excellent for wrapping around items like bundled bars or tubes where a higher capacity is needed (WLL is typically doubled in a Basket Hitch).
• Foundries and Steel Mills: Handles hot and sharp-edged materials where other sling materials would be damaged.

Safety Note: Ensure the load’s center of gravity is directly beneath the hoist hook when using a single-leg sling to prevent swinging or uncontrolled movement.