Size: 10 mm to 200 mm diameter
Grade: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, U1, U2, U3
Viscosity: Not applicable (N/A) for chains; ropes vary by material
Buoyancy: Chains are negatively buoyant; ropes vary by material (e.g., polypropylene floats)
Material: Chains - High-tensile steel, stainless steel; Ropes - Polyester, nylon, polypropylene, steel wire
Breaking Load: Varies by size and grade (e.g., 10 mm chain: ~8-12 tons)
Corrosion Resistance: Galvanized, painted, or stainless steel for chains; synthetic ropes resist corrosion
Elongation: Chains - minimal; synthetic ropes - 10-20% under load
Weight: Chains - 1-50 kg/m depending on size; ropes - lighter than chains
Standards: ISO 1704, DIN 766, ABS, Lloyd's Register certified