DIN 5685-3:2002-06

The document applies to welded round steel link cfhains for which load proof is not required. Chains form G are mainly used for general purposes, e.g. for barriers or securing of pieces against losing, and chains form X are used as tethering chains for agricultural purposes. Chains in accordance with this part of DIN 5685 are not strength proofed in accordance with DIN 685-3 and shall not be used as loading-, sling- or fastening chains as specified in DIN 15003 in combination with cranes or lifting applicances. The application of these chains for static loading, e.g. luminaries, are within the responsibility of the user.