Roller chain

July 10th, 2008

Roller chain or bush roller chain is the type of chain most commonly used for transmission of mechanical power on bicycles, motorcycles, and in industrial and agricultural machinery. It is simple, reliable, and efficient, but requires more attention to maintain than may be desired by potential owners. There has, therefore, been of late a tendency towards the use of other modes of power transmission such as the cog, or timing belt.

Though Hans Renold is credited with inventing roller chain in 1880, sketches by Leonardo da Vinci in the 16th century show a chain with a roller bearing.

Entry Filed under: Mechanical components