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Wire rod for chains

The wire rod for chains from voestalpine Wire Technology is the ideal basis for high-quality chain solutions in industry, transport, and safety. With high tensile strength and optimum formability, our wire rod meets all requirements for the manufacture of hoisting, mining, snow, and ship chains - in accordance with national and international standards.

✔ From ore to wire

✔ 400+ steel alloys

✔ Own R&D facilities

✔ CO2 reduced processes

Technical details on wire rod for chains

  • EN EN steel number
    27MnSi5  1.0412
    20Mn5  1.1133
    20NiCrMo2-2  1.6523
    20NiCrMoS2-2  1.6526
    20NICRMO3  1.6527
    23MNNICRMO52  1.6541
    23MnNiMoCr5-4  1.6758
  • Surface technology

    • Pickling, phosphating, phosphate-free surface, soaping, polymer and lime coatings

    Heat treatment

    • Soft annealing, AC (annealed to speroidal cementite)

    Further types upon request.

  • Dimensions

    • 5 mm - 52 mm

    Delivery types

    • Variable coil weights up to 3 t
    • Strapping by steel band
    • ISO 9001
    • ISO 14001
    • EMAS III
    • IATF 16949
    • ISO 17025
    • ISO 45001
    • ISO 50001

    Find our certificates here.

Your advantages with voestalpine Wire Technology

  • High tensile strength & formability: For resilient and durable chain products – even under extreme conditions.
  • Standard-compliant manufacturing: Production in accordance with international standards for maximum safety and quality.
  • Wide range of steel grades & designs: Extensive portfolio for individual requirements and applications.
  • Integrated quality management: Complete traceability and documented processes for maximum transparency.
  • Production in Europe's most modern wire rolling mill: Precision, efficiency, and sustainability combined in a continuous manufacturing process.

Do you require wire rod for chains?

Our experts will be happy to advise you and find the right solution for your requirements!

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