摘要 |
A chain hook adapted to be detachably connected to an intermediate link in a chain between a pair of adjoining links connected thereto. The hook comprises a body having a lower bight and a pair of spaced-apart, upstanding legs defining a throat open at the upper end for receiving the intermediate link of the chain on a plane generally transverse of the body of the hook. The legs include spaced-apart stop surfaces on opposite sides which are engageable with said adjoining links for limiting transverse movement of the intermediate link once it is engaged in the throat, yet permitting free downward pivotal movement of one of said adjoining links toward the bight portion when pull is exerted on the chain. The body is provided with link support means extending transversely outwardly of said bight from at least one side thereof beyond said stop surfaces for supporting said intermediate link outwardly of said stop surfaces to reduce stress thereon.
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