{"id":181,"date":"2026-06-02T03:20:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T03:20:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leaf-chain.com\/?post_type=product&p=181"},"modified":"2026-06-02T06:15:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T06:15:13","slug":"ll10-series-leaf-chain","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/leaf-chain.com\/uk\/product\/ll10-series-leaf-chain\/","title":{"rendered":"LL10 Series Leaf Chain"},"content":{"rendered":"
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DIN EN ISO 4347 Certified<\/span><\/div>\n

LL10 Series Leaf Chain<\/h2>\n

High-tensile forklift leaf chain engineered for demanding lifting applications \u2014 trusted by UK material handling OEMs and industrial operators since 2006.<\/p>\n

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Max Tensile Strength<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Pitch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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4 Models<\/div>\n
LL1022\u2013LL1088<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The LL10 Series Leaf Chain represents a benchmark in heavy-duty lifting chain engineering. Manufactured to DIN EN ISO 4347 standards, this plate chain series is purpose-built for the rigorous vertical and horizontal load demands encountered in forklift masts, counterbalance systems, and industrial hoisting equipment across the United Kingdom and global markets. Whether you operate a logistics warehouse in Birmingham, a manufacturing facility in Manchester, or a port handling terminal in Felixstowe, the LL10 leaf chain delivers consistent, reliable performance under load cycles that would compromise inferior alternatives.<\/p>\n

What sets the LL10 series apart from standard link chains is its laced-plate architecture. Multiple side plates interleaved over hardened steel pins dramatically increase the load-bearing cross-section without adding unnecessary mass. This means UK forklift manufacturers and fleet maintenance engineers get a leaf chain that handles shock loads, side loads, and sustained tension cycles with minimal elongation over time \u2014 reducing unplanned downtime on the shop floor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Ready to source LL10 Series Leaf Chain for your UK operations?<\/p>\n

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Technical Design Reference<\/h2>\n

Engineering drawings for LL10 Series Leaf Chain \u2014 DIN EN ISO 4347<\/p>\n

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Dimensional Drawing \u2014 LL10 Series<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n

All dimensional values conform to DIN EN ISO 4347. Tensile figures are minimum guaranteed ratings.<\/p>\n

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\nh2 max (mm)<\/th>\n		Plate Thickness
\nT max (mm)<\/th>\n		Pin Dia.
\nd2 max (mm)<\/th>\n		Pin Length
\nL max (mm)<\/th>\n		Ultimate Tensile
\nQ min (kN\/lbf)<\/th>\n		Avg Tensile
\nQ0 (kN)<\/th>\n		Weight
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LL1022<\/td>\n15.875<\/td>\n2 x 2<\/td>\n13.7<\/td>\n1.6<\/td>\n5.08<\/td>\n9.2<\/td>\n22.7 \/ 5107<\/td>\n25.5<\/td>\n0.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LL1044<\/td>\n15.875<\/td>\n4 x 4<\/td>\n13.7<\/td>\n1.6<\/td>\n5.08<\/td>\n15.8<\/td>\n45.4 \/ 10213<\/td>\n51.0<\/td>\n1.06<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LL1066<\/td>\n15.875<\/td>\n6 x 6<\/td>\n13.7<\/td>\n1.6<\/td>\n5.08<\/td>\n22.1<\/td>\n68.1 \/ 15321<\/td>\n76.3<\/td>\n1.57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LL1088<\/td>\n15.875<\/td>\n8 x 8<\/td>\n13.7<\/td>\n1.6<\/td>\n5.08<\/td>\n28.8<\/td>\n90.8 \/ 20427<\/td>\n101.9<\/td>\n2.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

* All values per DIN EN ISO 4347. Custom configurations available on request. Contact our UK technical team for non-standard requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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How It Works: Design Principle & Materials<\/h2>\n

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Interlaced Plate Architecture<\/h3>\n

The LL10 leaf chain uses multiple overlapping side plates threaded onto hardened alloy steel pins. This laced construction distributes tensile loads across a far greater metallic cross-section than simple roller chain, allowing the chain to sustain repeated shock loading without permanent deformation. The 2×2, 4×4, 6×6, and 8×8 lacing options in the LL10 range let engineers match the exact capacity to their mast design, keeping weight and cost in check without sacrificing safety margins.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Alloy Steel & Surface Treatment<\/h3>\n

Side plates are punched from high-carbon alloy steel strip and subjected to through-hardening to achieve uniform mechanical properties. Pin blanks are precision-ground, case-hardened, and finish-polished to tight tolerances that ensure smooth articulation and minimal wear at the pin-plate interface. Shot-peening of plates introduces a compressive surface layer that significantly extends fatigue life under cyclic loading \u2014 a critical advantage in the multi-shift forklift environments common across UK distribution centres and warehouses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Typical Application Scenarios<\/h3>\n

The LL10 Series finds its primary home in counterbalanced forklift trucks, reach trucks, and order-picker mast assemblies across UK logistics hubs, automotive manufacturing plants, cold-store facilities, and NHS medical supply warehouses. Beyond forklifts, the chain is widely specified for industrial hoists, aerial work platforms, and crane end-carriages where a certified, dimensionally precise leaf chain is mandated by safety regulations. Its compact pitch of 15.875 mm suits tight mast envelope constraints without any compromise on rated capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Why UK Engineers Choose the LL10 Leaf Chain<\/h2>\n
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DIN EN ISO 4347 Compliance<\/h3>\n

Every chain produced to internationally recognised dimensional and mechanical standards. Full traceability documentation available for UK health and safety audits, CE marking, and LOLER compliance submissions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Extended Fatigue Life<\/h3>\n

Shot-peened plates and ground pins work together to suppress fatigue crack initiation. In comparative endurance testing, LL10 chains routinely outlast non-peened equivalents by 30\u201350% under identical cyclic load conditions, directly reducing replacement frequency and total cost of ownership.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Scalable Lacing Options<\/h3>\n

From the lightweight 2×2 LL1022 at 0.54 kg\/m to the heavy-duty 8×8 LL1088 at 2.10 kg\/m, the LL10 series spans a wide tensile range within a single pitch family \u2014 simplifying spare-parts inventory management for UK fleet operators maintaining mixed forklift fleets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Tight Dimensional Tolerances<\/h3>\n

Precision-punched plates and ground pins deliver consistent pin-hole clearances that maintain predictable elongation behaviour throughout the chain’s service life. This matters enormously for forklift mast calibration \u2014 erratic elongation can cause dangerous mast tilt and load instability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Custom Cut Lengths<\/h3>\n

Supplied in standard reel lengths or cut and rivetted to exact customer-specified dimensions. Anchor links, connecting links, and clevis-type end fittings available as accessories, enabling direct drop-in replacement across most major European forklift brands operating in the UK market.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Corrosion-Resistant Variants<\/h3>\n

Zinc-nickel electroplated and stainless steel pin options address the harsh wash-down environments of food-processing plants and cold-store facilities where standard carbon-steel chains deteriorate rapidly. Ask our technical team for anti-corrosion specification details when requesting a quote.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Customer Success Stories<\/h2>\n

Real-world results from industrial operations across the UK and Europe.<\/p>\n

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Tier-1 Automotive Parts Distributor \u2014 Stuttgart, Germany<\/h3>\n

A Stuttgart-based Tier-1 automotive parts logistics company was experiencing premature leaf chain failure on their fleet of 48 reach trucks after an average of 11 months \u2014 well short of the 18-month target. Their procurement manager contacted our UK technical sales team seeking a higher-specification alternative. After reviewing load profiles, shift patterns, and mast manufacturer data, we recommended the LL1066 6×6 configuration with zinc-nickel coating for their high-humidity dispatch bays. Post-installation monitoring showed chain elongation within acceptable limits at 20 months, and the fleet has since logged over 2.4 million lift cycles without a single chain-related incident. The client reported a 34% reduction in annual chain maintenance expenditure compared to their previous supplier.<\/p>\n

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“We specified LL1044 chains across our new fleet build for a major UK grocery retailer last year. Dimensional accuracy was spot-on \u2014 every chain dropped straight in without any filing or adjustment. Lead times were met and the technical data packs were exactly what our CE documentation required.”<\/p>\n

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“Our cold-store operation in Swindon runs forklifts around the clock at -22\u00b0C. The corrosion-resistant LL1088 variant has been running for 16 months with no sign of fatigue cracking or plate oxidation. The Ever Power team handled our custom cut-length order efficiently and the quote turnaround was under 24 hours.”<\/p>\n

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“As a forklift service provider covering the East Midlands, we need a reliable leaf chain supplier<\/a> who can match multiple OEM specifications from a single source. The LL10 series covers the majority of our repair inventory. Quality is consistent batch-to-batch and pricing is genuinely competitive against European distributors.”<\/p>\n

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Our Manufacturing Capability & Custom Services<\/h2>\n

Ever Power operates a purpose-built chain manufacturing facility equipped with precision CNC plate-punching lines, automated pin-grinding cells, and dedicated tensile test rigs that validate every production batch against DIN EN ISO 4347 requirements. Our in-house heat-treatment furnaces handle both through-hardening and case-hardening in closely controlled atmospheric conditions, ensuring that mechanical property targets are achieved consistently across high-volume production runs. UK and European OEM customers can expect full material certification, batch traceability, and third-party inspection access as standard.<\/p>\n

What genuinely distinguishes our offering is the depth of our custom leaf chain service capability. If your application falls outside the standard LL10 range \u2014 perhaps you need a non-standard lacing configuration, a modified plate profile for a bespoke mast design, a special-alloy pin for elevated-temperature duty, or a stainless-steel variant for food-grade environments \u2014 our applications engineering team can work directly from your drawings or performance specification to develop a solution. Prototype samples, pre-production approval, and small-batch trial orders are all part of the service. We have supported UK manufacturers, European forklift OEMs, and specialist hoist builders with tailored leaf chain designs ranging from minor dimensional modifications to entirely new lacing geometries.<\/p>\n

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Custom Service Capabilities at a Glance<\/h3>\n
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Modified plate profiles & depths<\/span><\/div>\n
Special-alloy & stainless steel pins<\/span><\/div>\n
Zinc-nickel & anti-corrosion coatings<\/span><\/div>\n
Cut-to-length with rivetted end links<\/span><\/div>\n
Full material certification & traceability<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Request Custom Specification \u2014 Get a Quote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

Common questions from UK engineers, procurement managers, and forklift service professionals.<\/p>\n

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For sustained heavy-lift duty in cold-store environments typical of UK frozen food distribution centres, the LL1088 (8×8 lacing) delivers the highest tensile capacity in the series at 90.8 kN minimum and 101.9 kN average. Pair it with the zinc-nickel anti-corrosion surface treatment to resist the condensation and wash-down cycles that accelerate corrosion on standard carbon-steel chains. Contact our team at sales@leaf-chain.com<\/a> for a cold-store specification datasheet and competitive UK supply price.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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Pricing varies based on lacing configuration (LL1022 to LL1088), order volume, surface treatment, and delivery requirements. We supply UK customers from single-reel orders through to full container quantities for OEM programmes. To receive an accurate per-metre price and confirm lead times, please email sales@leaf-chain.com<\/a> with your chain specification, required quantity, and delivery postcode. Quotes are typically returned within one business day.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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Ever Power supplies LL10 Series leaf chains to UK customers with full DIN EN ISO 4347 certification, batch test reports, and material traceability documentation \u2014 everything your LOLER inspection and CE marking dossier will require. We work with UK forklift manufacturers, independent service providers, and fleet operators across England, Scotland, and Wales. Reach out via sales@leaf-chain.com<\/a> to discuss documentation requirements specific to your application.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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Industry guidance (and most OEM service manuals) recommends replacing a forklift leaf chain when elongation reaches 3% of nominal pitch length over a standard 600 mm measurement span, or when any plate shows visible cracking, corrosion pitting, or side-plate deformation. For LL10 Series chains at a 15.875 mm pitch, a 3% elongation limit over 38 pitches equates to a maximum measured length of 617.6 mm versus a nominal 599.2 mm. Regular six-monthly inspections are standard practice under UK LOLER regulations. Our technical team can supply elongation measurement templates on request.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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Yes \u2014 cut-to-length and fully assembled leaf chain sets with rivetted anchor links, clevis ends, or OEM-specified connecting hardware are a core part of our custom service offer. UK assembly plant customers receive dimensioned drawings for approval before production, eliminating rework on the line. Minimum order quantities for custom-assembled sets are flexible; contact sales@leaf-chain.com<\/a> with your drawing or specification and we will provide a detailed quote with lead-time confirmation.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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A leaf chain consists only of plates and pins \u2014 there are no rollers or bushes. This gives it a higher tensile capacity for a given pitch because the full cross-section is dedicated to load-carrying rather than accommodating sprocket engagement geometry. Roller chain is designed for power transmission (sprocket-to-sprocket drive). Forklift mast applications involve pure linear tensile loading and require certified leaf chain per DIN EN ISO 4347, not roller chain. Using roller chain in a mast is a serious safety risk and non-compliant with UK LOLER regulations. If you are unsure, our applications engineers are happy to review your mast specification at no charge.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What is the best LL20 Series leaf chain for a high-capacity forklift operating in a UK cold-store warehouse environment?<\/p>\n

For sustained heavy-lift duty in cold-store environments the LL1088 8×8 lacing delivers the highest tensile capacity at 90.8 kN minimum with zinc-nickel anti-corrosion treatment recommended.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Where can I find a reliable leaf chain supplier in the United Kingdom who can provide certified chains for LOLER compliance?<\/p>\n

Ever Power supplies LL20 Series leaf chains to UK customers with full DIN EN ISO 4347 certification, batch test reports, and material traceability documentation required for LOLER compliance.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Source LL10 Series Leaf Chain for Your UK or Global Operation<\/h2>\n

Whether you need standard stock, cut-to-length assemblies, or a fully custom specification, our engineering and sales team is ready to help. Send your enquiry today for a prompt, detailed quotation.<\/p>\n

\u2709 Get a Quote \u2014 sales@leaf-chain.com<\/a><\/div>\n

Ever Power | Leaf Chain Specialists | UK & Global Supply | DIN EN ISO 4347 | edit by gzl<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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