The Grade 80 European Type Welded Master Link (MLU Type) is a highly durable lifting component designed as the primary top attachment point for 1-leg and 2-leg chain sling assemblies. Manufactured from quenched and tempered alloy steel, it complies with EN 1677 standards to deliver reliable strength for demanding overhead lifting.
The MLU European Type Master Link is engineered as the primary load-bearing top link for chain, wire rope, and synthetic sling assemblies. Manufactured using a hybrid process of advanced flash butt welding and seamless drop forging, it meets strict European dimensional standards while delivering uncompromising strength and durability.
| Size Range | Method | Performance Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Small to Medium (Up to 20mm diameter) |
Flash Butt Welded | High-quality welding ensures consistent tensile strength and precise dimensional accuracy for standard lifting applications. |
| Large Sizes (21.2t / 26mm and above) |
Drop Forged | Seamless drop-forged construction eliminates the weld seam entirely, providing superior structural integrity for critical heavy-lift operations. |
| Item No. | WLL (Tonnes) |
Main Dimensions (mm) | Weight (kg) |
Product Code | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A (Length) | B (Width) | D (Diameter) | ||||
| 8-MLU-0706 | 1.60 | 110 | 60 | 13 | 0.34 | 5020400706 |
| 8-MLU-0807 | 2.12 | 110 | 60 | 16 | 0.54 | 5020400807 |
| 8-MLU-1008 | 3.15 | 135 | 75 | 18 | 0.82 | 5020401008 |
| 8-MLU-1310 | 5.30 | 160 | 90 | 22 | 1.50 | 5020401310 |
| 8-MLU-1613 | 8.00 | 180 | 100 | 26 | 2.32 | 5020401613 |
| 8-MLU-1816 | 11.20 | 200 | 110 | 32 | 3.95 | 5020401816 |
| 8-MLU-2018 | 14.00 | 260 | 140 | 36 | 6.34 | 5020402018 |
| 8-MLU-2220 | 17.00 | 300 | 160 | 40 | 8.96 | 5020402220 |
| 8-MLU-2622 | 21.20 | 340 | 180 | 45 | 12.80 | 5020402622 |
| 8-MLU-3226 | 31.50 | 350 | 190 | 50 | 16.55 | 5020403226 |
| 8-MLU-3632 | 45.00 | 400 | 200 | 56 | 23.28 | 5020403632 |
| 8-MLU-4036 | 56.00 | 430 | 220 | 63 | 32.00 | 5020404036 |
| 8-MLU-0072 | 63.00 | 460 | 250 | 72 | 45.76 | 5020400072 |
Grade 80 Sling Components are the long-established industry standard for chain slings and heavy lifting. Fully compliant with international lifting regulations and designed for durability.
Used to connect the sling to a crane or hoist hook.
End fittings for secure load attachment.
Essential hardware to join chains or fittings.
The core lifting medium and adjustment tools.
| Feature | Grade 80 | Grade 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Strength Level | Standard Industry Standard | +25% Higher |
| Component Size | Larger | Smaller (for same WLL) |
| Weight | Heavier | Lighter |
| Cost | More Cost-Effective | Higher |
