The H-Lift Stainless Steel Wide Jaw Quick Link features a large gate opening for easy clipping onto thick chains, eye bolts, or multiple straps in rigging applications.[page:0]
The Wide Jaw (Large Opening) Quick Link is a problem-solver for rigging. Designed with a significantly wider gate than standard links, it easily fits over thick rings, pipes, and multiple webbing straps. Made from AISI 316 Stainless Steel, it combines high strength with maximum corrosion resistance.
Features a significantly wider gate (F) than standard oval links. Eliminates the need for oversized hardware just to fit over thick attachment points like pipes or plastic chains.
Manufactured from premium Stainless Steel AISI 316. Ensures maximum resistance to rust and saltwater corrosion for long-lasting marine and outdoor rigging.
The precision-threaded hexagonal sleeve screws down completely to form a continuous loop. This design withstands vibration better than spring-loaded snap hooks.
Designed to handle substantial loads while maintaining a compact form factor. Working Load Limits (WLL) range from 175 lbs to 2800 lbs.
| Item No. | Size (mm) |
A (mm) |
L1 (mm) |
L2 (mm) |
F (mm) |
WLL (lbs) |
Product Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-WQL003 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 47 | 17 | 10 | 175 | 704106003 |
| S-WQL004 | 4 | 4 | 53 | 18.5 | 11.5 | 500 | 704106004 |
| S-WQL005 | 5 | 5 | 62 | 23 | 14 | 650 | 704106005 |
| S-WQL006 | 6 | 6 | 72 | 26.5 | 16 | 875 | 704106006 |
| S-WQL007 | 7 | 7 | 79 | 30 | 16 | 1200 | 704106007 |
| S-WQL008 | 8 | 8 | 85 | 33.5 | 18 | 1525 | 704106008 |
| S-WQL009 | 9 | 9 | 90 | 37 | 19 | 1975 | 704106009 |
| S-WQL010 | 10 | 10 | 105 | 40.5 | 20 | 2300 | 704106010 |
| S-WQL012 | 12 | 12 | 122 | 47.5 | 23 | 2500 | 704106012 |
| S-WQL014 | 14 | 14 | 142 | 54.5 | 26.5 | 2800 | 704106014 |
Types, Design, Installation & Safety Precautions
A Quick Link (also known as a Rapid Link or Maillon Rapide) is a mechanical connecting link used to join two chains, attach cables, or close a loop securely. It functions similarly to a carabiner but uses a threaded sleeve (nut) to close the opening rather than a spring-loaded gate.
Because the threaded sleeve can be tightened with a wrench, quick links provide a much more secure and permanent connection than a standard snap hook, while still allowing for disassembly when needed.
Quick links come in various geometric shapes to suit different directions of pull and connection requirements:
Design: The most common type, resembling a standard chain link with a threaded opening.
Use: Ideal for joining two lengths of chain or attaching chain to eye bolts. It is designed for loading along the major axis.
Design: Features a significantly wider gate opening than the standard oval type.
Use: Necessary when attaching to larger diameter bars, pipes, or fittings that wouldn't fit through a standard opening.
Design: Triangular shape designed to accept webbing or straps on the flat side.
Use: Commonly used in webbing assemblies, parachuting, or connecting three-way loads.
Design: Resembles a pear; one end is narrower than the other.
Use: Used when connecting two components of different sizes or allowing movement for multiple small connectors at the wide end.
Quick links are robust connectors used in a wide variety of industries:
The security of a quick link depends entirely on how the nut is tightened. For temporary use, "finger tight" may suffice. For permanent or critical applications, the nut must be tightened with a wrench.
Never load a quick link if the nut is not fully closed. The structural integrity of the link relies on the closed loop. If the threads are visible or the nut is open, the link is significantly weaker and will fail under load.
