VG 84502:2012-11

This standard is applicable to grade GL-K3 kenter type joining shackles used on vessels at ambient temperatures down to -20 °C. Kenter type joining shackles are components of chain cable in accordance with the patent kenter serving for joining a chain. The kenter type joining shackle is an openable chain link. These kenter type joining shackles are used together with grade GL-K3 stud link anchor chain cables according to VG 84501. With respect to edition VG 84502:1998-03 the series of nominal sizes has been extended up to 90, the bases of calculation have been added in a new Annex A and the requirements for the gauge length have been added, amongst others. This VG standard gives the requirements, dimensions, masses, material, mechanical properties, technical specification and a designation example. The dimensions can be determined with the bases of calculation presented in Annex A in accordance with the indicated formation rules. The committee responsible for this VG standard is NA 132-01-05 AA "Heben, Schleppen, Ankern" ("Heaving, towing, anchoring").