Where to buy chains / binders / ratchet straps

[Bob Rooks]

Absolutely nothing wrong with this stuff. I use it all and it works very well. Of course I have a store handy.

5/16" x 20 Ft. Trucker's Chain

2" x 27 Ft. Ratchet Tie-Down

Chain Binder - 5400 Lb. Capacity Non-Ratcheting Chain Binder

5400 Lb. Ratcheting Load Binder with Handle

 

[LD1]

I just checked TSC's website, I see a 2x27 strap for $15. 10k rated Erickson 10,000 lb. Ratchet Strap, 2 in. x 27 ft. - Tractor Supply Online Store

It says its available in the stores I checked just north of detroit for the same price.

I dont think you can do much better than that online.

 

[Ken45101]

I just checked TSC's website, I see a 2x27 strap for $15. 10k rated Erickson 10,000 lb. Ratchet Strap, 2 in. x 27 ft. - Tractor Supply Online Store

It says its available in the stores I checked just north of detroit for the same price.

I dont think you can do much better than that online.

Be careful! That 10,000 pound rating is MAXIMUM load. Working load limit is typically 1/3rd of that. Some places show WLL, others maximum load limit.

 

[KenB2920]

Be careful! That 10,000 pound rating is MAXIMUM load. Working load limit is typically 1/3rd of that. Some places show WLL, others maximum load limit.

This is actually what I got from TSC. Working load limit it 3,300 lbs max 10,000 break strength. Looks like harbor freight has the best deal on the others. I may head there next. I just need to check one place before I head there.

I am just looking to get 2 binders. To be on the safe side.

 

[koamfps]

Transport Chains | Load Binders | Ratchet Straps | Winch Straps

I do my buying from these guy usually ship at low to no cost

 

[Bob Rooks]

Be careful! That 10,000 pound rating is MAXIMUM load. Working load limit is typically 1/3rd of that. Some places show WLL, others maximum load limit.

I'm curious, where do you see that "WLL" designation? All my life I've only seen Safe Working Load (SWL).

 

[KenB2920]

This is what the tag says

 

[stuckmotor]

I once bought a chain at an auction. Evidently, it wasn't hardened and even on light loads, the links kept separating. It was next to useless.
Stuck

 

[Ken45101]

I'm curious, where do you see that "WLL" designation? All my life I've only seen Safe Working Load (SWL).

First place I looked:

With a working load limit (WLL) of 4000 lbs and an Ultimate load limit (ULL) of over 16,000 lbs this is one of the strongest personal use tow straps available.

Light Duty Personal Use Tow Strap | AW Direct

I think the more professional dealers use it. The cheap box stores tend to emphasize breaking strength (sounds better). I'm pretty sure the Federal Motor Carrier Act (FMCA) uses WLL in their regs.

 

[Bob Rooks]

First place I looked:

Light Duty Personal Use Tow Strap | AW Direct

I think the more professional dealers use it. The cheap box stores tend to emphasize breaking strength (sounds better). I'm pretty sure the Federal Motor Carrier Act (FMCA) uses WLL in their regs.

I was just wondering because both SAE and ASTM use the term SWL in their standards, not WLL. It just had me confused. Oh well, back to business.