The Machining & Welding 5/16 IN X 14 IN J-Hook Style A is a chain hook sized for 5/16 inch chain, rated to 250 pounds capacity at a 14 inch hook length.

This style of hook is a common replacement part for chain slings and tie-down assemblies, letting you swap a worn or damaged hook without replacing the whole chain.

The hook is manufactured to match standard chain grade and size specifications, keeping the rated capacity consistent with the chain it is paired with.

This is standard replacement hardware for chain rigging, and having the correct style on hand avoids downtime when a hook needs to be swapped out.

Equipment like this shows up across a wide range of industries, from steel fabrication and machine shops to warehousing, construction, and vehicle service centers. Anywhere crews need to move a load overhead in a controlled, repeatable way, a purpose-built lift beam or crane keeps the job safer and faster than improvised rigging. Once a facility standardizes on the right lifting equipment for its typical loads, operators spend less time rigging and more time actually getting work done.

As with any lifting equipment, never exceed the rated working load limit, and inspect slings, hooks, shackles, and connection points before every use. Confirm compatibility with your hoist, crane, or trolley system before placing an order, and follow your facility's rigging and lockout procedures for every lift. A few minutes spent checking hardware condition and load balance up front is far cheaper than dealing with a dropped or shifted load later, and it keeps your team's daily routine consistent from one job to the next.

Durability matters as much as initial capacity when choosing rigging equipment, since hardware that wears unevenly or corrodes quickly ends up costing more over its service life. Choosing components built to recognized manufacturing standards is one of the simplest ways to avoid that added cost down the road.

See the specifications below for the exact numbers you will want to check before ordering.

Add the Machining & Welding 5/16 IN X 14 IN J-Hook Style A to your spare parts bin for quick chain hook replacements.

Product Info:
•  Capacity: 250 lbs
•  Rod Diameter: 5/16 in
•  Hook Length: 14 in
•  Style: Style A
•  Shipping Weight: 1 lbs