The Machining & Welding 5/16 IN X 9 IN J-Hook Style B matches 5/16 inch chain size to a 9 inch hook, rated to 250 pounds.

J-hooks like this attach directly to chain links, giving you a quick connection point for slinging, towing, or securing a load without a separate shackle.

Steel construction and a proven hook profile keep this hardware durable through repeated rigging and unrigging on the job site.

Matching hook style, chain size, and capacity is important for safe rigging, and this hook is sized to do exactly that.

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.

Before putting any lifting equipment into service, verify it matches your hoist or crane setup and confirm the rated capacity covers your heaviest expected load with margin to spare. Routine inspection of welds, pins, and connection hardware helps catch wear before it becomes a safety issue. Keep a simple inspection log if your facility does not already have one, since tracking wear over time makes it easier to plan replacement before a part actually fails in use.

Rigging hardware like this sees repeated use, so look for equipment that is properly rated, clearly marked, and traceable to a manufacturer that stands behind its specifications. Keeping documentation on hand for each piece of equipment also makes routine inspections and any future certification requirements easier to manage.

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

The Machining & Welding 5/16 IN X 9 IN J-Hook Style B is ready to go into service as a replacement or spare for 5/16 inch chain rigging.

Product Info:
•  Capacity: 250 lbs
•  Rod Diameter: 5/16 in
•  Hook Length: 9 in
•  Style: Style B
•  Shipping Weight: 0.9 lbs