Slinging Lifting Lugs
These lugs can be used with either cables or chains having the same Working Load Limits either 8.5ton for 16mm chain or 12ton for 20mm chain.
When choosing slings for lifting fully laden freight units the sling forces must be within the WLL range of lifting lugs. When lifting slings are angled their forces increase and when at 30° are double those when slings are vertical.
Any suitable connector can be used but for most applications chain connectors and Screw Pin "Bow" or "Dee" shackles are generally used.
Whatever
is used, the lug face must be parallel to corner fitting face being coupled with. If at right angles after assembly, it may be necessary to remove one link to remedy this.
When screw pin shackles are used, shown here, the screw-pin head must be on the same side as the 'EAR' on lug side so that the assembly can be laid horizontally when in the insert position.