Boat anchors are essential components of a vessel’s anchoring system, designed to secure the boat by gripping the seabed and resisting movement caused by wind, waves, and current. Different anchor designs are suited to different boat sizes, seabed conditions, and operating requirements. Anchor chains work together with boat anchors by adding weight to the rode, helping maintain a lower pulling angle and improving overall holding performance. The category includes boat anchors, anchor chains, and related anchoring components for recreational and professional marine use.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Catenificio Rigamonti Stainless Steel Anchor Chain is manufactured from AISI 316 stainless steel and produced according to the DIN 766 standard with a calibrated short link design for reliable compatibility with anchor windlass systems. Available in 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm and 12 mm diameters with 30 m or 50 m lengths depending on the selected variant, the chain provides excellent corrosion resistance for marine and industrial environments. Custom chain lengths are available on request.
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$ 714.65
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Catenificio Rigamonti Long Link Chain is manufactured from premium AISI 316 stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance in marine, industrial, and outdoor environments. Supplied by the meter, the chain is available in 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, and 10 mm diameters, allowing customers to order the exact length required. The long link construction combines durability with flexibility, making it suitable for fastening, securing, general marine applications, and installations exposed to moisture, saltwater, and corrosive conditions.
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$ 6
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Chaîneries Limousines by Pewag G40 calibrated anchor chain is manufactured from hot-dip galvanized steel for marine anchoring and windlass applications. Chains from 6 mm to 8 mm comply with ISO 4565 and DIN 766 standards, while 10 mm to 14 mm versions comply with ISO 4565. Available in 30 m, 60 m and 100 m drums, the chain range offers working loads from 1,150 kg to 6,270 kg and breaking loads from 2,300 kg to 12,540 kg, making it suitable for recreational and professional marine installations.
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$ 551.90
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo Grade 40 Calibrated Short-Link Anchor Chains are hot-dip galvanized according to EN ISO 1461 (minimum 58 micron zinc coating) and designed for windlass compatibility with regular links fitting most gypsies. The range covers diameters from Ø6 mm to Ø16 mm and lengths from 8 m to 100 m. Depending on model, break loads range from 1630 kg up to 16400 kg and Safe Working Loads (SWL) from 400 kg up to 3150 kg. Selected models are supplied in plastic drums, while references 16496, 16498 and 54166 are delivered in bags.
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$ 83.54
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo Grade 40 Hot Dip Galvanised Anchor Chain is a calibrated chain designed for anchor windlasses, with regular links compatible with most gypsies. Manufactured to DIN 766A and ISO 261016 standards, the chain features a hot-dip galvanized finish produced in accordance with EN ISO 1461, providing a minimum galvanization thickness of 58 microns for enhanced corrosion resistance. Available in 8 mm, 10 mm and 13 mm diameters with lengths from 45 m to 60 m, the chain offers safe working loads from 1,000 kg to 2,000 kg and breaking loads from 4,030 kg to 8,500 kg.
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$ 670.99
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo Grade 70 High Resistance Calibrated Chain is designed for anchor windlass and mooring systems requiring maximum strength with reduced weight. Manufactured as a Grade 70 calibrated chain and supplied by the meter, it is available in 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm and 14 mm diameters. Compared with conventional chains of the same diameter, Grade 70 provides more than twice the strength, allowing the use of a smaller chain diameter while reducing weight and chain locker volume. Depending on the selected size, breaking loads range from 4,033 kg to 21,950 kg.
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$ 18.30
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo Long Link Chain is manufactured from AISI 316 stainless steel and complies with the DIN 763 standard for excellent corrosion resistance in marine environments. Designed for general marine and outdoor applications, the chain features a long link construction and is not suitable for use with a windlass. Available in 2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm and 6 mm diameters with 30 m or 50 m lengths depending on the selected variant, the chain offers working loads from 30 kg to 290 kg and weights from 0.06 kg/m to 0.63 kg/m.
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$ 190.93
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 316L Stainless Steel Calibrated Anchor Chain is manufactured from AISI 316L stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance in marine environments. Produced to DIN 766A and ISO 261016 standards, the calibrated chain is designed for anchor windlasses, with regular links compatible with most gypsies. Available in 6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm diameters and supplied in 30 m or 50 m drums depending on the selected variant, the chain provides safe working loads from 1,000 kg to 1,250 kg and breaking loads from 4,030 kg to 5,096 kg.
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$ 1,406.92
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Plastimo 316L Stainless Steel Calibrated Short Link Chain is designed for anchoring and use with anchor windlasses. Manufactured from AISI 316L stainless steel and compliant with the DIN 766 standard, the chain offers excellent corrosion resistance for marine environments. Available in 3 mm and 6 mm diameters with a 50 m length, the chain provides working loads of 70 kg or 400 kg depending on the selected variant. The 6 mm version has a breaking load of 1,630 kg and is supplied in a plastic drum.
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$ 530.84
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Trem Calibrated Windlass Chain is manufactured from AISI 316 stainless steel and designed for reliable operation with anchor windlasses. Produced to the DIN 766 ISO standard, the calibrated short-link construction ensures compatibility with windlass gypsies while providing excellent corrosion resistance in marine environments. Available in 6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm diameters with 25 m or 50 m lengths depending on the selected variant, the chain offers breaking loads from 1,630 kg to 5,000 kg for secure anchoring applications.
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$ 430.75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Trem Hot-Dip Galvanized Calibrated Chain is designed for reliable use with anchor windlasses and manufactured to the DIN 766 standard. Featuring a durable hot-dip galvanized finish for enhanced corrosion protection, the chain is suitable for demanding marine anchoring applications. The range includes 6 mm and 8 mm calibrated chains, both supplied in 50 m rolls, with dimensions of 18.5 × 20 mm or 24 × 27 mm depending on the selected variant.
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$ 244.48
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lalizas 316 Stainless Steel Calibrated Anchor Chain is designed for reliable anchoring systems and windlass applications. Manufactured from AISI 316 stainless steel and calibrated to ISO 4565 and DIN 766 standards, it provides excellent corrosion resistance and dimensional accuracy for smooth operation with compatible windlasses. Available in 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, and 8 mm diameters, the chain is supplied by the metre, allowing you to order the exact length required for your vessel.
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$ 4.77
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Talamex Grade 30 (G30) Galvanised Short Link Chain is a calibrated anchor chain manufactured to DIN 766 specifications for reliable use with compatible windlasses. The hot-dip galvanised finish provides corrosion protection for marine environments, while the short-link construction ensures smooth operation through anchor windlass gypsies. Available in diameters from 4 mm to 13 mm and lengths of 30 m, 50 m, and 100 m, the chain offers breaking loads from 600 daN to 6400 daN to suit a wide range of anchoring systems.
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$ 165.34
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Talamex DIN 766 Galvanised Lead Chain is a 5-metre calibrated short-link chain manufactured from galvanised steel for marine anchoring and mooring applications. Produced to the DIN 766 standard, it is compatible with many anchor windlasses and is available in 6 mm, 8 mm, and 10 mm diameters. The chain offers breaking loads from 1,400 daN to 3,400 daN, combining reliable strength with corrosion resistance for demanding marine environments.
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$ 52.81
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Talamex DIN 766 Short Link Chain is manufactured from premium AISI 316 stainless steel for outstanding corrosion resistance in marine environments. The chain features calibrated short links manufactured to the DIN 766 standard, making it suitable for many anchor windlasses and anchoring systems. Available in diameters from 2 mm to 10 mm and lengths from 10 m to 100 m, with selected diameters also available in additional lengths upon request.
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$ 95.91
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Allpa Galvanized Anchor Chain range is manufactured for reliable anchoring and mooring applications using hot-dip galvanized steel for enhanced corrosion resistance. Available in DIN 766 and ISO calibrated versions, the chain is supplied in 50 m lengths with diameters from 6 mm to 13 mm. Depending on the model, safe working loads range from 450 kg to 1900 kg, making the range suitable for a wide variety of recreational and commercial marine applications.
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$ 488.96
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Allpa Stainless Steel Anchor Chain is manufactured from premium AISI 316 stainless steel for maximum corrosion resistance in marine environments. Calibrated to the DIN 766 standard, it is suitable for use with many anchor windlasses and anchoring systems. The range is available in 6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm diameters, all supplied in 50 m lengths, with working loads from 1,400 kg to 3,400 kg.
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$ 1,227.06
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Brass Hoisting Chain is designed for suspending and positioning tank thermometers in industrial and marine applications. Manufactured as a durable patent brass chain with 12 × 5 mm links, it offers reliable operation and corrosion resistance. Supplied on a convenient 25 m spool, it is ideal for replacement installations and new thermometer assemblies.
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$ 79.95
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Hot-Dip Galvanized Long Link Chain is manufactured in accordance with DIN 763 and is intended for general marine, industrial and securing applications. The chain features a durable hot-dip galvanized finish for excellent corrosion resistance and is available in diameters from 4 mm to 13 mm, all supplied in 30 m lengths. This chain is not certified or permitted for hoisting applications.
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$ 93.60
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Stainless Steel 316 Long Link Chain is manufactured in accordance with DIN 763 and is designed for marine, industrial and general securing applications where excellent corrosion resistance is required. Produced from AISI 316 stainless steel, the chain is available in 3 mm to 10 mm diameters, all supplied in 30 m lengths. Not suitable for lifting or hoisting applications.
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$ 198.90
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What are the different types of boat anchors and their specific uses?
Boat anchors are available in several designs, each suited to different seabed conditions and vessel types. Fluke anchors are commonly used in sand and mud, while grapnel anchors are compact and practical for small boats, tenders, kayaks, and other lightweight craft. Heavier traditional or plow-style anchors may be better suited to larger vessels or mixed seabed conditions. Choosing the right anchor depends on boat size, seabed type, expected wind and current, and the required holding power.
What are the main benefits of fluke-style boat anchors?
Fluke-style boat anchors are designed to dig into soft seabeds such as sand and mud, providing strong holding power relative to their weight. Their lightweight and compact design makes them easy to handle and store, which is especially useful on smaller boats. When correctly sized and used with suitable chain and rode, a fluke anchor can provide reliable holding for recreational anchoring in appropriate bottom conditions.
What are the main components of a boat anchoring system?
A typical boat anchoring system includes the anchor, anchor chain, and rope or other rode connecting the anchor to the vessel. The anchor grips the seabed, while the chain adds weight and helps maintain a lower pulling angle to improve holding performance. Shackles, swivels, connectors, and storage equipment may also be used depending on the installation and vessel type.