SKF PHC 36S-3O/L roller chain
- Brand
- SKF
- Category
- Power transmission
- Subcategory
- Roller chains
- Series
- PHC
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Description
SKF PHC 36S-3O/L belongs to roller chain, part of our Power transmission range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for PHC 36S-3O/L and any equivalents.
Roller chains in the SKF PHC line handle the job of connecting toothed shafts so motion moves from one point of a machine to another. You will find them on conveyors, production lines and other equipment where timing has to hold steady. MR Industrial Accessories LLC supplies this line to plants and shops across the United States and Latin America.
Reading the code takes a minute once you know the pattern. PHC is the line name. The figure after it, such as 36, sets the pitch and the size class under the applicable standard. Then comes S for a single-strand build, followed by a digit that counts the strands: 1 single, 2 double, 3 triple, and so on. The suffix O/L tells you the chain ships with holes and pins for joining. So PHC 36S-1O/L is one strand, and PHC 36S-4O/L is four.
These chains show up in food processing, cement, mining, automotive and materials handling work. Common spots include clinker conveyors, bucket elevators, mill drives, belt conveyors and farm equipment. Dust, heat and shifting loads are part of the environment, which is why the construction suits paper mills and aggregate plants as well, where the drive has to keep running with little attention.
Sizing a chain means working through the power to transmit, the speed of rotation, how many teeth the sprocket carries and the distance between centers. Installation calls for aligned sprockets, correct tension and lubrication on a set schedule. Roller-to-plate clearance and sealing affect how long the chain lasts, so in dirty areas keep lubrication generous and inspect for wear. Swap the chain out once elongation passes 1.5% or the rollers feel loose.
PHC chains can be swapped with other makes built to the same dimensional standards, including ASA and ISO series. Before ordering, confirm pitch, strand count and suffix type. Codes from different manufacturers do not always line up one to one, so it pays to have someone check. Our team can point you to the correct chain for your application.
For a quote, send the full chain code by WhatsApp or email. We will come back with options and fitting notes, and we can suggest equivalents when a direct match is not available.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Message us the part number on WhatsApp and we'll verify its dimensions and version with the manufacturer's datasheet.
Frequently asked questions
- What does PHC 36S-2O/L tell me?
- PHC is the SKF chain line, 36 is the pitch, S means single strand, the 2 counts the strands (double here), and O/L means holes and pins are included for assembly. The result is a double-strand roller chain.
- When should a roller chain be replaced?
- Replace it once elongation goes past 1.5% of the original length, or when the rollers have too much play. Cracked plates or uneven sprocket wear are also signs to change it.
- Do SKF PHC chains fit other brands?
- They can be interchanged with chains made to the same dimensional standards, such as ASA or ISO. Check pitch, strand count and suffix before substituting.