Chain Stopper
medium
Deck-mounted chain stoppers for securing anchor chain.
Known Models (3)
Generic (Class Approved) Kenter-Type Chain Stopper
For chain 58-97mm
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
· kenter
type: kenter
chain_range_mm: 58-97
Common Failures:
- • Tongue hinge pin wear
- • Pawl spring failure
- • Corrosion seizing
Service: Grease hinge pins quarterly; exercise mechanism monthly.
Spares: Generic (Class Approved): Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Generic (Class Approved) Tongue-Type Chain Stopper
For chain 46-87mm
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
· tongue
type: tongue
chain_range_mm: 46-87
Common Failures:
- • Tongue distortion under shock load
- • Pin shear
- • Foundation cracking
Service: NDT foundation welds at dry-dock; replace distorted tongues.
Spares: Generic (Class Approved): Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.
Generic (Class Approved) Smit Bracket Chain Stopper
SWL per class requirement
· Anchor Chain / Mooring Lines
· smit_bracket
type: smit_bracket
compliance: SOLAS
Common Failures:
- • Bracket weld cracking
- • Pin seizure
- • Corrosion of bracket
Service: Required by SOLAS for emergency towing; inspect welds annually.
Spares: Generic (Class Approved): Bremsbeläge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 3-6 Wochen.