Its simple design, with open barrel construction, minimizes pin surface contact with chain gearing face, thus reducing the likelihood of seizure due 
to corrosion and the occurrence of materials build in the roots of the sprockets. The chain is quite suited, consequently, in handling materials with a tendency to pack and corrode. Steel Pintle chain is suited a multitude of agricultural and industrial applications. The chain utilises all warmth treated components with riveted pin design.