Greenfield Products 2116-RD 5/16 Inch x 5 Foot PVC-Coated Marine Anchor Chain, Red

The Greenfield Products 2116-RD is a 5/16 inch by 5 foot PVC-coated anchor chain designed to sit between the anchor and the anchor rode. Chain in this position adds weight low in the anchoring system, which helps hold the anchor at the correct angle against the seabed so it sets and holds rather than pulling loose. This chain is rated for use on boats anchoring in winds up to 30 knots.

The chain is coated in a specially formulated, highly elastic red PVC that stretches as the chain flexes, allowing it to bend and coil easily for storage instead of kinking or binding the way bare metal chain can. The red coating also makes the chain easy to spot on deck or in a chain locker. For best results, connect the anchor, chain, and rode with steel shackles rather than improvised connectors, since the shackles are the load-bearing links between each section of the ground tackle.

This anchor chain is intended as a universal ground-tackle accessory rather than a boat-specific or engine-specific part, so it is suited to recreational boats within the stated wind rating rather than a single make or model.

Specifications

• Brand: Greenfield Products
• Manufacturer Part Number: 2116-RD
• Chain Size: 5/16 inch
• Chain Length: 5 feet
• Product Dimensions: 60 x 0.31 x 0.31 inches
• Weight: 4 pounds
• Coating: PVC-coated
• Color: Red
• Recommended Wind Rating: Up to 30 knots
• Recommended Connectors: Steel shackles
• UPC: 025552211629

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is the Greenfield Products 2116-RD anchor chain? The 2116-RD is a 5/16 inch link chain, 5 feet in length, with overall product dimensions of 60 x 0.31 x 0.31 inches.

Why do I need chain between my anchor and anchor line? Chain adds weight low in the anchoring system so the anchor sets at the correct angle and holds more securely; the 2116-RD is a 5/16 inch x 5 foot chain made for exactly this purpose.

What is the PVC coating on this anchor chain for? The Greenfield Products 2116-RD is coated in a specially formulated, highly elastic red PVC that stretches as the chain moves, letting it bend and coil easily instead of kinking like bare chain.

What boat size or conditions is this chain rated for? The 2116-RD is recommended for boats anchoring in winds up to 30 knots.

How much does the 2116-RD anchor chain weigh? This anchor chain weighs 4 pounds.

What color is the 2116-RD chain? Red - the PVC coating on the 2116-RD is red, which also makes the chain easier to see on deck or in a chain locker.

How do I connect the anchor, chain, and anchor line together? For best performance, connect the anchor, the 2116-RD chain, and the anchor line using steel shackles rather than other hardware.

Is the 2116-RD chain rated for a specific boat make or model? No, the 2116-RD is a universal anchor chain accessory rated by wind condition (up to 30 knots) rather than a specific boat make or model.

Will the PVC coating protect against rust? The red PVC coating on the 2116-RD fully encases the chain, which helps protect the metal underneath from the elements while also cushioning it against the hull or deck.

What comes with the Greenfield Products 2116-RD? The 2116-RD ships as a single 5/16 inch by 5 foot length of red PVC-coated anchor chain; shackles for connecting it to the anchor and rode are not included.