Its simple style, with open barrel structure, minimizes pin surface contact with chain gearing encounter, thus reducing the probability of seizure because of corrosion and the occurrence of materials build in the roots of the sprockets. The chain is very suited, as a result, in handling materials with a inclination to pack and corrode. Metal Pintle chain is steel pintle chain suited a wide variety of agricultural and commercial applications. The chain utilises all heat treated elements with riveted pin style.