M3
CHAIN
HOOK

M3 Chain Hook

Introducing a better way to attach a snubber to your chain rode. Our latest innovation is the chain hook that closes around the chain link. This design gives sufficient strength in the smallest package possible, so that it can fit easily through most bow rollers and is easy to put on and remove.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The M3 Chain Hook, or chain grabber securely latches to the chain even when chain is unloaded, making it much safer than standard chain hooks that often fall off.
The M3 Hook is made from 2205 Duplex Stainless Steel designed to survive in a harsh marine environment and is still the strongest chain hook on the market.
Ideal for use with a snubber or a bridle.
Fits BBB, Proofcoil, Hi Test and Stainless Chain.
Available for 1/4 inch / 6mm, 5/16 inch/ 8mm, 3/8 inch/10mm, 1/2 inch/12mm , 5/8 inch chain/ 14mm.

Hook Sizing Recommendations

Hook Size	WLL	UBS	Shackle (Size)	Recommended Snubber Rope
M3CH1 1/4 in (6-7mm) – 5/16 (8mm)	2,507 lbs	10,028 lbs	7/16 in Shackle	1/2 in – 5/8 in
M3CH2 5/16 in (8 mm) – 3/8 in (10 mm)	3,344 lbs	13,376 lbs	1/2 in Shackle	5/8 in – 3/4 in
M3CH3 3/8 in (10 mm) – 1/2 in (12-13 mm)	4,803 lbs	19,214 lbs	5/8 in Shackle	3/4 in – 1 in
M3CH4 1/2 in (12-13 mm) – 5/8 in (15 – 16 mm)	TBD	TBD	5/8 or 3/4 in Shackle	1 in – 1 1/4 in

The safety factor we used to determine the safe working load is 4, where other manufacturers use the safety factor of 3 or lower thus UBS is the best way to compare strength between products.

STRENGTH OF SHACKLES INCLUDED WITH THE M3 CHAIN HOOKS

2205 Duplex Stainless Steel Shackle	WLL	UBS
7/16 inch (used with M3CH1)	3250 lbs	13,000 lbs
1/2 inch (used with M3CH2)	5750 lbs	23,000 lbs
5/8 inch (used with M3CH3 or M3CH4)	7500 lbs	30,000 lbs
3/4 inch (used with M3CH4)	TBD	TBD