Discover proven methods on how to Measure the Size of a Chain.
- Measuring a chain depends on whether it is a structural chain, a chainsaw chain or a bike chain.
- A motorcycle chain must have all of the previous measurements made as well as width, because the chain return on bikes have close tolerances.
- Measure a structural chain (for chandeliers or other decorative items) by taking a tape measure from one end of the chain to the other.
- Measure a chainsaw chain by measuring the length of the chain with a measuring tape, then count the drive links in the chain; the drive links are links with gear teeth (as opposed to the cutting links that have the blades).
