CA-type Steel Chain VS. Other Agri Chains: A Quick Guide
What Is CA-type Agricultural Chains
A CA-type agricultural chain is a heavy-duty steel roller chain engineered for farming environments. It features hardened steel plates, solid rollers, and strong pins capable of handling:
✅ High shock loads
✅ Dusty or abrasive conditions
✅ Frequent start-stop operation
Common CA-type Agricultural Chain Size:
CA-type Chain VS. Other Agricultural Chain Types
The following comparison highlights when CA series Agricultural chains are better—and when alternatives may be more suitable.
Chain Strength & Durability
| Chain Type | Chain Strength | Typical Application |
| CA-type Agricultural Chain | High★★★★★ | Combine harvesters, balers, conveyors |
| A-type Agricultural Chain | Medium★★★ | Light-medium duty application |
| Steel Pintle Chain | Strong★★★★ | Feed systems, muddy and dirty conditions |
Attachment Roller Chain | High★★★★ | Precision material handling with custom attachemnts |
CA550, CA555, CA557, and CA620 Agricultural Chains provide excellent impact resistance, making them ideal for harvesters and balers.
Environment Suitability
| Environment | Best Chain Type | Reason |
| Dusty, Dry field | CA type agricultural chain | Strong, reliable, low wear |
| Muddy, Wet, Sticky | Steel pintle chain | Easy cleaning, open barrel design |
| High-temperature or corrosive | Corrosion resistance | |
Heavy material conveying | High load capacity, customizable |
Chain Attachment Compatibility
CA-type agricultural chains are widely used because they have acceptance:
✔ A-series attachments (A1, A2, A22)
✔ C-series attachments (C5E, C6E, C11E)
✔ K-series attachments (K1, K2, K39)
Chain attachments make CA-type agricultural chains ideal for conveyors, balers, harvester machines, and crop handling systems. We have various chain attachments for your application.
Chain Specification Comparison Table
Tips: Chain dimensions vary slightly by manufacturer. Use this table as a reference; always confirm your machine's requirements.
CA-type Agricultural Chain Size
CA-type Chain VS. Pintle Chain VS. A-type Chain
| Feature | |||
| Load Capacity | High | Medium | Medium-high |
| Shock Resistance | Excellent | Medium | Good |
| Chain Attachment | Many Options | Limited | Limited |
Dirt/Mud Resistance | Moderate | Moderate | Excellent |
Cleaning | Moderate | Moderate | Very Easy |
Update your agricultural machinery with our CA-type chains that deliver reliable performance in every season.
At CTS-ChinaTransmissionS, we manufacture agricultural chains designed to withstand heavy loads, abrasive environments, and long operating hours.
We provide CA-type agricultural chain replacements for agricultural harvesters. If you have any needs, please contact us.
FAQs
What makes cA-type chains different from regular roller chains?
They have thicker side plates, solid rollers, and stronger pins, making them suitable for agricultural shock loads.
Can CA-type steel agricultural chains operate in wet or muddy environments?
Yes, but for extremely muddy or sticky conditions, steel pintle chains perform better.
Which CA-type Chain size is most popular?
CA550 and CA557 are the most widely used in combine harvesters and conveyors.
