Limit Gauge

The RUD Limit Gauge offers a fast, safe way to check hoist chain discard condition. Designed for on site use, it measures wear and distortion across multiple chain sizes and is suitable for both national and international hoist brands.

Features

RUD Limit Gauges are designed for fast, reliable chain inspection in real working environments. Engineered for practical on site use, they provide a simple and accurate way to assess hoist chain wear, helping maintain safety, compliance and operational efficiency across a wide range of hoist systems.

Determines discard maturity

Identifies chain discard condition by measuring external pitch and diameter (11t + 2d).

Detects wear and distortion

Highlights pitch increase caused by wear, elongation or deformation.

Measures loaded chains

Can be used directly on the loaded chain strand, minimising downtime.

One gauge, multiple chain sizes

Checks multiple chain dimensions with a single device, matched to hoist types.

Simple, robust design

Easy to use, durable and ideal for regular on-site inspections.

Wide compatibility

Suitable for national and international hoist brands, supporting safe, compliant operation.

Industries

RUD Limit Gauges are used across industries where safe lifting, inspection accuracy and regulatory compliance are critical. Suitable for routine inspection and maintenance of hoist chains, they support safe operation across a wide range of lifting applications and environments.