ASTM A906 Grade 80 and 100 alloy steel chain slings
CurrentLatest edition found. Still confirm amendments with the publisher.
- Edition
- ASTM A906/A906M-02(2022)
- Publisher
- ASTM
- Part family
- Lifting & rigging
- Reviewed
- 27 October 2026 · source checked
Is ASTM A906 still current?
Yes. ASTM A906/A906M-02(2022) is the latest edition MechAtlas found (MechAtlas review: 27 October 2026). Check the publisher for amendments before you specify it.
What it covers
Requirements, rating and test methods for welded and mechanical alloy chain slings for overhead lifting.
Parts that use ASTM A906
- Lifting chain and chain sling (USA (ASME / ASTM), main)
Short-link alloy steel chain, and slings made from it with master links and hooks, used to lift loads with cranes and hoists.
Grades: Grade 80 / Grade 100
Alloy chain slings for overhead lifting. A906/A906M-02(2022).
Official source
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Other lifting & rigging standards
- IS 6132 Replaced
Shackles (old Indian) - ASME B30.9 / B30.26 / EN 1492 / EN 13889 Changing
Slings, rigging hardware, shackles - ISO 2408 / EN 12385 / IS 2266 Changing
Steel wire rope requirements - ISO 2415 Changing
Forged dee and bow shackles - ISO 4309 Changing
Wire rope care, inspection and discard - API 9A Current
Specification for wire rope (oil and gas) - ASME B30.16 Current
Underhung and stationary hoists - ASME B30.2 Current
Overhead and gantry cranes: operation, inspection - ASME B30.20 Current
Below-the-hook devices: marking, inspection - ASME BTH-1 Current
Design of below-the-hook devices - ASTM A1023 Current
Carbon steel wire ropes for general purposes - ASTM A391 Current
Grade 80 alloy steel chain