Nominally derailleur chains are called “3/32-inch chain.” However that is not a true measurement, as modern derailleur chains can vary from that sizing. Some nominal widths measured across the rivet between chains are: 12 rear cogs — 5.3 mm.17 feb 2017
Are 9 and 10 speed chains the same?
10-speed chains have the same inner/roller width as 9-speed chains while being narrower. Therefore, a 10-speed chain meets the compatibility requirements because it has enough inner space for a 9-speed sprocket and doesn't cause rubbing due to its slimmer profile.
How do you size a 9 speed chain?
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Are 8 and 9 speed chains compatible?
Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo all use the same chain with 8 speeds. ... Of others, 9 speed chain can work. It is a bit narrower than optimal, but it can be used. Reverse is not wise, since wider 5 – 8 speed chain can get stuck between narrower 9 speed sprockets.27 abr 2016
Will an 8 speed chain work on a 9 speed chainset?
An 8 speed chain will jam in a 9 speed cassette and work absolutely fine on 8 or 7 speed hyperglide cassetes sprockets.
Can you replace a 8 speed with a 9 speed cassette?
Since the 8-speed sprocket and the 9-speed sprocket are the exact same size, it is possible to convert to 9-speed without changing the wheel. Simply remove the current 8-speed cassette sprocket and replace it with a 9-speed cassette sprocket to convert to 9-speed.30 mar 2021
Will a 10 speed chain work on a 8 speed cassette?
A 10 speed chain should work on an 8-speed drivetrain. if you want 10 speeds, you will need a 10 speed-specific chain, cassette, derailleur and shifter (and a new cable while you're at it).30 may 2016
What is the difference between a 9 speed chain and a 10 speed chain?
The main difference between them is the size of the spacing applied. Notably, both 9 and 10-speed chainrings are about 2mm thick. On the other hand, the internal width on nine-speed and ten-speed chains is 2.18mm on average. So, you can use a 10-speed chain comfortably with a 9-speed crankset.
Are 7 speed and 9 speed chains the same?
7, 8, and 9 speed chains have the same inner width, but 9 speed chains have thinner outer plates for a thinner overall chain. So while a 9 speed chain works fine on a 7 or 8 speed drivetrain, it will be a weaker chain that tends to "stretch" faster.5 mar 2011
Are all 9 speed chains the same?
Chain width is about 6.7 mm. Front chainrings are less sensitive to the thickness of chain used. Otherwise, all the 9 speed chains will work well, regardless of the manufacturer: Campagnolo, SRAM and Shimano.27 abr 2016
What does the speed of a chain mean?
Speeds, when applied to bikes, refers to the total number of speeds it has with the cassette (or freewheel) multiplied by the chainring on the crankset.21 sept 2016
Are 9 speed and 10 speed chains interchangeable?
Condensed answer: In most cases, a 10-speed chain will operate just fine with a 9-speed cassette because it's slim enough to move up and down the rear cogs without rubbing or skipping.
Can you use a 9 speed quick link on a 10 speed chain?
Definitely fine. Especially as 10-spd sram links are 1 use only, which is crap (and expensive). Have a sram 9 speed powerlink on a ten speed clark's chains for a couple of thousand miles without issues. No extra wear or shifting problems.
Are 9 and 10 speed chainrings the same?
9 and 10 speed chains are the same internal width, so single chainrings are totally interchangable. On a double or triple there's scope for problems, but 1 x 10 with your older Middleburn will be fine.