roller chain

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of chain drive used to transmit mechanical power in many kinds of machinery, such as conveyors and bicycles, consisting of a series of short cylindrical rollers held together by side links and driven by a sprocket.

Word forms

roller chain roller chains

Related words

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