After sliding the cold shut link between two other links or an attachment, use a hammer to pound the end of the cold shut through the eye. To seal the link, you must peen the extended end of the cold shut, which prevents the link from opening. Use one size larger than chain size.

What is a cold shut?

cold shut. noun. Definition of cold shut (Entry 2 of 2) 1 : the freezing of the surface of liquid metal during the pouring of an ingot or casting due to interrupted or improper pouring also : an imperfection thus caused.

What is a cold shut link?

Cold shut links are designed to repair low grade chains or attach fittings in the field in just a few minutes. These handy links come with a corrosion resistant zinc plating and install easily between two links or a link and fitting with just a hammer.