Protector Chains

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Protector 13mm vs 16mm Security Chain

Last Updated: 21st September, 2026

The Protector 13mm and 16mm are both serious security chains, but they suit different priorities. Choose the 13mm chain if you need a strong chain that can stil...

Standard Chain or Noose Security Chain: Which Should I Choose?

Last Updated: 21st September, 2026

A standard security chain has ordinary links at both ends. A noose chain has an enlarged link at one end, allowing the rest of the chain to pass through it and...

Does chain length affect motorcycle security?

Last Updated: 4th January, 2026

Yes — chain length can affect motorcycle security, but not in the same way that chain thickness does. Chain length mainly affects how you can use the cha...

Is a 16mm motorcycle chain enough?

Last Updated: 3rd January, 2026

Yes — a 16mm motorcycle security chain is enough for most real-world theft scenarios, provided it is properly hardened, used correctly, and paired with a...

Will you be producing more Noose chains?

Last Updated: 8th July, 2025

Yes, we have restarted production of noose chains and they are now available to buy. We are now producing 11mm, 13mm and 16mm noose chains in various lengths an...

Video: How to fit different locks to your chain

Last Updated: 27th March, 2025

This video provides advice and good practice on how to correctly use various locks with our Protector security chains. It ight all sound a bit obvious but we ha...

Pragmasis Protector Chains Video Overview

Last Updated: 27th March, 2025

This series of videos gives you an overview of each of the chains in our Protector range. The videos are design to help you understand why we make these differe...

Video: Security chain terminology

Last Updated: 27th March, 2025

The following video explains the terms that we use when describing security chains, including chain 'gauge', link 'pitch' and Long Link vs. Short Link. Take a l...

Video: Security Chain Heat Treatment

Last Updated: 27th March, 2025

Unlike a lot of security chain manufacturers, we heat treat our chains and coat them to improve their performance. Heat treating is important, however, it isn'...

Have your security chains been independently tested?

Last Updated: 27th January, 2025

Have your security chains been independently tested? Yes. Our Protector security chains have undergone independent testing by Sold Secure, achieving grades i...

What Thickness Security Chain Do I Need?

Last Updated: 27th January, 2025

The right thickness comes down to one trade-off: how much you need to carry the chain versus how much attack resistance you need. As a starting point: 11mm &md...

How do I know which length of security chain I need?

Last Updated: 11th December, 2024

We recommend that you put your item (motorcycle, bicycle, generator etc) to be secured in a trial position and then loop a piece of rope (or string if you don't...