It might look normal from the outside, but the engineering inside this incredible new chain design that makes possible a gear range previously found only in 2-chainring drivetrains. And it’s also the biggest contributor to the Eagle drivetrain’s ultra-smooth, precise, durable and quiet performance. The Eagle chain’s links have a smooth radius, with no sharp edges or chamfers, which yield a significant reduction in noise, friction and wear on chainrings and cassette cogs. This design also allows for a flatter plate, which means more consistent chain riveting and greater overall strength. HARD CHROME technology extends the chain’s optimal performance life, and a Titanium Nitride coating on the Gold and Black models decreases corrosion and further reduces friction.
>Product Features
Flow Link
Ultra-smooth chain inner-plates are completely devoid of square edges, resulting in a chain that engages the cassette and chainring with far less friction, for quieter performance and better wear life. The design allows a narrower overall profile that can withstand greater angles, and also allows for a flatter outer-plate, which means more consistent chain riveting and enhanced overall strength.
HARD CHROME
The XX1 Chain has 4 times the elongation (wear) resistance to our other chains. This is due to the new finishing process on the inner links and rollers. Push pin strength and ultimate strength are equivalent to our current chains. The XX1 Chain lasts longer and is just as strong.
PowerLock
SRAM chain engineers developed PowerLock as a tool free, sure and consistent way to connect their 10/11/12 speed chains. While PL does not require special tools for install, the especially tight tolerances of 10/11/12 Speed drive trains mandated that each PowerLock is good for a one-time application only.
Product Specification
Compatible Gears: Eagle 10-50t cassette only
Closing Link: Eagle PowerLock® PVD
Outer Plate: Nickel + PVD Gold or Black
Inner Plate: Chrome plated + PVD Gold or Black
Pin Treatment: Chrome hardened
Rivet Type: Hollow Pin
Recommended Group: XX1 Eagle or X01 Eagle
Speeds: 12
Chain length: 126 links
Compatibility: Eagle