Chain KMC X12 EPT126L grey
KMC X12 EPT is a 12-speed chain with eco-friendly anti-rust coating for harsh weather. 650-hour salt-spray tested, durable and easy to clean.
Overview
Chain KMC X12 EPT126L grey
The EPT-marked chain uses a special treatment that makes it over ten times more resistant to harsh weather. Protection against salt, rain and snow also makes cleaning the chain significantly easier — an ideal choice for tough conditions.
Specifications:
- Size: 1/2" x 11/128"
- Pin length: 5.2 mm
- Links: 126
- Weight: 268 g
- Colour: Dark silver
Features:
- High performance
- Extremely durable
- Anti-rust protection
- EcoProTeQ coating – environmentally friendly treatment
- Compatible with SRAM MTB and Shimano 12-speed rear derailleurs
EcoProTeQ EPT
KMC’s non-toxic, eco-friendly EcoProTeQ (EPT) technology provides outstanding corrosion resistance — the first signs of rust appear only after a 650-hour salt-spray test. This doubles durability versus conventional coatings and sets new standards.
Advice
Derailleur drivetrains must withstand weather and sustained loads while shifting smoothly and quietly. Modern materials, coatings and design refinements (e.g. x-Bridge) deliver long service life with regular care. Check your chain and its elongation with a gauge at regular intervals.
Wear depends heavily on usage and shifting habits. A worn chain accelerates wear of other — usually more expensive — components (front and rear cogs, jockey wheels). To prevent excessive wear and preserve shifting quality, clean and maintain the chain regularly and replace it in time.
