Shimano Alfine / Nexus Chain Tensioner CT-S500
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The Shimano Alfine Chain Tensioner CT-S500 for vertical dropouts
The Shimano Alfine chain tensioner CT-S500 (in contrast to CT-S510) has 2 rollers and is intended for mounting the Alfine and Nexus gear hubs in frames with vertical dropouts in combination with the CS-S500 sprocket. It can be used for sprockets from 18 to 20 teeth; the difference between the chainrings must not exceed 16 teeth. There is no compatibility with 1/8" chains.
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Technical Information:
Material: Aluminium
Gearing: 1x
Chainring Difference (max.): 16 t
Largest Sprocket: 20 t
Smallest Sprocket: 18 t
Dropout Width: 5 - 9 mm
Compatibility:
Gear Hubs: Alfine 11-speed, Alfine 8-speed, Nexus 8-speed, Nexus 7-speed
Dropouts: vertical, with derailleur hanger
Brake Type: Disc brake, V-brake, roller brake
Chain: CN-HG53, CN-HG71, CN-HG93 (9-position super narrow)
Sprocket: CS-S500
Cranks: FC-S501 with double chain guard
E-Bike: STEPS E6100, E6180, E6000, E5000, E5080
Features:
- for vertical dropouts
- double roller design
- painted
Manufacturer Numbers:
silver: I-CTS500
black: I-CTS500L
Contents:
- 1 x Shimano Alfine CT-S500 chain tensioner