Links are oblong shaped that are intended to be placed in the hook of a crane as liftingandrigging.com.my/wire-rope/">wire rope or chain slings collector. Links are designated to Masterlinks and Masterlink Assemblies.Masterlinks in good practice shall not contain more than 2 slings in 1 lifting direction. Any additional slings will require the use of Masterlink Assemblies to minimize obstructions and interference. Masterlinks in good practice shall not contain more than 2 slings in 1 lifting direction. Any additional slings will require the use of Masterlink Assemblies to minimize obstructions and interference.