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shackle

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Shackles and snap hooks are essential onboard fasteners that ensure secure and flexible attachment of lines, chains, and other components. They are robustly constructed and can withstand high loads and adverse weather conditions. In the awn online shop, you'll find various designs to suit all your boat's needs.

  • Function and application areas of shackles and carabiners

    Shackles are U-shaped metal loops with a plug or screw pin, while snap hooks feature a spring-loaded snap closure. Both securely connect components and allow for easy separation when needed. They perform important tasks such as connecting ropes, chains, or wire ropes to other fixed elements and are indispensable on almost every boat.

  • Different types of shackles and their use

    There are various types of shackles, such as eyebolt shackles for temporary use and models with a nut and cotter pin for permanent connections that prevent the pin from twisting. Rope shackles made of braided rope offer flexible connections for lines and ropes. Patent shackles score points with their quick operation thanks to spring bolts, ideal for quick deployments.

  • Snap shackle and high-quality materials

    Halyard shackles (snap shackles) are opened via spring bolts and are available with swivel or fixed eyes, as well as various opening mechanisms. High-quality snap shackles like those from Wichard are made of high-strength stainless steel and sometimes have a plastic coating to reduce rope wear. They are indispensable, especially under high forces, such as when hoisting sails.