Wichard Folding Pad Eye - Diameter 15/64"

Upgrade your marine vessel with our top-of-the-line 1/4" Folding Pad Eye, designed to provide unmatched strength, durability, and safety for all your boating needs. Crafted from premium 316L stainless steel, this pad eye seamlessly blends functionality with a sleek, modern aesthetic, making it an essential addition to any seaworthy boat.

Product Overview

The 1/4" Folding Pad Eye is engineered to enhance both the safety and functionality of your boat. Its robust construction ensures reliable performance in various marine environments, while the innovative folding design offers added safety by minimizing the risk of accidental injuries when not in use. Whether you’re securing sails, lifelines, or deck equipment, this pad eye delivers the dependable strength you need.

Key Features

• Versatile Fastening Solution: Ideal for securing sails, stays, blocks, lifelines, jib tack points, and tethers, providing reliable attachment points across a wide range of marine applications.
• Superior Strength: Fully drop-forged from 316L stainless steel, this pad eye offers exceptional working and breaking loads regardless of the load angle, ensuring maximum safety and performance.
• Modern Aesthetic: Its contemporary design complements the sleek lines of modern boats, enhancing both the visual appeal and functionality of your vessel.
• Foldable Design for Safety: The innovative folding mechanism allows the pad eye to be tucked away when not in use, significantly reducing the risk of accidental injuries during operation.
• Noise and Vibration Dampening: Equipped with a silicone pad that effectively eliminates noise and minimizes unpleasant vibrations, ensuring a quieter and more comfortable experience on board.
• Corrosion-Resistant Construction: Made from 17.4 pH stainless steel, offering excellent resistance to corrosion and extending the lifespan of the pad eye in harsh marine environments.

Applications

• Marine Rigging: Perfect for use in shrouds, stays, and jib tack points, providing secure attachment points for sails and rigging components.
• Lifelines and Tethers: Offers dependable anchoring points for lifelines and safety tethers, enhancing overall vessel safety.
• Deck Fastenings: Suitable for a variety of deck fastening needs, including securing lines, anchors, and other essential equipment.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose Our 1/4" Folding Pad Eye?

Selecting the right marine hardware is crucial for ensuring the safety and performance of your boat. Our 1/4" Folding Pad Eye stands out in the market due to its superior material quality, innovative design, and versatile applications. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a boating enthusiast, this pad eye offers the reliability and durability you need to navigate confidently.

Installation and Maintenance

Installing the 1/4" Folding Pad Eye is straightforward, thanks to its user-friendly design. Ensure you follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for optimal placement and secure fastening. Regular maintenance involves cleaning with fresh water and inspecting for any signs of wear to maintain peak performance and longevity.

Customer Reviews

Don’t just take our word for it—our customers love the 1/4" Folding Pad Eye for its robust construction and ease of use. Join the community of satisfied boat owners who trust our products to keep their vessels safe and functional.

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Enhance your boat’s safety and functionality with our premium 1/4" Folding Pad Eye. Click the "Add to Cart" button now to secure yours and experience the difference in quality and performance.

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