Wichard Marine Double Folding Pad Eye – 8mm Diameter, 5/16 Inch

Double Folding Pad Eye - 8mm Diameter - 5/16"

Features:

• Fully drop forged product with outstanding working and breaking loads regardless of the angle of the load
• Perfect solution attachment (stay, blocks, jib tack point)
• Possibility to attach several stays
• Modern and optimized design to suit the aesthetics of modern boats
• They can be folded down to minimize the risk of injuries
• The silicon pad eliminates noise and unpleasant vibrations

Applications:

• For any fastening/attachment application
• Allows to attach several shrouds

Specifications:

• Materials: 316L stainless steel grade
• Working load: (lb) 5290 / (kg) 2400
• Breaking load: (lb) 9470 / (kg) 4300
• Weight: (lb) 0.556 / (g) 252

Dimensions:

• A: (inch) 2 21/64" / (mm) 59
• B: (inch) 1 3/8" / (mm) 35
• C: (inch) 43/64" / (mm) 17
• d diameter: (inch) 21/64" / (mm) 8.5
• D diameter: (inch) 5/16" / (mm) 8
• E: (inch) 3 3/16" / (mm) 81
• F: (inch) 2 21/64" / (mm) 59

Caption:

• Working Load (WL): For nautical applications
• Working Load Limit (WLL): For industrial applications only. The safety factor is 5 times the breaking load. WLL = Breaking load / 5

*Sold as an Individual

The Wichard Marine Double Folding Pad Eye, part number 6565W, is a durable and versatile attachment point designed for demanding marine applications. Crafted from high-quality 316L stainless steel, this pad eye offers exceptional strength with a working load capacity of up to 5,290 pounds and a breaking load of 9,470 pounds, ensuring reliable performance under heavy loads. Its fully drop-forged construction guarantees outstanding durability and consistent load-bearing capabilities regardless of load angles, making it an ideal choice for securing stays, attaching blocks, or serving as a jib tack point on modern vessels. The compact yet robust design allows multiple stays to be attached simultaneously, enhancing versatility and safety onboard.
Its modern, optimized aesthetic seamlessly integrates into contemporary boat designs while providing practical functionality. The foldable feature minimizes injury risks by allowing the pad eye to be safely folded down when not in use, and the silicon pad inside the unit helps eliminate noise and vibrations, ensuring a quieter sailing experience. This pad eye is suitable for a wide range of fastening and attachment applications, making it a reliable component for both recreational and professional maritime environments. Whether you need to secure rigging, shrouds, or other hardware, the Wichard Double Folding Pad Eye delivers strength, safety, and aesthetic appeal in one compact package. Its corrosion-resistant properties also ensure longevity in harsh marine conditions, making it a valuable addition to any boat’s hardware arsenal.Sold individually, this pad eye is designed for easy installation and dependable use. Its precise dimensions and high-grade materials make it an essential component for enhancing your vessel’s safety and performance, providing peace of mind on every voyage.

Features:

• Fully drop-forged construction for exceptional strength and durability

• Outstanding working and breaking loads regardless of load angle

• Ideal for securing stays, blocks, and jib tack points

• Can attach multiple stays for added versatility

• Modern, sleek design that complements contemporary boat aesthetics

• Foldable to reduce injury risk and improve safety

• Silicon pad reduces noise and vibrations for a quieter sailing experience

• Corrosion-resistant 316L stainless steel material for longevity in harsh marine environments