A boat anchor is an essential tool used for securing a vessel in place by gripping the seabed. It typically consists of a heavy metal object with protruding flukes or blades designed to dig into the seabed and provide reliable holding power. Boat anchors are crucial for various marine activities such as fishing, mooring, and docking, ensuring stability and safety for the boat while stationary. They come in various sizes and designs to accommodate different boat types and water conditions. Boat anchor kits often include additional accessories like ropes and shackles, providing everything needed for efficient anchoring. Additionally, river anchors are specifically designed for use in flowing water, offering enhanced stability and grip in river currents.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.220.02 fixed anchor chain connector is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, providing superior corrosion resistance for marine applications. Its streamlined, protrusion-free design ensures anchor chains (9-10 mm) pass smoothly through bow rollers without tangling or snagging on shackles. Dimensions: 115 mm length, 13 mm B size, 11 mm C size, 19 mm L size, 29 mm G size, and 11 mm P size.
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€ 40,50
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.230.01 anchor chain-line connect adapter is made of mirror-polished AISI 316 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and durability. Designed to connect a 6 mm chain to a 10 mm line without the need for knots, it is ideal for anchor setups and stern mooring.
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€ 26,89
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.230.02 anchor chain-line connect adapter is manufactured from mirror-polished AISI 316 stainless steel, providing exceptional corrosion resistance and durability. It allows secure connection between an 8 mm chain and a 12 mm line without knots, making it ideal for anchor chains and stern mooring setups.
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€ 29,34
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.671.06 anchor chain connecting link is made of stainless steel, designed for calibrated 6 mm chains. It provides a breaking load of 700 kg, ensuring secure and durable connection of chain sections for marine applications. Compact dimensions: 11 mm A1, 23 mm A, and 21 mm L.
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€ 3,27
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.671.08 anchor chain connecting link is made of stainless steel for high corrosion resistance and durability. Designed for calibrated 8 mm chains, it ensures secure chain connection with a breaking load of 1240 kg. Compact dimensions: 12.5 mm A1, 29 mm A, 24 mm L.
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€ 3,57
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.671.10 anchor chain connecting link is made of stainless steel, ensuring excellent corrosion resistance and durability for marine applications. Designed for calibrated 10 mm chains, it provides a breaking load of 1940 kg, ensuring secure and reliable chain connections. Dimensions: 15 mm A1, 34.5 mm A, 29 mm L.
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€ 3,87
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.671.12 anchor chain connecting link is made of stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and high strength for marine environments. Designed for calibrated 12 mm chains, it provides a breaking load of 2780 kg, ensuring reliable and secure chain connections. Dimensions: 19 mm A1, 42 mm A, 38 mm L.
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€ 7,39
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.672.06 anchor chain 8-pin connecting link is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, providing superior corrosion resistance and high strength. Designed with 8 sealing pins, it ensures smooth operation in winch gypsies, preventing dangerous jamming. Compatible with calibrated 6 mm chain. Breaking load: 1630 kg.
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€ 11,77
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.672.08 anchor chain 8-pin connecting link is made of AISI 316 stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance and durability in marine environments. The 8 sealing pin structure provides high strength and ensures smooth operation in winch gypsies, preventing dangerous jamming. Suitable for calibrated 8 mm chain. Breaking load: 3200 kg.
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€ 14,48
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.672.10 anchor chain 8-pin connecting link is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, ensuring superior corrosion resistance and high strength. The 8 sealing pin structure provides a breaking load of 5000 kg and guarantees smooth operation in winch gypsies without jamming. Designed for calibrated 10 mm chain.
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€ 15,77
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.672.12 anchor chain 8-pin connecting link is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and high strength. Its 8 sealing pin structure ensures a breaking load of 6500 kg and guarantees smooth operation in winch gypsies, preventing dangerous jamming. Designed for calibrated 12 mm chain.
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€ 21,60
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.738.01 Twist chain/anchor connector swivel is made of mirror-polished AISI 316 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and durability. Designed for 6/8 mm chains, it automatically orients asymmetric anchors (Bruce, Delta, Trefoil®) as they are raised, ensuring correct alignment for smooth entry into bow rollers or hawseholes. Includes connection for Osculati 01.080.10 shackle.
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€ 68,66
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.738.02 Twist chain/anchor connector swivel is made of mirror-polished AISI 316 stainless steel for outstanding corrosion resistance and strength. Designed for 10/12 mm chains, it ensures asymmetric anchors (Bruce, Delta, Trefoil®) automatically align correctly when raised, allowing smooth entry into the bow roller or hawsehole. Compatible with shackles Osculati 01.080.10, 01.080.12, and 01.080.14.
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€ 170,79
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.739.01 Trimmer swivel connector is made of polished AISI 316 stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and strength. Designed for 6/8 mm chains, it features a double joint to prevent lever boom effects and oscillation during lifting, ensuring smooth approach to the roller or bow. Equipped with safety screws and a side load capacity 3 times higher than traditional connectors. Breaking load: 3200 kg.
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€ 129,78
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.739.02 Trimmer swivel connector is made of polished AISI 316 stainless steel, offering exceptional corrosion resistance and strength. Designed for 10/12 mm chains, it features a double joint to eliminate lever boom effects and prevent oscillation during lifting, ensuring smooth entry into the roller or bow. Equipped with safety screws and offers side load capacity 3 times stronger than traditional connectors. Breaking load: 8500 kg.
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€ 303,42
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.739.03 Trimmer swivel connector is made of polished AISI 316 stainless steel, offering outstanding corrosion resistance and high strength. Designed for 12 mm chains, it features a double joint that eliminates the lever boom effect and prevents oscillation during lifting, ensuring smooth entry into the bow roller. It includes safety screws and provides side load capacity 3 times greater than standard connectors. Breaking load: 12000 kg.
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€ 424,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.740.08 anchor swivel connector is made of precision-cast AISI 316 stainless steel, offering superior corrosion resistance and strength. Designed for 6/8 mm chains, its protrusion-free design ensures smooth chain passage through the bow roller and prevents shackle entanglement. This reinforced model features an exclusive Osculati finish and provides a breaking load of 3500 kg.
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€ 25,22
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.740.09 Trefoil anchor swivel is made of precision-cast AISI 316 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and strength. Designed for 6/8 mm chain and anchors up to 20 kg, its protrusion-free construction ensures smooth chain passage through the bow roller and prevents shackle entanglement. This is a reinforced model with exclusive Osculati finish for added reliability.
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€ 35,68
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.740.10 anchor swivel connector is made of precision-cast AISI 316 stainless steel for outstanding corrosion resistance and strength. Designed for 9/10 mm chains, its protrusion-free construction allows smooth chain passage through the bow roller and prevents shackle entanglement. The reinforced model with exclusive Osculati finish provides a breaking load of 6150 kg for reliable marine performance.
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€ 51,11
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Osculati 01.740.12 Maxi anchor swivel connector is made of mirror-polished AISI 316 stainless steel, providing exceptional corrosion resistance and strength for marine use. Designed for 12/14 mm chains, it ensures smooth chain passage through the bow roller while preventing shackle entanglement. This maxi version delivers a breaking load of 9470 kg for demanding anchoring setups.
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€ 116,39
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What are the different types of boat anchors and their specific uses?
There are various options, from navy anchors to slip ring shanks – all hot-dipped galvanized for added durability. Whether you're shopping for boat anchors for your pontoon boat accessories or jet ski anchor kits, there's an anchor with pre-wound braided rope suitable for your needs.
For secure holding in sand or mud and reliable performance in various conditions, explore our full range of Fluke Anchors.
For a dependable and efficient anchoring solution, explore our selection of Small Boat Anchor, designed for secure holding and stability in different seabed conditions.
What are the features and benefits of a Marine Anchors, and in what situations is it best suited for anchoring?
The fluke style anchor, also known as the sand anchor or beach anchor, is designed to provide ultimate holding power in sandy or muddy bottoms. Its lightweight design makes it ideal for kayaks, paddle boards, and small vessel, offering unmatched efficiency and exceptional holding power. Plus, with heavy-duty steel construction, it works great for larger boats too, providing reliable anchoring in various marine environments.
For additional anchoring needs in drifting or emergency situations, many boaters also equip their vessels with a Floating Anchor, ensuring stability and control in a wider range of conditions.
Can you explain the components and parts of anchors for boats and their roles in the anchoring system?
Certainly! A boat anchor typically consists of the anchor itself, anchor line, and storage bag for convenient transport. Whether you're using a camco trac outdoors anchor or a grapnel anchor with self-lubricating nylon wheels, each component plays a crucial role in keeping your watercraft securely anchored.