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 AISI 316 stainless steel captive pin D shackle, with a size of Ø 10 mm, offers secure and reliable rigging for high-stress environments. Its innovative design includes a double threaded screw to minimize the risk of losing the pin, ensuring safety and durability. The product number is 401010 FNI, featuring dimensions A: 40 mm, B: 20 mm, and C: 64 mm.
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€ 3,34
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1-2 weeks delivery time The AISI 316 stainless steel captive pin D shackle, with a shackle diameter of 12 mm and product number 401012 FNI, is designed for high durability and security. Its unique double-threaded captive pin screw minimizes the risk of losing the pin, making it ideal for various applications. Key size specifications include A: 48 mm, B: 24 mm, and C: 83 mm.
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€ 5,58
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1-2 weeks delivery time The AISI 316 stainless steel long D shackles with a captive pin, product number 401024 FNI, are designed for durability and reliability in various applications. With a diameter of 4 mm and size specifications of 30 mm (A), 8 mm (B), and 40 mm (C), these high-quality shackles provide strength and corrosion resistance, making them ideal for marine and industrial environments. Each pack contains 10 pieces.
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€ 13,41
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1-2 weeks delivery time The AISI 316 stainless steel long D shackles with a captive pin, featuring a durable double-thread design, are ideal for secure fastening. With a diameter of 5 mm, they come in a pack of 10 pieces and have size specifications of A: 38 mm, B: 10 mm, and C: 51 mm. The product number is 401025.
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€ 14,40
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1-2 weeks delivery time Introducing our AISI 316 stainless steel long D shackles with a captive pin and double thread, designed for durability and reliability in various applications. With a diameter of 6 mm, height of 45 mm, width of 12 mm, and length of 61 mm, these shackles come in a pack of 10 pieces, making them an excellent upgrade for your rigging hardware. Product Number: 401026 FNI.
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€ 15,91
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1-2 weeks delivery time The AISI 316 stainless steel long D shackles with captive pin are designed for durability and reliability, featuring a double thread for enhanced security. With a diameter of 8 mm and dimensions of 60 mm (A), 16 mm (B), and 82 mm (C), these shackles are ideal for various applications and come in a pack of 10 pieces.
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€ 27,30
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1-2 weeks delivery time The AISI 316 stainless steel long D shackles with captive pin provide remarkable durability and reliability for various applications, featuring a double thread mechanism for enhanced safety and efficiency. With a pin diameter of 10 mm, these shackles measure 75 mm in length, 20 mm in width, and 100 mm in length overall, and they are available in packs of 5 pieces (Product Number: 401030 FNI).
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€ 24,71
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1-2 weeks delivery time The AISI 316 stainless steel long D shackles with captive pins, designed for durability and reliability, feature a robust construction with double threads for enhanced security and ease of use. Each shackle measures 12 mm in diameter, 90 mm in length, and 24 mm in width, with a total length of 121 mm. The pack includes 5 pieces, making it suitable for various applications.
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€ 38,16
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1-2 weeks delivery time The 4 mm Bow Shackles are made from AISI 316L stainless steel and come with a captive pin for enhanced safety and reliability. With certified working and breaking loads, these shackles are engineered for optimal strength across various applications. Product number 401241 FNI ensures easy identification.
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€ 6,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Our Bow Shackles, sized at 5 mm and crafted from high-quality AISI 316L stainless steel, are designed for durability and reliability in rigging applications. With excellent corrosion resistance and strength, these bow shackles feature a captive pin and come with certified working and breaking loads, making them an essential component for various needs. Product number: 401242 FNI.
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€ 7,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time Bow shackles, essential for lifting and securing loads, are made of AISI 316L stainless steel and come in a 6 mm size. This specific model, with product number 401243 FNI, features a captive pin for increased safety and is certified for both working load (WL) and breaking load (BL).
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€ 9,61
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1-2 weeks delivery time The 8 mm Bow Shackles are crafted from high-quality AISI 316L stainless steel, offering reliable safety and performance for various applications. These shackles feature a captive pin and come with certified working load (WL) and breaking load (BL) ratings, ensuring strength and durability when you need it most. Product Number: 401244 FNI.
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€ 15,59
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1-2 weeks delivery time Bow shackles are crucial rigging components known for their reliable strength and performance. Made from high-quality AISI 316L stainless steel, the 10 mm shackles feature a captive pin and are designed to endure demanding conditions while ensuring secure connections. They come with certified loading and breaking strength capacities, making them a dependable choice for various applications.
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€ 25,27
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1-2 weeks delivery time Bow shackles, specifically the 12 mm size, are crucial for various rigging and lifting applications. Made from durable AISI 316L stainless steel, they are designed for reliability and strength with a captive pin feature. This product, identified by FNI Product Number 401246, includes certified working and breaking loads to ensure safe operations.
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€ 40,37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The S.S AISI 316 Extra Large D Shackles, made from high-quality AISI 316 stainless steel, are designed for heavy-duty applications and provide superior strength and durability. Measuring 6 mm in diameter, these shackles are resistant to corrosion and wear, making them ideal for various marine and industrial uses. Key specifications include a product number of 401306 FNI, with sizes of 36 mm (A), 24 mm (B), and 43 mm (C).
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€ 1,95
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1-2 weeks delivery time The S.S AISI 316 Extra Large D Shackles, with a diameter of 8 mm and product number 401308 FNI, are designed for strength and durability, making them ideal for marine and industrial applications. They feature an overall size of 48 mm (A) x 32 mm (B) x 64 mm (C) and are made from high-quality S.S AISI 316 material.
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€ 3,22
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1-2 weeks delivery time The S.S AISI 316 Extra Large D Shackles, designed for heavy-duty applications, are crafted from high-quality stainless steel, making them ideal for marine and industrial use due to their excellent corrosion resistance. With a shackle size of Ø 10 mm and dimensions of 60 mm (A), 40 mm (B), and 89 mm (C), they ensure reliability and strength in demanding environments.
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€ 5,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Stainless Steel Shackle 4 mm, made from high-quality AISI 316L stainless steel, offers exceptional durability and corrosion resistance for various applications. It features a captive pin design and comes with certified working and breaking load limits, making it reliable even in harsh environments. The product number for this shackle is 401401.
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€ 9,10
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Stainless Steel Shackle 5 mm, product number 401402 FNI, is crafted from durable AISI 316L stainless steel, designed to handle demanding environments with reliability. It features a captive pin design and offers secure connections for various applications, along with certified working and breaking loads.
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€ 11,02
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Stainless Steel Shackle 6 mm, featuring a captive pin and made from AISI 316L stainless steel, is built for durability and strength, making it suitable for various applications. It has a FNI product number of 401403 and is certified with specified working and breaking loads, ensuring reliability in challenging environments.
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€ 14,50
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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.