Wire rope and rigging hardware are used for lifting, load securing, and structural support in marine, industrial, and commercial applications. Products such as wire rope slings, aircraft cable, swaged assemblies, sockets, eye-and-eye slings, and heavy-duty rigging components provide reliable connections for lifting systems. Manufactured from galvanized or vinyl-coated steel, they are designed for strength, durability, and safe operation under demanding working conditions.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2750 Speedlink trigger snap shackle, 72 mm in length, combines lightweight design with high strength, forged from HR stainless steel. It opens effortlessly under load, resists accidental release, and is suitable for foresail tack points, offering a working load of 1100 kg.
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$ 215.92
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2752 Speedlink trigger snap shackle is 83 mm long and precision-engineered for foresail tack points, delivering high durability and safety with easy operation under load. Its HR stainless steel construction provides excellent strength with a working load of 1440 kg.
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$ 229.75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2754 Speedlink trigger snap shackle, 102 mm, is forged from HR stainless steel and optimized for foresail tack points. Its streamlined design ensures smooth operation, resistance to accidental opening, and reliable performance under a working load of 2320 kg.
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$ 258.61
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2756 Speedlink trigger snap shackle, 128 mm, delivers maximum load capacity with minimal weight. Forged from HR stainless steel, it allows smooth manual or fid-assisted release and is optimized for foresail tack applications with a working load of 4300 kg.
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$ 340.59
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2757 snap shackle, 140 mm in length, provides high strength and precision with a webbing eye and reliable trigger system, ensuring secure attachment and ease of use in demanding marine conditions, with a working load of 4160 kg.
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$ 254.01
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2773 quick release snap shackle, 80 mm, features a large swiveling eye for smooth rotation and quick operation. Forged from HR stainless steel, it is suitable for spinnaker sheets and multiple line attachments, supporting a working load of 880 kg.
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$ 104.20
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2774 quick release snap shackle, 90 mm, has a large bail and free-swiveling design, forged from HR stainless steel. It ensures reliable performance for spinnaker and multi-line attachments under a working load of 1280 kg.
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$ 112.29
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2775 quick release snap shackle, 110 mm, offers a robust HR stainless steel construction with a large bail, delivering dependable performance for spinnaker handling and marine line applications, supporting a working load of 1600 kg.
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$ 136.24
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2776 quick release snap shackle, 120 mm, combines strength and flexibility with a large swiveling eye. Forged from HR stainless steel, it is ideal for spinnaker operations with a working load of 2400 kg.
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$ 172.03
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2777 quick release snap shackle, 145 mm, provides exceptional strength and smooth rotation with a large swiveling eye. Its HR stainless steel construction ensures durability and reliable performance under a working load of 2800 kg.
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$ 263.25
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2778 quick release snap shackle, 160 mm, features a large swiveling eye for maximum flexibility and is forged from HR stainless steel for superior load capacity and durability, supporting a working load of 5200 kg.
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$ 461.83
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2831 Pelican lifeline hook, 100 mm, is designed for efficient lifeline gate closure, using an eccentric shape and extended arm to apply proper tension, made from HR stainless steel with a working load of 640 kg.
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$ 102.75
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2834 automatic lifeline hook, M6 x 100 mm, allows one-handed operation with a forged Duplex stainless steel body and composite trigger. Compact, UV resistant, and corrosion-free, it provides reliable performance in marine environments.
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$ 44.16
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2835 automatic lifeline hook, M8 x 125 mm, is a single-handed locking hook made from Duplex stainless steel with a PBT trigger. It is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and built for durable marine applications, supporting a working load of 640 kg.
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$ 44.16
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2852 Snap Swivel Shackle Speedlink, 105 mm, balances lightweight design with high performance for spinnaker sheets and halyards. Forged from HR stainless steel, it allows easy release under load and prevents accidental opening, supporting a working load of 1440 kg.
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$ 265.55
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2856 Snap Swivel Shackle Speedlink, 135 mm, offers a larger, lightweight design for racing applications, forged from HR stainless steel. It provides smooth operation, superior strength, and resistance to accidental release, with a working load of 4100 kg.
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$ 346.37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2994 anchor chain hook, 85 mm, is designed for 8 mm chains to ensure smooth anchoring and prevent chain chafe. Its one-piece forged Duplex stainless steel construction allows single-handed operation with a working load of 480 kg.
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$ 37.53
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 29944 Anchor Chain Hook Kit comes ready to use with a stainless steel chain grip and a pre-spliced 12 mm polyester rope, featuring a wear indicator and designed for mooring on sailing and motor boats.
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$ 81.98
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 2995 Anchor Chain Hook is designed for 10 mm chains, offering secure anchoring with a single-piece forged construction that minimizes chain wear and provides excellent corrosion resistance.
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$ 50.51
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Wichard 29955 Anchor Chain Hook Kit includes a stainless steel hook and a pre-spliced 12 mm polyester rope, ready to use with no splicing skills needed, and features a wear indicator suitable for sailing and motor boats.
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$ 88.04
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What is stainless steel wire rope and how is it used in marine, industrial, and heavy duty wire rope rigging applications?
Stainless steel wire rope is a high-strength cable used in marine, industrial, and heavy-duty wire rope rigging applications for lifting, load securing, and structural support. It is commonly assembled into wire rope lifting systems, lifting slings, wire rope bridle slings, single leg slings, and eye and eye configurations using swaged fittings, Flemish eye terminations, splices, loops, grips, sockets, and other mechanical components that meet recognized safety and technical standards.
Its corrosion resistance, durability, and reliable breaking performance make it well suited for demanding environments where secure load handling and long service life are essential.
How do wire rope grips, thimbles, and swaged fittings secure mechanical wire rope connections?
Wire rope grips, thimbles, and swaged fittings work together to create strong, secure mechanical wire rope connections by maintaining proper cable alignment, reducing wear, and distributing loads evenly. They are widely used in heavy-duty lifting, sliding choker assemblies, and other rigging applications where forged components, reliable fasteners, and durable fittings are essential for safety and long-term performance.
Properly fabricated assemblies help preserve connection integrity under demanding working conditions, including applications using vinyl coated galvanized wire rope in marine and industrial environments.
What is the purpose of an eye and eye wire rope sling?
An eye and eye wire rope sling is designed to provide secure attachment points at both ends for lifting, towing, and load-handling operations in marine and industrial environments. Manufactured using swaged or mechanically formed terminations, these assemblies offer dependable strength, efficient load distribution, and reliable performance while meeting established industry safety requirements.
Their durable construction makes them suitable for repeated use in demanding rigging applications where secure and stable connections are essential.