Wichard HR Snap Shackle Fixed Eye, 70mm
€81.37 Original price was: €81.37.€73.23Current price is: €73.23.
The Wichard 2472 HR Snap Shackle with Fixed Eye 70mm is a compact, high-strength snap shackle designed for sailing applications where free rotation is not required.
Forged from HR 17-4 PH stainless steel, it combines a fixed-eye connection with a captive plunger pin for secure and convenient operation.
The shackle opens easily by pulling the plunger pin, with the option to attach a lanyard for easier release. Despite weighing only 90g, it delivers an impressive 1,280kg Working Load for nautical applications and 3,000kg Breaking Load.
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The Wichard 2472 is a strong, lightweight and practical stainless steel snap shackle, designed for demanding sailing applications.
It features a fixed eye, making it ideal for connections where free rotation is not required.
Made from forged high-strength 17-4 PH stainless steel, it offers excellent strength and reliable performance in marine conditions.
With a working load of 1,280kg and a weight of only 90g, it is an excellent choice for sailing rigging and other high-load marine connections.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Wichard
- Product Code: 2472
- Type: HR Snap Shackle
- Connection: Fixed Eye
- Material: High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel
- Construction: Forged
- Length: 70mm
- Dimension A: 21mm
- Dimension B: 13mm
- Working Load: 1,280kg
- Breaking Load: 3,000kg
- Weight: 90g
- Release System: Captive Plunger Pin
- Lanyard Attachment: Yes
- Free Rotation: No
- Country of Manufacture: France
Directions for Use
Attach the snap shackle to a suitable connection point using the fixed eye.
To open the shackle, pull the release pin. You can also attach a small cord to make the release mechanism easier to operate.
Close the shackle securely and make sure the locking mechanism is properly engaged before applying any load.
The fixed eye is designed for installations where the connection does not need to rotate freely.
Important Information
Do not exceed the specified working load of 1,280kg. The breaking load of 3,000kg is not the permitted load for normal use.
Before use, check that the fixed eye, release mechanism and attachment points are suitable for your application.
Do not release a loaded connection unless the complete system is specifically designed for that operation and it can be carried out safely.




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