Wichard 8MM Bow "HR" Shackle

Wichard 8MM Bow "HR" Shackle

Special order only please allow 7 days delivery

'HR' stands for High Resistance. The 17.4 PH stainless steel that these shackles are forged from offers very high level mechanical performance characteristics.

These models, which form an integral part of the fittings on large ocean-going monohulls and multihulls, are also widely used in the industrial sector.

A Shackle forged in HR 17.4 Ph Stainless Steel can be up to 60% more resistant than a shackle made from 316L Stainless Steel.

Hot dropped forged from a single piece of stainless steel, adding strength and consistency of manufacture for total security and reliability. The technical characteristics of every Shackle is closely controlled and tested before, during and after the manufacturing process.

CE marked in accordance with the Machines Directive 2006/42, these Wichard products can be used as lifting accessories. Each product displays the following information:

• Working Load Limit (WLL) = 5:1 safety factor of the break load,
• CE marking,
• Product origin,
• Manufacturer’s logo.

Shackles are for linking components, and consequently play an essential role in terms of safety aboard - that is the reason why all Wichard shackles are Drop-forged and their technical characteristics are closely controlled during the manufacturing process allowing Wichard to stamp its brand on them with every confidence. HR' stands for High Resistance and the 17.4 PH stainless steel that these shackles are forged from offers the very highest level mechanical performance characteristics. These models are ideal for use on large ocean-going monohulls and multihulls where performance cannot be compromised.

Forged in HR 17.4 PH Stainless steel

Oustanding Working Load capacity

Available in various versions to suit applications

Designed and made in France

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