Description
Wichard Quick Release Snap Shackle – HR – With Swivel Eye (80 mm)
The Wichard Quick Release Snap Shackle is forged from high-resistance HR stainless steel (17.4 PH) and engineered for demanding sailing applications where strength, reliability, and fast operation are essential. Featuring a swivel eye, it allows free rotation of the shackle, reducing line twist and improving handling under load.
The quick-release mechanism is activated by pulling the lanyard, enabling fast opening when required. With outstanding working and breaking loads, this snap shackle is perfectly suited for attaching a single sheet or halyard, particularly in high-load situations such as spinnaker handling.
Designed for performance sailing and made to Wichard’s exacting standards, this shackle delivers dependable operation in the most demanding marine environments.
Key Features
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Forged from HR 17.4 PH stainless steel
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Quick release by pulling the lanyard
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Swivel eye allows free rotation and reduces line twist
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Outstanding working and breaking loads
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Secure and reliable under load
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Compact and lightweight design
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Ideal for performance sailing applications
Technical Specifications
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Material: HR stainless steel (17.4 PH)
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Length: 80 mm
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Working Load: 1,280 kg
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Breaking Load: 2,300 kg
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Weight: 88 g
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A dimension: 16 mm
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B dimension: 12 mm
Applications
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Spinnaker operations
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Spinnaker sheets
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Halyards
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Performance sailing rigging
