Description
SoftLink – Soft Shackle (4.0 & 5.0)
Description
SoftLink is a high-performance soft shackle developed by Wichard for recreational sailors seeking strength, weight savings, and ease of use. Designed to replace traditional metal shackles and snap hooks, SoftLink offers exceptional strength while being 4 to 5 times lighter than an equivalent 316L stainless steel shackle.
No ropework knowledge is required – SoftLink is easy to fit, easy to open, and fully reusable. Manufactured using Dyneema® SK78 with a stainless-steel core, it delivers outstanding strength, durability, and reliability for a wide range of onboard fastening applications.
Available in multiple sizes to suit different load requirements.
Key Features
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Replaces traditional shackles and snap hooks
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4–5× lighter than equivalent 316L stainless steel shackles
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Extremely strong and lightweight construction
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No ropework skills required
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Easy to fit and easy to open
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Re-usable design
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Made with Dyneema® SK78 and stainless steel
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Ideal for modern marine applications
Applications
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Fastenings on board
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General rigging connections
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Lightweight alternatives to metal shackles
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Sailing and marine use
Technical Specifications
| Model | Part No. | Loop Ø (mm) | Loop Length (mm) | Breaking Load (kg) | Weight (g) |
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| SoftLink 4.0 | 21224 | 4 | 80 | 3000 | 23 |
| SoftLink 5.0 | 21225 | 5 | 90 | 5000 | 47 |
Materials
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Dyneema® SK78
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316L stainless steel
