Description
Wichard Watertight U-Bolts – Patented Design
Wichard Watertight U-Bolts provide a strong, elegant, and completely watertight deck attachment solution for a wide range of marine applications. Featuring a registered patented design, these U-bolts eliminate the need for additional sealing compounds while guaranteeing complete watertightness through the deck.
Fitted with a UV-resistant rubber collar, they protect deck surfaces and prevent water ingress, making them ideal for both permanent and adjustable load points. Their clean, low-profile appearance integrates seamlessly into modern deck layouts while delivering outstanding working loads.
Manufactured in France, Wichard Watertight U-Bolts are supplied as a complete installation kit, including nuts and counterplate, and are available in black or white to suit different deck finishes.
Key Features & Benefits
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Patented / registered Wichard design
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Guaranteed 100% watertight installation
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Eliminates the need for additional watertight sealants
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Outstanding working and breaking loads
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UV-resistant rubber collar
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Aesthetically pleasing, low-profile solution
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Supplied with nuts and counterplate
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Made in France
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Available in black or white
Typical Applications
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Running rigging attachment points
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Barber haulers
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Boom brakes
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Kicking straps
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Mooring and fender line guides
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General deck and cockpit fastening
Technical Specifications – Watertight U-Bolts
Design: Watertight U-bolt with rubber sealing collar
Compliance: Patented / Registered design
Manufacturing: Made in France
Material: Stainless steel
Installation: Through-deck mounting
Watertightness: Guaranteed (no additional seal required)
Supplied With: Nuts and counterplate
Dimensional & Load Data (By Variant)
| Part No. (Black) | Part No. (White) | Ø D (mm) | L (mm) | A (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | Working Load (kg) | Breaking Load (kg) | Max Torque (Nm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| w65431 | w65432 | 6 | 90 | 32 | 24 | 55 | 1,280 | 3,000 | 7.5 | 0.068 |
| w65441 | w65442 | 8 | 100 | 36 | 25 | 60 | 2,400 | 4,800 | 18 | 0.136 |
| w65451 | w65452 | 10 | 110 | 40 | 26 | 65 | 3,600 | 7,000 | 36 | 0.238 |
| w65461 | w65462 | 12 | 130 | 44 | 27 | 70 | 6,400 | 10,000 | 60 | 0.375 |
Notes
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Working Load (W.L.) and Breaking Load (B.L.) defined per Wichard standards
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Tightening torque must not exceed specified maximum
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Full dimensional drawings available per size
