Sunday, January 7, 2007

Rigging Equipment : Shackle

A shackle is a U-shaped piece of metal secured with a pin or bolt across the opening, or a hinged metal loop secured with a quick-release locking pin mechanism. They are used as a connecting link in all manner of rigging systems, from boats and ships, to industrial crane rigging. As an automotive term, it refers to a link connecting the leaf spring to the frame.


SHACKLE - TYPE






Screw Pin Shackles can be used in any application where a round pin shackle is used. In addition, screw pin shackles can be used for applications involving side-loading circumstances. Reduced working load limits are required for side-loading applications. While in service, do not allow the screw pin to be rotated by a live line, such as a choker application.

Round Pin Shackles can be used in tie down, towing, suspension or lifting applications where the load is strictly applied in-line.

Bolt-Type Shackles can be used in any applications where round pin or screw pin shackles are used. In addition, they are recommended for permanent or long term installations and where the load may slide on the shackle pin causing the pin to rotate.

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