Bow Shackles

Stainless steel Bow Shackles are a very stylish way to fit shade sails. Their curved design gives an added elegance to fitting a shade sail and are recommended for our Sundance Shade cloth Sail range which features an 'easy slide' corner which a D-Shackle will not fit over.  

Our Bow Shackles are all made from high quality AISI 316 Marine Grade Stainless Steel. A Bow Shackle has two main paths, the body and the pin. The body has an anchor shape (bow) as opposed to a chain shape (commonly called a D-Shackle). Each body shape can be used, depending on the specific application, with a screw pin or bolt-type pin.

In a straight pull load, our Bow Shackles match or exceed the rated loadings of our D-Shackles. However, when the load is pulled from the side the overall strength can be reduced if the load is not centred. A good tip is to tie a galvanised wire around the shackle pin to ensure that it doesn't work loose over time.

SIZES

Size	D	A	L1	L2	BL*
8mm	8	14	32	56	2500
10mm	10	20	45	70	4300
12mm	12	24	54	83	6200
*It is the Purchasers’ responsibility to determine whether the testing procedure and breaking load is suitable for purpose. For shade sails with spans over 10 metres we recommend that the customer seek engineering advice regarding  specific loadings and the suitability of this product.

FINAL COMMENTS

You’ll find additional information about this product by using the Tabs at the top of the page. Of course you’re always welcome to call us during normal business hours on Free-call 1800 155 233.