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Operating practices and guidelines for the use of shackles are as follows: The shackle pin shall never be replaced with a bolt; only a properly fitted pin shall be used. Bolts are not intended to take the load that is normally applied to the pin. Shackles shall not be used if the pin ... Full story

Shackles are U-shaped pieces of metal secured with a pin or bolt across the opening, or hinged metal loops that are secured with a quick-release locking mechanism. There are three basic types of shackles. All meet or exceed U.S. Federal Specification RRC-271D, "Chains and Attachments: Welded and Weldless", and are made of alloy steel or ... Full story

If you want to use the shackles safely ,you should know the safety knowledge:    ... Full story

You know how to use a shackle ,also you should know the storing and handling of shackles : Never return damaged shackles to storage. They should be dry, clean and protected from corrosion.... Full story

When you use the shackles ,you should notice the situation  as below : Do not replace the shackle pin with a bolt . A load will bend the bolt.     Do not allow a shackle to be pulled at an angle. The legs will open. Pack the pin with washers to center the shackle.  ... Full story

ALWAYS: • Store and handle shackles correctly.... Full story

A shackle is an attachment. It could be to hold the forestay. It could hold equipment for the jib(mast head rig) or spinnaker. It is not to hold the mainsail to the mast. It could hold a block that the main halyard runs through, to raise the main.It could hold on ... Full story

Round pin shackle                           Round Pin Shackles: Used in tie down, lifting, towing or suspension applications with loads that are ... Full story

  A twist shackle is usually somewhat longer than the average, and features a 90° twist so the top of the loop is perpendicular to the pin. One of the uses for this shackle include attaching the ... Full story

Bow shackle with a larger "O" shape to the loop, this shackle can take loads from many directions without developing as much side ... Full story