Stainless steel Eye Bolts

Product Description

Stainless steel eye bolts are a type of fastener with a looped head (the "eye") at one end, typically used to secure cables, ropes, or chains to various surfaces or structures. Here are some key points about stainless steel eye bolts:

1. Material: As the name suggests, stainless steel eye bolts are made from stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and durability. The most common stainless steel grades used for eye bolts are 304 and 316, with 316 providing superior corrosion resistance, particularly in marine or highly corrosive environments.

2. Eye Design: The eye of the bolt is typically a closed loop, formed either by bending the end of the bolt or by welding a separate loop onto the shaft. This design allows for easy attachment of ropes, cables, or chains using shackles, snap hooks, or other connectors.

3. Threaded Shaft: The other end of the eye bolt features a threaded shaft, which allows it to be securely fastened into a pre-drilled hole or threaded receptacle. The threading may be standard (UNC) or metric (ISO).

4. Load Capacity: Stainless steel eye bolts are available in various sizes and load capacities to accommodate different applications and loads. Its crucial to select an eye bolt with an appropriate working load limit (WLL) or safe working load (SWL) to ensure safety and prevent overloading.

5. Types: There are different types of stainless steel eye bolts, including plain eye bolts, shoulder eye bolts (with a shoulder beneath the eye to provide increased load-bearing capacity), and machinery eye bolts (with a longer threaded shank for attachment to machinery).

6. Applications: Stainless steel eye bolts are used in a wide range of applications, including lifting and rigging, marine and boat hardware, architectural and decorative installations, and industrial machinery. They are commonly used in conjunction with nuts, washers, and other hardware for secure fastening.

7. Maintenance: While stainless steel eye bolts offer excellent corrosion resistance, regular inspection and maintenance are still important to ensure their integrity and safety, particularly in harsh environments or when subjected to heavy loads.