Wichard 5/16 in Stainless Folding Pad Eye

The Wichard Folding Pad Eye 5/16 in Stainless Steel provides a deck or hull attachment point for compatible sailing hardware. The forged metal fitting is shaped to accept a shackle, stay, or other suitable connection. Its folding eye lies closer to the mounting surface when not in use. The design is intended for installed hardware rather than temporary line clipping.

Folding the ring down reduces the amount of hardware standing proud of the deck. A cushioning pad reduces metal-to-deck noise and vibration. Wichard lists applications such as stay attachments, lifelines, and jib tack points.

Wichard lists a marine working load of 5,290 lb for this model. The corresponding breaking load is 11,020 lb. Check the stated mounting dimensions before drilling or replacing deck hardware. Deck reinforcement and fastener selection are part of the complete load-bearing installation. Browse more sailing hardware for related deck and rigging equipment.

• Forged mounting eye for sailing deck fittings
• Folding eye lies flat when not needed
• Cushioned seating helps reduce deck vibration
• Suitable for stay, block, or lifeline attachment