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So you're looking at the wide D shackles, and honestly the first thing that usually comes up is pricing—for a sample order you're looking at roughly $2-4 per piece depending on the size and finish, but once you get into mid-volume runs of 500 units or so that drops to about $1.20-1.80, and at bulk levels our company can push it well under a dollar if you're ordering a few thousand.
What it does is spread the load more evenly than a standard pin shackle because of that wider bow design, which is critical when you're working with synthetic slings or webbing that needs a broader bearing surface—the working load limit ranges from 240kg on the 5mm up to 1000kg on the 10mm, and we've found the 8mm size is the sweet spot for most marine rigging applicaions.
Actually, teh 316 grade is better for saltwater environments (usually 2-4 weeks lead time if we don't have it in stock), but the 304 is perfectly fine for industrial rigging and general outdoor use—just keep in mind these aren't designed for lifting where there's sudden shock loading, they're more for static tension and securing application.
We pack them in standard export cartons of 100 pieces, but we can do custom packaging if you need it, and the MOQ is pretty flexible—we've done orders as small as 50 pieces for first-time buyers just to get them started, though the real savings kick in around the 1,000 unit mark.
One thing buyers don't always think to ask is how surfce finish affects the pin retention—the polished ones have a tighter tolerance than the galvanized, which actually matters if you're using them with nylon straps that can slip on a rougher surface, but the galvanized holds up better in chemical exposure.
Anyway, you'll want to confirm the specific size you need since the 5mm and 6mm are pretty close in capacity, but most buyers go with the 8mm for general rigging, and we usually have stock on the 304 polished in that size, though the 316 requires a production run.
316 has added molybdenum, so it resists corrosion better in salty or chemical-heavy environments like marine use. 304 is still good for most industrial rigging but won't hold up as long around seawater.
Yes, we can produce exactly the size you need in that range. The working load limit goes from 240kg for the 5mm up to 1000kg for the 10mm, but it varies by size—send us your exact size and we'll give you the spec.
MOQ is negotiable, so we can work with you on custom finishes. For galvanized, we typically need a bit of a volume commitment to set up the line, but give us your target quantity and we'll see what we can do.
We can supply a certificate of conformance and load test reports for the batch if you need them. Just let us know when you place the order.
Standard export packaging is in sturdy cartons or pallets to protect the polished finish during shipping. Custom packaging like private labeling or blister packs is available—just discuss it with our sales team.
