Main Advantages of Stainless Steel Shackles
Stainless steel shackles offer greater corrosion resistance than standard alloy steel; this is due to the compounds used in stainless steel production. Chromium and nickel appear in specific quantities and also often contain molybdenum. It is the amount of chromium which chromium oxide layers which gives it the extra protection to prevent rusting and corrosion. These compounds create very good corrosion resistant properties, especially in briny conditions. This makes stainless steel shackles perfect for use in marine applications, though they are also commonly used in water treatment plants, oil & gas works, chemical industries and food processing plants. Tips for using this type of Shackle
It is always advisable to use stainless steel shackles with other stainless steel fittings due to the fact that contact with galvanised steel can accelerate the corrosion rate. It is also essential to check load limits thoroughly and work out which grade of shackle is fit for your purposes. Leaving anything to chance when it comes to lifting operations is not a good idea, since you could compromise safety for workers and fall foul of regulators if something goes wrong which could have been prevented via proper planning. Stainless Steel Shackles Available
Lifting Gear Direct can supply a range of stainless steel shackles in both the D and bow types, we can also supply extra long dee shackles, wide jaw shackles and twisted shackles all in stainless steel. Our range of stainless steel shackles include all the major types of pins for securing the shackle; screw pins and the safety bolt with cotter pin are readily available. Making a choice
Please note that some stainless steel shackles are not suitable for use in lifting and load bearing applications, this type of stainless steel shackle will not be stamped with a safe working load because they have not been load tested. If you are need to use a stainless steel shackle for any type of lifting operation or any other task which will be load bearing then you must ensure that the shackle is clearly stamped with a working load limit, these are usually the high tensile stainless steel shackles in our range.If you have any queries or concerns about selecting shackles, take advantage of our expertise by using the contact details below to call or email our team. We can provide full details on any product on our site and help you to determine whether or not a given item will be a good buy for you.
Stainless Shackle Load limits
Our stainless steel shackles for lifting purposes include high tensile dee type with screw pin in WLL up to 18 tonne; high tensile bow type with screw pin in WLL up to 9 tonne; Dee type with safety bolt in SWL up to 5000kg & bow type with safety bolt in WLL up to 4500kg. All stainless shackles for lifting have a good safety factor with maximum breaking load equal to 6 times the working load limit. Our range of stainless steel shackles that are not suitable for lifting purposes include dee type, bow type, wide, long and twisted types all with screw pins, in a wide range of working load limits up to 12 tonne depending on type chosen. Endless shackle options
The top reason to shop for shackles with Lifting Gear Direct is that our range is broader and more inclusive than you will find anywhere else. Stainless steel shackles are part of our special line up of anchor points built with specific uses in mind. Alongside them you will find green pin trawling dee shackles fit for the fishing industry. Meanwhile our piling shackles are commonly encountered on construction jobs nationwide. For all-purpose shackles, we are also ready to supply you with the kit you need. Dee shackles with green pin, yellow pin and budget commercial finishes are available. The bow shackle range is equally diverse.
Ask us for expert advice
Our customers value the ability to chat with our sales team before committing to a purchase. It helps to speak to someone with knowledge and experience when making a decision. If you want to get in touch, you can call Lifting Gear Direct on 01384 76961 or head to our contact page to drop us an email.
STAINLESS STEEL SHACKLES FAQ'S
What are stainless steel shackles used for?
Stainless steel shackles are intended for use in specific environments where corrosive conditions are a problem. Thus they are typically used in the water industry, marine environments and perhaps clean areas like the food industry.
What type of stainless steel shackles can you get?
Our range of stainless steel shackles includes bow and dee type shackles, long dee shackles, twisted varieties and wide jaw models, all in a range of sizes.