Shackle application areas

Shackles are used as an exchangeable connecting link in hoisting and in static systems, to connect wire ropes, chains or other fittings. Shackles with eyebolts are mainly used for temporary purposes. Shackles with nut and cotter pin are preferably used for long-term, permanent applications or in cases in which the pin could turn under load. Straight shackles, so-called chain shackles are mostly used in systems with single chains, bow shackles, so-called anchor shackles, for systems with multiple chains.