These are combination links and joining to connect the anchor to the anchor chain cable.
Used to retain or stop the chain cable being lost at sea.
A choice of either a standard anchor shackle or an anchor Crown shackle in high quality construction.
The pear shaped link is used to join the swivel end of the chain to the anchor shackle.
Fitted between chain and the anchor, avoiding the use of an anchor shackle and a kenter if the chain is fitted with an end link.
It is used to join two stud link chains which are ending in a common link. U2 or U3 steel
Usually fitted to chain cable to prevent the chain from twisting and kinking, normally U3 forged steel.
We carry a full range of Forelock Shackles and D shackles for connecting mooring chain to sinkers and open link chain to chain. Clicking on the link below will give you our dedicated moorings page
Below are some useful video clips on kenter shackle and D shackle components and provides a user guide as a reference only.
All work should be carried out by qualified technicians