Bow Shackles

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WHAT ARE BOW SHACKLES? Bow Shackles are one of the most common types of lifting shackles used in the construction and industrial industries. Also referred to as anchor shackles, lifting bow shackles get their name for their round, o-shaped shape, which appears similar to a bow. They are mainly used in the rigging, securing and lifting of loads, providing a secure connection between chains, straps, and ropes and the load in question. WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF A BOW SHACKLE? Due to their larger, rounder shape, a bow shackle can be attached to multiple loads at the same time, without creating multi-directional tension, and are therefore typically preferred for attaching to wider ropes, chains, and straps due to their size. WHAT TYPES OF BOW SHACKLES ARE AVAILABLE? As the term 'bow shackle' is only used to indicate their shape, bow shackles can take on many different forms. For example, a galvanised steel bow shackle is perfect for use in indoor factory situations, whilst a stainless steel bow shackle is perfect for use in marine and underwater environments due to their high saltwater corrosion resistance. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A BOW SHACKLE AND A DEE SHACKLE? As the two most common types of shackle, bow shackles and dee shackles exhibit many of the same qualities. However, there are some key differences which make each type better suited to certain situations. A dee shackle has a straighter shape to bow shackle and is therefore better suited to only lifting one load at a time. Dee shackles also tend to be stronger and are used for larger loads than a bow shackle.