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SHACKLES
Shackles
These simple devices are used to connect wires, chains or ropes to each other or to anchoring points. They consist of a U shaped body and a pin and
are generally made of steel or stainless steel.

GREEN PIN SHACKLES

Green Pin Dee
Shackles The body
and pins are made from
high tensile Grade 6
steel which is quenched
and tempered. The
finish is hot dipped
galvanised with a green painted bolt. Marked with WLL, batch mark
and CE mark. In accordance with EN 13889 and meets performance
requirements of US Fed. Spec. RR-C-271 Type IVB Class 2, Grade A.
Safety Factor: MBL equals 6 x WLL. Temperature Range: -20C up
to +200C. Certification: Supplied with a Certificate of Thorough
Examination and registered on Flints lifting database.
Dee Shackle Green Pin
WLL
code
each
pin D
jaw width A
height L1
8 mm
12 mm
26 mm
0.5 t
WIR2101GP 2.35
10 mm
13 mm
32 mm
0.75 t
WIR2102GP 2.68
11 mm
17 mm
38 mm
1t
WIR2104GP 3.04
13 mm
19 mm
44 mm
1.5 t
WIR2105GP 3.80
Flints, Queens Row, London, SE17 2PX

Green Pin Bow

Shackles The bows
and pins are made from
high tensile Grade 6 steel
which is quenched and
tempered. The finish is
hot dipped galvanised
with a painted green
bolt. Marked with WLL, batch mark and CE mark. In accordance with
EN 13889 and meets performance requirements of US Fed. Spec.
RR-C-271 Type IVA Class 2, Grade A. Safety Factor: MBL equals 6 x WLL.
Temperature Range : -20C up to +200C. Certification: Supplied with
a Certificate of Thorough Examination and registered on Flints
lifting database.
4 Choose Bow shackles when the lift is from more than one rope.
Bow Shackle Green Pin
pin D
jaw width A
8 mm
13 mm
10 mm
13 mm
11 mm
17 mm
13 mm
20 mm
16 mm
22 mm
19 mm
27 mm

T: 020 7703 9786

height L1
33 mm
37 mm
42 mm
49 mm
60 mm
74 mm

R
20 mm
22 mm
26 mm
29 mm
32 mm
43 mm

F: 020 7708 4189

WLL

code

each

0.5 t
0.75 t
1t
1.5 t
2t
3.25 t

WIR2092GP
WIR2093GP
WIR2094GP
WIR2095GP
WIR2096GP
WIR2097GP

2.42
2.60
2.92
3.66
4.68
6.16

www.flints.co.uk

The Green Pin shackles listed on this page are made by Van Beest, a
company established over 90 years ago in the Netherlands to supply
the dredging industry. Their top quality certified shackles are now
used worldwide in many safety conscious industrial sectors.

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SECTION

Choosing the correct shackle depends on the application:

To join a single wire, chain or rope to an anchor point choose a Dee Shackle.
To join more than one wire, chain or rope to an anchor point choose a Bow Shackle.
Bow and Dee Shackles can be supplied with Screw Pins, Clevis Pins or Bolts.
Screw Pins are by far the most common type used on stage. They are chosen when the shackle needs to be frequently fastened and unfastened.
If the shackle is being left for long times the pin should be secured with siezing wire to prevent it from accidently unscrewing. Clevis Pin shackles
are generally used to connect directly to pulleys. We do not sell this type of shackle separately. The pins are secured with a split pin.
Bolt Type shackles are useful when frequent inspection is difficult. The nut is secured with a split pin. This type of shackle has the advantage that
the pin can rotate slightly under load without it unscrewing making it a very secure shackle. They are not so convenient for frequent usage and
are generally used for permanent installations. They are often called Anchor Shackles.
What is a Lifting Shackle
For lifting operations you should choose a Lifting Shackle. These are shown in our catalogue with the Hook Symbol.
A lifting shackle will be a steel shackle which either complies with the European Standard BS EN 13889 or the US Federal Specification
RR-C-271b [which would meet the EN standard]. It was the influence of the oil industry that has made US Fed Spec. shackles so popular. Hopefully an
international standard will be agreed in the future. All lifting shackles must be marked with their WLL, manufacturers name or symbol, traceability
code and grade mark. They should also have a CE mark. They should be supplied with either a Report of Thorough Examination or a EC Declaration of
Conformity and instructions for use. You will notice that pins on Lifting Shackles are all slightly fatter than the material that makes the body of the
shackle. This is because the modern WLL allows the load to be applied to the centre of the pin. Older legislation required the load to be evenly spread
along the pin. Care should be taken to ensure these old shackles are no longer in service.
Please be aware that lifting shackles are marked with a Working Load Limit in kg [or tonnes] but Karabiners used for personal protection equipment
are marked with the Breaking Load in kN.
Shackle Care
It is very important that the shackle is able to move freely in the axial direction of the load. Lifting shackles should be inspected before use and at six
monthly intervals [or in accordance to an examination scheme]. If the shackle is to be exposed to corrosion a little anhydrous lanolin [see page 2.42]
applied to the pin will ensure a longer service life.
Why buy your shackles from Flints?
Flints register every lifting shackle sold onto our database. In the highly unlikely situation that there was a product recall we would be able to immediately
contact you and advise you to withdraw the batch. Flints are full members of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association and we are British Standards
ISO:9001 approved. Our staff frequently attend training courses, professional development symposiums and visit specialist trade shows to ensure we
are able to offer up to date and reliable advice.

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CROSBY SHACKLES

BLACK CROSBY BOW SHACKLES

Screw Pin Shackle Bow in Black Finish S-209T

Crosby are the major US manufacturer of rigging products. Contracts

around the world state Crosby or equal as their name is synonymous
with quality. From their extensive range of products we have listed a
selection of items that we think will be most useful for theatre
applications. We are able to quickly supply the entire range of Crosby
Fittings. Please call us if there is anything you require.
Please note: WLL stands for Working Load Limit and is defined as the
maximum mass or force which the product is authorised to support in
general service. Crosby Shackle safety design factor is 6 to 1.

CROSBY SHACKLES
A range of forged shackles that have been quenched and tempered to
give strength and resilience, to meet the requirements of USA Federal
Specifications with the Working Load Limit permanently shown on
every shackle. [Look out for the Red Pin, the mark of Crosby quality].

2.34

SECTION

Screw Pin Shackles Bow G209 and D shackle

G210 Which meet the requirements of the Federal Specification
RR-C-271D Type IVB, Grade A, Class 2. Even if you are lifting relatively
light items it is often worth choosing the very popular 1 t size which
will be endlessly useful for future use.
4 Choose Bow shackles when the lift is from more than one rope
Bow Shackle G209

pin
nominal size diameter
4-5 mm 6.35 mm
6 mm
7.87 mm
8 mm
9.65 mm
10 mm
11.2 mm
11-12 mm 12.7 mm
13 mm
16 mm
16 mm
19.1 mm
19 mm
22.4 mm

jaw width
9.65 mm
11.9 mm
13.5 mm
16.8 mm
19.1 mm
20.6 mm
26.9 mm
31.8 mm

pin
diameter
7.87 mm
9.65 mm
11.2 mm
12.7 mm
16 mm
19.1 mm
22.4 mm

jaw width
11.9 mm
13.5 mm
16.8 mm
19.1 mm
20.6 mm
26.9 mm
31.8 mm

D Shackle G210
nominal size
6 mm
8 mm
10 mm
11-12 mm
13 mm
16 mm
19 mm

WLL

code

each

0.33 t
0.5 t
0.75 t
1t
1.5 t
2t
3.25 t
4.75 t

CRO2091
CRO2092
CRO2093
CRO2094
CRO2095
CRO2096
CRO2097
CRO2099

3.27
3.37
3.44
3.98
4.45
5.67
7.40
9.82

WLL

code

each

0.5 t
0.75 t
1t
1.5 t
2t
3.25 t
4.75 t

CRO2102
CRO2103
CRO2104
CRO2105
CRO2106
CRO2107
CRO2109

4.19
4.19
3.96
4.46
5.72
7.42
9.83

These shackles have been recently produced by Crosby to their

exacting standards to provide the theatre industry with a fully
certified shackle which is unobtrusive in the grid. They are now proving
to be very popular.
4 Choose these shackles for rigs within sightlines
Black Bow Shackle
nominal size
10 mm
11-12 mm
13 mm
16 mm
19 mm

pin
diameter
11.2 mm
12.7 mm
16 mm
19.1 mm
22.4 mm

jaw width
16.8 mm
19.1 mm
20.6 mm
26.9 mm
31.8 mm

WLL

code

1t
1.5 t
2t
3.25 t
4.75 t

CRO2094B
CRO2095B
CRO2096B
CRO2097B
CRO2099B

each
4.18
5.03
7.13
9.70
13.30

BOLT TYPE ANCHOR SHACKLES

Bolt Type Shackle Bow G2130 and D shackle
G2150 [Anchor Shackles] Meet the requirements of the
U.S. Federal Specification RR-C-271D Type IVB, Grade A, Class 3. These
shackles have the most secure pin design.
4 Choose these Bolt Shackles when the shackle pin is difficult to
frequently inspect, typically permanently rigged applications
Bolt Bow Shackle G2130
nominal size
8 mm
10 mm
11-12 mm
13 mm
16 mm
19 mm

pin
diameter
9.65 mm
11.2 mm
12.7 mm
16 mm
19.1 mm
22.4 mm

jaw width
13.5 mm
16.8 mm
19.1 mm
20.6 mm
26.9 mm
31.8 mm

D Shackle G2150

pin
diameter
9.65 mm
11.2 mm
12.7 mm
16 mm
19.1 mm
22.4 mm

jaw width
13.5 mm
16.8 mm
19.1 mm
20.6 mm
26.9 mm
31.8 mm

nominal size
8 mm
10 mm
11-12 mm
13 mm
16 mm
19 mm

WLL

code

0.75 t
1t
1.5 t
2t
3.25 t
4.75 t

CRO21303
CRO21304
CRO21305
CRO21306
CRO21307
CRO21309

WLL

code

0.75 t
1t
1.5 t
2t
3.25 t
4.75 t

CRO21503
CRO21504
CRO21505
CRO21506
CRO21507
CRO21509

each
7.12
7.35
7.60
7.68
11.20
15.40
each
7.14
7.37
7.61
7.69
11.20
15.50

CROSBY SLINGSAVER SHACKLES

Crosby Slingsaver Shackle
(S-281) Designed to eliminate the
bunching of slings caused by conventional
shackles allowing 100% of the slings rated
WLL to be achieved.
4 Choose these Slingsaver Shackles
whenever you need to anchor synthetic
round slings to pad eyes etc. [see page
2.42]

Tonnes, tons, short tons, tuns?

Note: a metric tonne is a lower case t NOT an upper case T which is an
imperial ton. They are both pronounced tun. They are different
weights!!! A metric tonne [t] is 1,000 kg but an imperial ton [T] is 2,240
lb or 1,016 kg if it is a long tonbut if the item comes from America it
could be a short ton which is just 907 kg. A tun is a unit of liquid capacity
equivalent to 252 gallons - but lets not go there.
No wonder we have safety factors!

SAFETY
Webbing width
50 mm

Min Breaking Load

14,750 kg
jaw width
26.9 mm

Safety factor
WLL
5 to 1
2,950 kg
WLL
2,950 kg

code
CROS281

price
12.40

Flints can supply any Crosby products.

Just phone and ask, our average phone
answering time is under 20 seconds!
Flints, Queens Row, London, SE17 2PX

T: 020 7703 9786

F: 020 7708 4189

www.flints.co.uk

COMMERCIAL GALVANISED SHACKLES

Stainless Steel
Bow Shackles

Galvanised Commercial Pattern Dee Shackles An

economical general purpose dee shackle. Not to be used for lifting
purposes.
Galvanised Dee Shackle
code
each
pin D L1 x A
5 mm 20 x 10 mm WIR201
0.42
6 mm 27 x 14 mm WIR202
0.54
8 mm 35 x 17 mm WIR203
0.60
10 mm 43 x 18 mm WIR204
0.72
12 mm 53 x 27 mm WIR205
1.04
16 mm 74 x 34 mm WIR206
1.98
20 mm 86 x 38 mm WIR207
3.39

Galvanised Commercial Pattern Bow Shackle An

economical general purpose bow shackle. Bow shackles are used when
more than one rope needs to be attached. Not to be used for lifting
purposes.
Galvanised Bow Shackle
code
each
pin D L1 x A
5 mm 22 x 10 mm WIR210
0.53
6 mm 29 x 13 mm WIR211
0.64
8 mm 34 x 17 mm WIR212
0.70
10 mm 44 x 18 mm WIR213
0.85
12 mm 57 x 25 mm WIR214
1.44
16 mm 75 x 32 mm WIR215
2.15
20 mm 88 x 40 mm WIR216
3.48

STAINLESS STEEL SHACKLES

All the Stainless Steel Shackles listed in this section are 316 grade.
AISI 316 is the grade suitable for marine use due to its high corrosion
resistance. For more information on stainless steel see page 2.20.

Stainless Bow Shackles

pin D jaw width L1
4
8
16
5
10
20
6
12
24
8
16
32
10
20
40
12
24
48

Key Pin Shackle with Bar A useful shackle

because it can be incorporated into a splice and will
not get lost. The pin is also captive and requires no tool
to fasten. Widely used on yacht halyards but also used
by sound engineers for rigging microphones in tricky
positions.
Key Pin Shackles with Bar
pin
int.width
L1
6 mm
15
48
8 mm
20
64

Min BL
kN
13.2 kN
23.7 kN

code
kgf
1,346 kg
2,416 kg

Flints, Queens Row, London, SE17 2PX

each

WIR1676SS 1.83
WIR1678SS 2.40

MinBL
kN
kgf
5.8 kN
591 kg
9.1 kN
927 kg
13.2 kN
1,129 kg
23.7 kN
2,415 kg
37.8 kN
3,853 kg
54.9 kN
5,596 kg

code

each

WIR1214SS
WIR1215SS
WIR1216SS
WIR1218SS
WIR12110SS
WIR12112SS

0.65
0.70
0.86
1.43
1.89
3.11

Stainless Steel
2.35
Dee Shackles
Marine grade shackles
suited for use with
stainless wire rope. The
smart appearance of
these shackles also lends
them to handrailing and display applications.
Stainless Dee Shackles
pin jaw width L1
4
8
16
5
10
21
6
12
25
8
16
36
10
20
41
12
24
48

with our small stainless wire ropes. This design of shackle

is used in the heads of some Barton Pulleys.
Strip Stainless Shackles
code
each
pin
width
length
5 mm
10 mm 29 mm
BAR310
1.60

Twisted Stainless Shackles Occasionally

a normal shackle will not sit neatly and a twisted
shackle is required. More often than not this applies
when they are used with webbing around the pin as
with Jack Stays which need to lie flat on the ground.
Twisted Stainless Shackles
Min BL
code
each
pin
int.width
L1
kN
kgf
5 mm
10
30
9.1 kN
927 kg
WIR1625SS 0.77
6 mm
12
36
13.2 kN 1,345 kg WIR1626SS 1.02
8 mm
16
48
23.7 kN 2,416 kg WIR1628SS 1.69

R
14
17
21
28
35
42

MinBL
kN
5.8 kN
9.1 kN
13.2 kN
23.7 kN
37.3 kN
54.9 kN

code
kgf
591 kg
927 kg
1,346 kg
2,416 kg
3,853 kg
5,596 kg

each

WIR1224SS 0.61
WIR1225SS 0.65
WIR1226SS 0.83
WIR1228SS 1.34
WIR12210SS 1.89
WIR12212SS 3.11

Stainless Hex Head Dee Shackles

Marine grade shackles ideal for use when an ordinary screw pin would be liable to catch on fittings.
Typically used joining chain to rope but their clean
appearance lends them to handrailing and display
applications.
Stainless Hex Head Dee Shackles
pin jaw width L1
8
16
32
10
20
40

MinBL
code
each
kN
kgf
23.7 kN
2,416 kg WIR1268SS 1.54
37.3 kN
3,853 kg WIR12610SS 2.04

Stainless Long Dee Shackles Marine

grade shackles in a long pattern suited to reaching
anchoring holes which are set a long distance from
the edge, typically plastic sheets etc. where a good
edge distance helps maintain strength.

Stainless Long Pattern Dee Shackles

pin int.width L1
4
8
32
5
10
40
6
12
48
8
16
64

T: 020 7703 9786

MinBL
kN
5.8 kN
9.1 kN
13.2 kN
23.7 kN

F: 020 7708 4189

kgf
591 kg
927 kg
1,346 kg
2,416 kg

code

each

WIR1614SS
WIR1615SS
WIR1616SS
WIR1618SS

0.69
0.77
1.02
1.69

www.flints.co.uk

Strip Stainless Shackles Useful in conjunction

Marine grade shackles

suited for use with
stainless wire rope. The
smart appearance of
these shackles also lends
them to handrailing and display applications.
4 Choose Bow shackles when the lift is from more than one rope

SECTION

o.uk

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CARBINE HOOKS AND OTHER SNAPS

CARBINE HOOKS AND SNAP HOOKS

Wichard Snap Hooks A smooth patented

design made from special marine grade stainless steel
that will deform before breaking. Designed by Wichard.
These are the genuine article stamped with the logo.
This design of snap is very quick to use and can be useful
if an attachment needs to be made by performers during
a show.
hole body
breaking load code
price
6 mm
8 mm
300 kg
WIR2480
7.62
10 mm 12 mm
700 kg
WIR2481
12.34
13 mm 16 mm
1,500 kg
WIR2482
23.61

Length
50 mm
75 mm
100 mm

Carbine [Snap] Hooks These simple connecting hooks with

a spring loaded gate enable a very quick connection of light loads.
Commercial snap hooks could fail if subjected to heavy loads. They
can find a use as a sacrificial weak point in certain rope assemblies.
The 50 mm snap hook is one of our biggest selling connectors. Not to
be used for lifting purposes.

gate opening B
5 mm
6 mm
6.5 mm
7.5 mm
7.5 mm
9 mm
10.5 mm
12.5 mm
15.5 mm

SECTION

Carbine Hook
Material C x length A
3 x 30 mm
2.36
4 x 40 mm
5 x 50 mm
6 x 60 mm
+Eyelet 6 x 60 mm
7 x 70 mm
8 x 80 mm
10x100 mm
11 x120 mm

material

code

each per 100

Stainless
Stainless
BZP
BZP
BZP
BZP
BZP
BZP
BZP

WIR3113SS
WIR3114SS
WIR220
WIR221
WIR261
WIR222
WIR223
WIR224
WIR225

0.60
0.60
0.88
0.98
1.30
1.09
1.29
2.01
2.52

48.00
48.00
57.00
65.00
83.00
70.00
84.00
100.00
126.00

S-biner A black titanium coated stainless steel double

ended karabiner for securing small tools, keys, loop pins
etc to a belt or screw eye. They are surprisingly useful
however, although they are made from stainless steel,
they are not suitable for marine use. Available in two
sizes plus the new giant plastic Big S-biner shown below.
length breaking load
code
price
66 mm 11 kg
SAFSB30301
3.04
89 mm 33 kg
SAFSB40301
3.60

S-biner
Size 3
Size 4

Its
massive!

Stainless Steel Screwgate

Carbine Hooks More suitable
for heavier loads. The screw gate
prevents accidental opening. Now also
available with a captive eye, ideal for
use with lanyards etc as it will prevent
the carbine hook from getting lost. Not
for lifting or PPE purposes.
Carbine Hook
C x length A gate opening B
6 x 60 mm 8 mm
+Eyelet 6 x 60 mm 8 mm
8 x 80 mm 9 mm
+Eyelet 8 x 80 mm 9 mm
10 x 100 mm 12 mm
+Eyelet 10 x 100 mm 12 mm

MinBL
kN
kgf
5.1kN 520 kg
5.1kN 520 kg
7.8kN 795 kg
7.8kN 795 kg
11.8kN 1,203 kg
11.8kN 1,203 kg

code

each

per 10

WIR3136SS 1.10
9.00
WIR3146SS 1.26 10.00
WIR3138SS 1.75 14.80
WIR3148SS 1.89 16.00
WIR31310SS 2.90 25.00
WIR31410SS 3.42 29.10

SPECIALISED SPRING HOOKS

BIG S-biner A strong, durable, lightweight

plastic S-biner designed to cope with those
awkward things such as hoses, extension reels,
bikes, rope etc. Fits objects up to 64 mm .
Weight 168g.
BIG S-biner
length breaking load
263 mm 45 kg

closed to form a permanent connection onto a chain link.

powder coated. A zinc coated version is also available,
please ask for a quote. See page 2.48 for accessory bonds.

recognise these.

60 mm
75 mm

each
1.50
1.99

SAFSBP100301

8.29

Caritool At last a home for your Quad Spanner. This

well engineered belt clip will firmly secure to your belt.
The wide profile ensures the clip remains at right angles
and is always quickly accessible. Designed as an
accessory karabiner to take tools up to 5 kg or 15 kg for
the large version. Not PPE.
4 Fantastically useful
4 Lightweight, just 25 g [large 60 g]
4 Economical
4 Neatly clips through the Quad Spanner
Caritool
max load
code
price
Standard Version 5 kg
PETP42
5.00
Heavy duty Version 15 kg
PETP42L
9.17

SOMETHING FOR THE DOG

code
WIR482
WIR483

price

CARITOOL

Spring Hook to Crue The end can be squeezed

Spring Hook
length:

code

Swivel Harness Snap Hook Your dog will

Swivel snap hook WLL

code
one labrador WIR3364349

each
2.49

SKY HOOKS
Sky Hooks I cant see what use these would be in

Swivel Spring Hook A useful clip for attaching small

accessories. Black powder coated. Zinc coated are also available, please ask for a quote.
Swivel Spring Hook
length:

50 mm
75 mm

Flints, Queens Row, London, SE17 2PX

code
WIR400
WIR401

each
1.80
2.20
T: 020 7703 9786

the theatre but the next time the young apprentice

gets asked to order some sky hooks from Flints their
line manager will get a shock when the invoice arrives.

Sky hook with sling

F: 020 7708 4189

code
PETP06

each
11.67

www.flints.co.uk

QUICK LINKS

KARABINERS

QUICK LINKS [MAILLON RAPIDES]

Maillon Rapides
EN 12275 :1998 and EN362
If you are wondering why Quick
Links are often called by their French name, Maillon Rapides, its
because they are made by a very safety conscious family firm in
France. We have expanded our range of these reliable connectors
which are suitable for PPE. Each connector is supplied with user
instructions [in English!]. They are all galvanised mild steel except
the PPEG0107 which is stainless steel. Breaking load is 5 x WLL.
[Major Axis]

Standard Pattern Black

Long opening Pattern

Standards
Connectors used for work positioning and fall arrest should comply with
EN 362 which states a minimum strength of 15 kN along the major axis
with the gate closed and unlocked and 20 kN for the gate closed
and locked. The mountaineering standard EN 12275 exceeds the
requirements of EN 362.
Take care
Please ensure that lines connecting karabiners do not get twisted or
tangled, especially around the latch, as it is possible, in very rare
circumstances, for a twisted line to disengage the safety button and
twist the gate to the open position. It is good practice to ensure all lines
to any fittings [shackle, rigging screw, lanyard connectors etc.] pull in
the required direction along the major axis before applying loads.

For information on newtons and kN please see the

information box on page 2.16.

Delta Pattern [also in black]

2.37

Standard Pattern - Black

Type

bar gate opening

Standard pattern black
PPENZ08N 8 mm
11 mm
PPENZ10N 10 mm
12 mm

Any unit that has arrested a falling weight should be

replaced immediately.
WLL

code

each

700 kg
1,100 kg

WIR250B
WIR251B

3.88
4.85

code

each

WIR246SS
WIR246
WIR245

7.64
2.61
3.98

STEEL GENERAL PURPOSE KARABINERS TO EN362

Long Opening Pattern

Type

bar gate opening WLL

Long opening pattern [stainless steel version shown]
PPEGO107
7 mm
16 mm
800 kg
PPEGOZ07 7 mm
16 mm
500 kg
PPEGOZ10
10 mm
20.5 mm
1,000 kg

Screwgate

Foin Steel Dee Karabiners Economical

steel connectors which comply to EN 362 for use
in work positioning or fall arrest. Available with
Twistlock or the very popular screwgate. Breaking
load major axis when closed 25 kN. Gate opening
16 mm [18 mm for screwgate] Wts 190 g [180 g
screwgate]. Overall height 105 mm, overall width
57 mm.

to link the Petzl Absorbica to the Jane lanyard [see pages 3.54 and
3.56.
Type
bar gate opening WLL
code
each
Delta pattern [triangular shape for three way loading]
BlackPPEDZ08N 8 mm
10 mm
550 kg
WIR252B
4.53
PPEDZ10
10 mm
12 mm
900 kg
WIR247
4.10
PPEGZ12
12 mm
15 mm
1,100 kg WIR249
6.29

Delta Pattern The black 8 mm Delta is the prefered connector

Foin Dee Karabiners
Twistlock version
Screwgate version

code
SAF4247
SAF4249

each
6.72
3.17

Twistlock

Offset D Screwgate Karabiner

45kN Type C812. These steel karabiners are
CE marked to EN 362:2004/B 45 kN. They are
suitable for fall arrest and work positioning
purposes. Gate opening 18 mm. Wt 235 g.

Any unit that has arrested a falling weight

should be replaced immediately.
COMMERCIAL QUICK LINKS
Commercial Grade Quick Links These
are untested quick links which are not suitable for
lifting purposes but make a useful lightweight and
secure fastening for small chains and accessories.

45 kN
along the
major axis

45kN Offset D [C812]

code
SAFC812

each
13.40

45kN Captive Eye Karabiners

[C962] CE Marked to EN 362:2004/T 45 kN.

Commercial Quick Links

bar
3.5 mm
4 mm
5 mm
6 mm

code
WIR230
WIR231
WIR232
WIR233

Flints, Queens Row, London, SE17 2PX

each
0.55
0.61
0.77
0.88

per 100
36.00
40.00
50.00
58.00

T: 020 7703 9786

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Fitted with screwgate. Suitable for fall arrest and

work positioning. Steel. Gate opening 18 mm.
Wt 250 g.
4 Ideal for use as a robust end connector for a
lanyard
45kN Captive Eye [C962] code
SAFC962

F: 020 7708 4189

each
15.18

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ALLOY GENERAL PURPOSE KARABINERS

Convert your
karabiner to a
pulley. See the
Ultralegere
sheeve on page
2.70

SPECIAL PURPOSE KARABINERS

OK Screw-Lock Black M33SLN

Omni Triact M37 TL Type C812. These

Ideal for use with pulleys and hauling systems.

The symmetrical oval shape facilitates pulley
use, ideal for clipping anchors [easy to flip over].
The compact shape is easy to use with one hand.
Keylock System ensures a snag-free body /
gate interface. Strength: 24 kN long axis,
7 kN open gate, 10 kN short axis. Gate
opening width 19mm. CE EN 362 class B
EN 12275 type B. Weight 75 g.
4 Great with Fixe and Pro Traxion Pulleys and
Ascension Rope Clamps.
4 Why not buy an Ultralegere sheeve too? [see
page 2:70]
OK Screw-Lock Black code
each
PETM33SLN
10.83

conform to EN 362, EN 12275 Type B Strength 20

kN along major axis but 15 kN in all directions.
This is the recommended connector for use with
any harness having two attachment points
including the Newton Jak Fast fall arrest harness,
see page 3.47. Snag free keylock system. They
are suitable for fall arrest and work positioning
purposes. Gate opening 21 mm. Wt 92 g.
4 Ideal for harness connections
Omni Triact [M37]
code
each
PETM37TL
23.33

15 kN strength
in ALL
directions

Revolver
A277
Locksafe
Karabiner Approved to EN 362:2004 B.
Suitable for fall protection, rescue, rope access
and arborist purposes. The built in sheave
makes this a great choice for deviating lines.
Strength 24 kN [major axis] 8 kN [minor axis or
gate open]. Weight just 70 g. Gate opening 15
mm. Fitted with a very neat revolving sheave
for emergency use.
Revolver A277 Locksafe code
each
WIRA277
22.14

AmD Ball Lock Karabiner The D

ball system offers a quicker one handed
operation. The D ball system is easy to use
indoors but not so good with cold gloved hands
where a screwgate or twistlock would be
preferred. Now fitted with an alloy barrel. These
units are individually tested to 28 kN [major
axis, gate closed] and are CE marked EN 362
and EN 12275 type B/K. Gate opening width 22
mm. Weight 78 g.

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AmD Ball Lock

code
PETM34BL

Twister is a compact lightweight connector

that has an integrated swivel feature, making
it very useful when there is a need to manage
twisting cables or when it is necessary to rotate
the load relative to the anchor. The Twister can
be used as a connector on fall arresters as it
can remain captive on a system yet allows
rotation by the user and is quick, easy and
secure when connected. Fitted with Super
Safe Lift, turn, open gate. CE0120 EN 362 04T.
Strength 27 kN. Weight just 142 g. Gate opening
15 mm.

each
16.67

AmD Screw Lock Karabiner A

multi purpose karabiner for connecting devices
to a harness or to use at the end of a lanyard.
Asymmetric shape for exceptional weight to
strength ratio. When loaded the karabiner is
oriented in the optimal working axis. Strength
28 kN [major axis] 8 kN [gate open] 7 kN [short
axis]. Gate opening width 22mm. CE marked EN
362 and EN 12275 type B. Weight 78 g.
Petzl Screw Lock

code
PETM34SL

each
13.33

Twister Karabiner

code
each
SAFKH255SS 22.00

ULTRALIGHT KARABINERS

HMS KARABINERS
What does HMS mean?
Well it means Halbmastwurf-sicherung! This is the German name
for a Munter Hitch [Italian Hitch] which is similar to half a clove
hitch and is used for controlled descent in belay systems. The
wider shape of the karabiner is useful in this application to
prevent bunching.

Attache 3D This ultralight HMS karabiner

weighs just 55g. The D frame is 31% lighter and
15% thinner. Major axis strength: 22 kN, open
gate strength: 6 kN. Minor axis strength: 7 kN.
Gate opening: 22 mm. Certification CE EN 362,
CE EN 12275 type H, UIAA 121. Wt 55g
4 When weight matters this is a great choice
Attache 3D
code
each
PETM38SL
13.33

HMS Strike Triple Karabiner A

matt black triple locking karabiner ideal for use
in belay systems.
Size 100x70 mm, gate opening 21 mm. Max
breaking strength 22 kN [major axis]. Open
gate strength: 7 kN. Minor axis strength: 8 kN.
Complies to EN 362:2004, EN 12275. Wt 74 g

Spirit Curved Gate This ultralight

smooth action sports karabiner has a bent
[non-locking] gate to make clipping a breeze.
Major axis strength: 23 kN, open gate strength:
9 kN. Minor axis strength: 8 kN. Gate opening:
25 mm. Certification, CE EN 12275 type B, UIAA
121 Wt 39g
4 For rapid [non-locking] attachment - not for PPE

HMS Strike Triple Black code

SAF88262

Spirit Curved

Flints, Queens Row, London, SE17 2PX

each
15.17
T: 020 7703 9786

F: 020 7708 4189

code
PETM53B

each
7.52

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BRAKING KARABINER

KONG FROG FAST CONNECTORS

Freino This karabiner has an extra friction

spur to help control descent. It allows the
rope to be quickly redirected over the friction
spur and removed with one hand. Ideal for use
with the Id, Stop and Huit [see page 3:58-59].
Major axis strength: 25 kN, open gate
strength: 9 kN. Minor axis strength: 10 kN.
Gate opening: 15 mm. Certification CE EN 362,
CE EN 12275 type B, UIAA 121. Wt 85g
4 For extra control during descents
Freino

code
PETM42

each
28.33

BS EN 362
This is the standard relating to Personal Protective Equipment
against falls from a height: connectors

SCAFFOLD KARABINERS TO EN362

Alloy Scaffold Hook
[captive eye] Tested to
25 kN Conforms to CE EN
362. 60 mm wide dual action
opening for ease of operation.
Ergonomically shaped unlocking handle. Available in
black. Weight 455 g. Suitable
for fall arrest provided it is
used according to instructions.
Any unit which has arrested
falling weights should be replaced immediately.
code
WIR228
SAFE3787B

Frogs come with a short 94 mm web strop which can be used to 2.39
connect to any karabiner, shackle or brail line. Strength 22 kN. Wt 75 g.
Frog Cable has an 11 mm hole for your own lanyard attachment.
Strength 26 kN. Wt 50 g
Kong Frogs
code
each
Frog [with short web strop]
TOLFROG
15.84
Frog cable
TOLFROGC
13.40

QUICK RELEASE MARINE SNAP SHACKLES

Wichard use high resistance 17.4 PH forged stainless steel [magnetic]
on these snap shackles which will deform before breaking and will
never break suddenly. Designed for marine use. N.B. Different safety
standards apply.

each
29.00
34.00

Wichard Quick Release Snap

Shackles HR This patented design
allows the shackle to open immediately by means
of a control line.

The lovely new

Ultima Scaffold
Hook

Overall length 90 mm. Diameter inside release 16

mm. Inside swivel bail 23 mm. Weight 100 g

Working at
height? Save
yourself
326 g!
Steel

Wichard Quick Release Snap Shackle

Aluminium

Scaffold Carbines These large tested carbines will clip directly

over 50 mm diameter tube making securing lanyards, rigging rope
ladders and blocks a quick, safe operation. Also useful for securing
tool bags, paint kettles and buckets to scaffold towers. A pin is
provided to form a captive eye if it is needed. Tested to 35 kN
[aluminium 38kN]. CE marked EN 362:2004/T. If you are working at
height why not consider purchasing the Ultima aluminium version
which will save you a useful 344 g. For lightweight aluminium podgers
see page 3.46. Suitable for fall arrest provided they are used according
to instructions. Any unit which has arrested falling weights should be
replaced immediately.
Scaffold Carbines
steel
aluminium

wt
744 g
418 g

Breaking Load
2,000 kg

SAFETY

length strength
230 mm 35 kN
22 mm 38 kN

Flints, Queens Row, London, SE17 2PX

code
WIR229
SAFA734

Safety factor
WLL
1.56 to 1 1,280 kg*
code
WIRWD2774

each
54.56

Wichard Fixed Eye Snap Shackles

HR The plunger is set captive into the hook
and can not become dislodged. We can supply
other sizes and types of snap shackles.
Overall length 50 mm. Diameter inside release 16
mm. Inside lower eye 10mm. Weight 42 g.

SAFETY

Min Breaking Load

2,500 kg

Wichard Fixed Snap Shackle

each
29.90
37.90
T: 020 7703 9786

Safety factor
WLL
2.08 to 1 960 kg*
code
WIRWD2471

each
25.20

Wichard are renowned for their quality and innovation,

please beware of imitations.
F: 020 7708 4189

www.flints.co.uk

Alloy Scaffold Hook

Standard version
Black version

Kong Frogs These are super fast

connectors. Just touch the Frog
against - cable, rope or another
connector and the patented end
design slams shut instantly grabbing
the item and you have a secure
connection able to withstand 22 kN!
[26 kN for the Kong Frog Cable].
The Kong Frog eliminates fiddling with
karabiner gates while trying to make
an awkward connection. Use it to
reach for a flying wire for brailing
purposes. Use it for action onstage
when a clean instant pick up is needed.
Jaw width 13 mm. Really well thought
out and useful bits of rigging kit.
CE Marked. Conformity EN 362:04/A/T.
EN 12275. The Kong Frog comes in two types:

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