Dibblee
Kenter Shackle - 32 mm - 1-1/4 Lloyds Register (LR)
Kenter Shackle - 32 mm - 1-1/4 Lloyds Register (LR)
Couldn't load pickup availability
Kenter Joining Shackle — 32mm (1-1/4") | LR Certified
Grade 3 forged steel Kenter joining shackle, individually serialized and supplied with a valid Lloyd's Register (LR) certificate. Each unit's serial number is covered by the certificate. Manufactured to ±2.5% metric sizing tolerance and compatible with equivalent imperial chain sizes.
Technical Specifications
| Chain Diameter | 32mm (1-1/4") |
|---|---|
| Sizing Tolerance | ±2.5% — actual range 31.2–32.8mm |
| Breaking Load | 44.2 tonnes / 434 kN / 97,460 lbs |
| Grade | Grade 3 |
| Material | Forged Steel |
| Finish | Natural steel with varnish |
| Approximate Weight | 3.5 kg |
| Corrosion Resistance | Saltwater rated — natural steel with varnish |
Certification
| Certification Type | LR |
|---|---|
| Certifying Authority | Lloyd's Register (LR) |
| Serialization | Yes — each unit individually serialized; serial number covered by certificate |
| Standards | ISO 1704 · IACS |
Applications
- Marine anchor chain joining
- Commercial vessel mooring systems
- Offshore platform anchoring
- Defense and government maritime operations
- NATO and military procurement
Compatibility
Designed for 32mm (1-1/4") Grade 3 stud link anchor chain. Due to the ±2.5% manufacturing tolerance, the actual kenter measures 31.2–32.8mm and accommodates equivalent imperial chain sizes within tolerance. Kenters are manufactured every 2mm in size.
Required accessories (sold separately):
- Lead Plug — required to secure the taper pin after installation
- Drive Pin Punch — required for disassembly
Installation Instructions
- Qualified personnel required for installation.
- Required tools: drift punch, sledgehammer appropriate for chain size.
- Disassemble kenter and insert taper pin through the chain link and kenter body.
- Drive the taper pin fully home (large end first) with a sledgehammer.
- Secure with a lead plug — hammer flush until the pin cannot back out.
- Inspect visually before placing into service.
- For disassembly: Remove the lead plug first (torch or drill), then use a Drive Pin Punch on the small end of the taper pin to drive it out.
Safety Warnings
- NOT approved for overhead lifting.
- NOT for load bearing in air — mooring and anchoring use only.
- Do not exceed rated breaking load (44.2 tonnes / 97,460 lbs).
- Inspect before each use — check for deformation, cracks, and corrosion.
- Replace if dimensional changes, cracking, or missing components are detected.
- Lead plug must be installed and fully seated before operational use.
- Always match kenter grade to chain grade — do not mix grades.
- Used kenters should be replaced, not re-certified.
Supplied by Dibblee Industries Ltd., Montreal, Quebec — established 1940.
Dibblee Industries Ltd.
Technical Data Sheet
WARNING: NOT approved for overhead lifting WARNING: NOT for load bearing in air — mooring and anchoring applications only Do not exceed rated breaking load (44.2 tonnes) Inspect before each use: check for deformation, cracks, corrosion Replace if dimensional changes, cracking, or missing components detected Lead plug must be installed and seated before operational use Match kenter grade to chain grade — do not mix grades Used kenters should be replaced, not re-certified
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chain Diameter | 32mm (1-1/4") |
| Breaking Load | 44.2 tonnes / 434 kN / 97,460 lbs |
| Material | Grade 3 Forged Steel |
| Finish / Coating | Natural steel with varnish |
| Manufacturing Tolerance | ±2.5% (actual: 31.2–32.8mm) |
| Manufacturer | DTL (supplied by Dibblee Industries Ltd.) |
| Country of Origin | Contact for country of origin details |
Applications
- Marine anchor chain joining
- Commercial vessel mooring
- Industrial marine applications
- Defense and government maritime operations
- Offshore platform anchoring
- NATO and military procurement
Compatible Products
- Designed for 32mm (1-1/4") Grade 3 stud link anchor chain
- Manufacturing tolerance ±2.5% means actual kenter may measure 31.2–32.8mm
- Compatible with equivalent imperial chain sizes within tolerance
- Access fittings: Lead Plug (all sizes under 3"), Drive Pin Punch (size-specific)
Standards Compliance
- ISO 1704 (Ship's anchor chains)
- IACS (International Association of Classification Societies)
- ASTM standards (where applicable)
Corrosion Resistance
- Varnish coating provides corrosion protection
- Saltwater rated for marine environments
- Inspect per vessel maintenance schedule
- Replace if coating is damaged, dimensional changes detected, or cracking observed
Ordering Information
- Minimum order quantity: 1
- Lead time: Contact for current availability and lead time