Whitecap 1/2" Wire Rope Thimble Stainless | S-4085P
Whitecap 1/2" Wire Rope Thimble Stainless | S-4085P — Product description
It's a small part that quietly saves your rope. Whitecap's stainless steel wire rope thimble seats inside the spliced eye of 1/2 inch line and takes the chafe that would otherwise wear through the fibers where they wrap a shackle, ring, or anchor swivel.
A thimble is one of those little fittings that does a big job. Whitecap's stainless steel wire rope thimble sits inside the spliced eye of your 1/2 inch synthetic line and takes the abrasion that would otherwise chew through the fibers. It's the smooth, teardrop-shaped metal insert that keeps the eye from collapsing under load and from chafing where it wraps a shackle pin, ring, or anchor swivel.
You'll splice or seize the eye of the rope right around it. Once it's set, the thimble holds the loop's shape and spreads the load across a wider radius instead of a tight, hard bend. That's what makes a rope last.
Stainless steel means it won't rust streak your deck or seize up in salt water. Sized for 1/2 inch diameter rope, it's a common fit for anchor rodes, mooring pennants, and dock line eyes on trailerable boats and mid-size cruisers.
Key Features
- Stainless steel construction resists rust and salt-water corrosion
- Sized for 1/2 inch diameter synthetic rope
- Teardrop shape protects the spliced eye from chafe at the shackle or ring
- Spreads load across a wider bend radius so the rope lasts longer
- Silver finish, standard wire rope thimble profile
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Whitecap reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Whitecap Stainless Steel Wire Rope Thimble for 1/2 Inch Rope |
|---|---|
| Brand | Whitecap |
| Manufacturer Part Number | S-4085P |
| UPC | 725060408510 |
| Type | Wire Rope Thimble |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Rope Diameter | 1/2 inch |
| For Use With | 1/2 inch diameter synthetic rope |
Frequently asked questions
What size rope does this thimble fit?
It's made for 1/2 inch diameter synthetic rope. Match the thimble to your line diameter so the eye seats properly.
What does a thimble actually do?
It lines the inside of a spliced eye. The metal takes the chafe and holds the loop's shape so the rope doesn't wear through where it connects to a shackle, ring, or anchor swivel.
Is it really stainless steel?
Yes. Stainless holds up to salt water and won't leave rust streaks on your deck the way a plated steel thimble can.
How do I install it?
You splice or seize the eye of the rope around the thimble. Once the loop is set around it, it stays put under load.
