G210 Powder Painted Dee Shackle

What is a G210 Shackle?

The "G210" is a code that refers to a Grade 6 Alloy Steel Anchor Shackle. This code is part of a standardized system, primarily from manufacturers, to quickly identify a shackle's type, size, and grade.

Let's break down the code:

• G: Stands for "Green Pin". This is a visual identifier. Shackles with a green-painted pin (and often a green paint mark on the bow) are made from high-strength alloy steel.

• 2: Indicates the shackle type. "2" is the code for an Anchor Shackle (also known as a Bow Shackle).

• 10: Represents the size of the shackle. In this case, a size 10 shackle has a 1-inch diameter pin.

  Common Uses

  G210 shackles are versatile and used in many demanding industries:

  • Construction: Connecting slings, hoists, and cables.

  • Marine & Offshore: Mooring, towing, and rigging.

  • Oil & Gas: Lifting and securing heavy equipment.

  • Transportation: Securing loads (though other shackle types are more common for this).

  • Manufacturing: As a component in lifting assemblies.

  Safety and Inspection

  • Never Exceed the WLL: The WLL is the maximum force the product should bear in service.

  • Inspect Regularly: Look for cracks, stretching, bent pins, excessive wear (especially at the bearing points), and thread damage.

  • Proper Installation: Ensure the screw pin is fully engaged and "finger tight plus a little more." Avoid using a cheater bar to tighten, as this can damage threads and make disassembly difficult. A common best practice is to "hand-tighten, then back off a quarter turn" to prevent thread galling, but always follow the manufacturer's specific instructions.

  • Avoid Side-Loading: While bow shackles are better than chain shackles for multi-directional loads, they are still strongest when loaded along the centerline of the bow.