Gibraltar GIB07465 Open Wire Turned Eye Bolt 1/2-13

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR GIB07465 is a stainless steel open wire turned eye bolt designed for load-bearing fastening applications where corrosion resistance is critical. It features a 1/2-13 thread size and a 4-inch shank length with a 2.5-inch thread engagement length. The open eye configuration allows for quick attachment and removal of hooks, cables, shackles, and rigging hardware without threading through a closed loop. This fastener is suited for marine, outdoor structural, HVAC equipment anchoring, and general industrial installations where stainless steel is specified for longevity in wet or corrosive environments.

This eye bolt is appropriate for both residential and commercial applications requiring a reliable threaded anchor point. Typical installations include overhead rigging, equipment suspension, cable management anchoring, and structural tie-off points. The open wire turned eye design is commonly used by mechanical contractors, riggers, and maintenance technicians working in environments exposed to moisture, chemicals, or salt air where carbon steel fasteners would degrade prematurely.

Key Features

• Open wire turned eye allows fast hook and cable attachment without threading through a closed loop
• Stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in marine, wet, and chemically exposed environments
• 1/2-13 unified coarse thread for compatibility with standard nuts and tapped holes
• 4-inch shank length with 2.5-inch thread length for secure engagement in thick substrates
• 1-inch inside diameter eye opening accommodates standard hooks, shackles, and rigging hardware
• 1.9-inch outside diameter eye provides adequate bearing surface for load distribution

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 1/2-13 threaded open wire turned eye bolt suitable for use with compatible nuts, threaded inserts, and tapped structural members in general mechanical and construction fastening applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified mechanic, rigger, or contractor familiar with applicable load ratings and fastener specifications. Always verify the substrate material and thread engagement depth before applying load. Torque the fastener to the substrate manufacturer's specification using an appropriate wrench and secure with a lock nut where vibration is present. Never apply side-loading to an open eye bolt beyond its rated angular load capacity, and inspect the eye opening for deformation before each use in overhead or life-safety applications.