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Chain

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Created by JonE Two weeks ago, 30 Dec 2024
JonE
VIC, 318 posts
30 Dec 2024 6:58PM
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36 foot boat, 3.5 tonnes, anchor type TBA.

Intention is to typically anchor in 4-5 meters.

Seems like this would be ideal - any issues with this? I wasn't sure about the breaking load - 750KG seems like not a lot for a marine application!

www.bunnings.com.au/pinnacle-8mm-5-16-x-12m-stainless-steel-chain_p0358141

MAGNESIUM
170 posts
31 Dec 2024 3:34AM
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Forget Bunnings it's **** go Suppliers of OMC G43 Anchor Chain way stronger than standard anchor chain and fantastic price.
ozzimarine.com.au/

Ramona
NSW, 7643 posts
31 Dec 2024 8:19AM
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For a 36 footer I would use 12m of 10mm stainless. Check what your winch needs if fitted.

garymalmgren
1221 posts
31 Dec 2024 8:27AM
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As Ramona has mentioned.
My first consideration is, "Does it fit my winch?"

saltiest1
NSW, 2507 posts
1 Jan 2025 9:39AM
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For me the first step was to find a quality supplier that backed their product. Mine is 39ft and 11ton fully loaded. Ended up getting 80 metres 8mm which has been used a few times in deep anchorage and / or heavy weather. Only downside is the weight in the bow drops the bow waterline a little unless in cruising mode and weight is stored aft. There's a great supplier in Kirrawee NSW that'll give a good price if you pick it up.



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