Ronstan Eye Bolt - Welded Eye - 3/16" Thread x 2" Long Stud

The Ronstan Eye Bolt - Welded Eye - 3/16" Thread x 2" Long Stud is a marine-grade fastening solution trusted by serious boaters and anglers who demand reliability in saltwater and freshwater environments. Whether you're rigging a deck fitting, securing a cable run, or anchoring a hardware installation on your vessel, this eye bolt provides the secure pivot point your setup requires. Built by Ronstan, a manufacturer with decades of reputation in the marine industry, this component is engineered to handle the vibration, corrosion, and load demands of working boats.

The 3/16" thread diameter with a 2" long stud offers a balanced footprint for compact installations where space is at a premium—common in cabin trim, pulpit mounts, or railing attachment points. The welded eye construction eliminates the weak point of a bent wire design, delivering superior strength and a cleaner load path that resists side-pulling and torque. Stainless steel construction (standard for Ronstan marine hardware) resists corrosion in harsh saltwater conditions and requires minimal maintenance beyond occasional rinse-downs. The substantial 2" stud length accommodates through-bolting through fiberglass, wood, or composite deck materials with room for washers and lock hardware underneath.

Experienced deck hands and anglers rely on Ronstan eye bolts for permanent rigging installations where failure isn't an option—from rail systems and pulpit supports to cable routing and block attachment points. The compact dimensions (approximately 1" x 1" x 3" overall) make it ideal for retrofit work or new construction on small to mid-sized vessels. Installation is straightforward: drill a 3/16" hole, insert the stud, and secure with a nut and lock washer below deck or behind a backing plate. This eye bolt integrates seamlessly into systems using standard marine hardware and accepts shackles, carabiners, or rope splices rated for your application's working load.