Schaefer T-Track Stainless Steel Slider 1" x 1/8" Lined

The Schaefer T-Track Stainless Steel Slider 1" x 1/8" Lined is a precision-engineered marine hardware component designed for sailboat rigging systems and deck hardware installations. Built to ISO standards for marine applications, this slider accommodates the 1" x 1/8" T-track profile found on modern sailboat masts and booms, enabling smooth, adjustable positioning of sail controls, travelers, and hardware fittings without permanent deck modification.

The slider measures 3 inches in length and features a 9/16-inch eye for shackle or line attachment. Constructed from stainless steel with a lined interior to protect the track profile and reduce friction, it delivers a safe working load (SWL) of 750 pounds—adequate for vessels up to 27 feet with sail areas to 315 square feet and hull weights to 5,000 pounds. The compact 1-3/8-inch width and low profile minimize wind resistance and deck clutter, while the stainless steel construction resists salt-air corrosion inherent to coastal and offshore environments.

This slider is essential for cruising sailboats, racing keelboats, and any rigged vessel where adjustable track systems manage traveler cars, mainsheet hardware, or jib fairleads. Weekend coastal cruisers and serious offshore sailors alike depend on these components to maintain control authority and safety in variable wind conditions. The lined design extends track life by reducing wear from repeated slider movement—a practical advantage on boats operated intensively over multiple seasons.

T-track systems have become the standard in modern marine rigging because they eliminate drilling multiple holes for fixed hardware placement. This slider is one of the core components enabling that flexibility. Compatibility with standard 1" x 1/8" track ensures straightforward integration with existing deck systems or new builds using common marine track profiles.