Wichard Diamond Pad Eye - Square - 79mm Length (3-7/64") - M6 Screw

The Wichard Diamond Pad Eye — Square — 79mm Length (3-7/64") — M6 Screw is a precision-engineered marine hardware component built for serious boaters and anglers who demand reliability under demanding water conditions. After years on the water, you understand that deck hardware is no place to cut corners; every fastening point bears the cumulative stress of wind, waves, and the constant working motion of a vessel underway. This stainless steel pad eye serves as a secure anchor point for cleats, cables, rigging, and safety lines, making it an essential component in both rigging systems and deck layouts where structural integrity cannot be compromised.

Wichard has engineered this pad eye with an optimized diamond-shaped cross-section that balances mechanical strength with corrosion resistance—a critical ratio in saltwater and freshwater environments alike. The square configuration and 79mm length provide ample bearing surface for high-load applications while the M6 screw specification ensures compatibility with standard marine fastening systems. The pad eye's design minimizes stress concentration points, distributing loads evenly across the mounting base and reducing the risk of fatigue failure over extended service. Constructed from materials selected specifically for their resistance to galvanic corrosion, this hardware maintains integrity season after season without requiring constant maintenance or replacement.

Mast foot blocks, boom vang systems, and structural attachment points on fishing vessels and cruising boats rely on this type of hardware to handle the repetitive shock loads that come with rough water and working rigging. Whether you're installing new safety equipment, upgrading a deck system, or repairing worn-out hardware, this M6 pad eye integrates seamlessly with existing Wichard marine fittings and standard stainless hardware. Installation is straightforward—the M6 screw mounting accepts standard fasteners and pairs naturally with through-deck or structural reinforcement plates, making it ideal for both new builds and retrofit applications on boats of all sizes.