Wichard Folding Pad Eye - 6mm Diameter (15/64") - 2 Fixed Holes

The Wichard Folding Pad Eye with 6mm diameter (15/64") and 2 fixed holes is a marine-grade deck fitting essential for anglers, boaters, and anyone who demands reliability on the water. Whether you're securing a mooring line, anchoring safety harnesses, or rigging deck cleats, this compact folding pad eye provides a low-profile attachment point that folds flush when not in use—saving valuable deck space on tight-quarters vessels. Wichard has engineered this fitting for demanding saltwater and freshwater environments where corrosion and load failure aren't options.

Built from fully drop-forged marine-grade stainless steel, the Wichard Folding Pad Eye is 100% corrosion-resistant and engineered to maintain outstanding working and breaking loads regardless of load angle. The forged construction eliminates weak points found in cast or welded alternatives, making it capable of handling dynamic shock loads common in rough seas or when deploying heavy anchor systems. The 6mm eye diameter accommodates standard 6mm shackles, carabiners, and marine hardware, while the two pre-drilled fixed holes simplify installation on fiberglass, composite, or wooden decks with stainless fasteners (not included).

Cruising sailors, commercial fishermen, and liveaboard boaters benefit most from this folding design—it eliminates snagging hazards and keeps deck lines organized in tight quarters. Installation is straightforward: measure your 4" × 1" footprint on the deck, align the two fixed holes, and secure with 6mm stainless fasteners into a backing plate or structural member. Compatible with any marine application requiring a low-profile, high-strength pad eye, the Wichard unit withstands years of UV exposure, saltwater spray, and heavy use without degradation or maintenance.