How to Choose the Right Double Eye Turnbuckle
When selecting an eye & eye turnbuckle, the most important factors to consider are material, eye type, and manufacturer. Choosing the right combination helps ensure the best performance for your application.
Construction Material
We offer two primary material options for eye & eye turnbuckles: stainless steel and galvanized steel. Both provide excellent strength and corrosion resistance, but the right choice depends on your environment.
- Stainless Steel Eye & Eye Turnbuckles – Ideal for marine, coastal, and other high-moisture environments where maximum corrosion resistance is critical.
- Galvanized Eye & Eye Turnbuckles – A durable, cost-effective option for general outdoor and industrial applications.
Eye Type
Most of our double eye turnbuckles feature elongated eyes on both ends. Elongated eyes help reduce component stress and make it easier to connect shackles, hooks, and other rigging hardware.
The primary exception is our stainless steel eye & eye turnbuckle, which uses a different eye pattern. In most applications, elongated eyes are the preferred choice unless space or connection requirements make another style necessary.
Manufacturer Options
Depending on your budget and application, brand may play an important role in your buying decision. We offer several trusted eye & eye turnbuckle brands ranging from premium USA-made options to dependable, cost-effective alternatives.
Van Beest Eye & Eye Turnbuckles
Van Beest eye & eye turnbuckles are high-quality, European-made rigging products trusted by professionals around the world. Known for consistent manufacturing and dependable performance, Van Beest hardware meets recognized industry standards.
Crosby® Eye & Eye Turnbuckles
Crosby® eye & eye turnbuckles are made in the USA and are widely recognized throughout the rigging industry for exceptional strength, durability, and testing standards. For many professionals, Crosby® is the preferred choice when performance matters most.
Crosby® turnbuckles meet or exceed ASME B30.26 requirements and are fatigue rated for longer service life.
Industry Compliance
All of our galvanized eye & eye turnbuckles meet USA federal safety specifications, including the performance requirements of ASTM F-1145 (formerly Federal Specification FF-T-791).
Our stainless steel eye & eye turnbuckles meet the requirements of ASTM F1145-92 Type 1, Class H.
Questions About Eye & Eye Turnbuckles?
If you need help choosing the right heavy-duty turnbuckle or matching rigging hardware for your application, contact our sales team for expert assistance.
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