Eyebolts

What is the difference between an eyebolt and a ringbolt?

A standard eyebolt features a single forged ring on the top of the shank, whereas a ringbolt is equipped with an extra ring around the first ring. Eyebolts can only accommodate forces that are vertically above or below, while ringbolts can handle angled forces as well.

How to install eyebolts?

• Determine the thickness of the material in which the bolt will be installed.
• Choose a bolt such that the threaded portion of the eyebolt protrudes out of the surface.
• If the eyebolt has unthreaded portion inside the material, use washers to raise the height of the bolt such that only the threaded portion is inside the material.
• Install the eyebolt inside the pre-tapped hole in the material.
• Use a screwdriver as a lever to screw in the bolt or hand-tighten it.
• Attach a nut if possible.

What are some safety precautions while using or installing eyebolts?

• Use eyebolts with a higher working load limit than required.
• Check for signs of wear or damage on the bolts.
• The threads on the eyebolt's shank & tapped hole should be clean.
• Do not grind or cut the eyebolt as that would damage the inner strength of the bolt.
• Loads should be applied on the axis of the eye.