Padeye

Padeye

A padeye is a device often found on boats that a line runs through, or provides an attachment point. It is a kind of fairlead and often is bolted or welded to the deck or hull of a boat.

It is also used in oil and gas projects to assist in the purpose of lifting of decks during platform installation.


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