Eye Bolts & Nuts
MTN Shop stocks a complete range of Doughty eye bolts, eye nuts and U bolts for stage rigging, suspension systems and overhead lifting applications in theatre, live events and TV studios. Our range covers M6, M8, M10 and M12 lifting eye bolts in standard and large eye versions, eye nuts in a range of WLL ratings, and U bolts with plates for tube and bar fixing. All products are certified and stamped with their Safe Working Load.
Browse the full range below or visit our rigging accessories range for a complete solution. For specification guidance visit our entertainment and stage rigging guide.
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Eye Bolts & Nuts – Product list
Doughty Eye Bolts, Eye Nuts and U Bolts for Stage Rigging
Doughty eye bolts and eye nuts are used to create certified suspension and attachment points in stage rigging, flying systems, scenic suspension and overhead installations in theatre, TV studios and live events. Available in M6, M8, M10 and M12 thread sizes in standard and large eye versions, all Doughty eye bolts are zinc plated and supplied with their WLL clearly marked. U bolts with plates are available in M8, M10 and M12 for clamping tubes and bars in rigging structures.
Products in This Range
Eye Bolts
Doughty eye bolts are available in M6, M8, M10 and M12 thread sizes, each in standard and large eye versions. Large eye versions accept larger diameter shackles and wire rope fittings. All are zinc plated with WLL stamped on the body.
- Doughty M6 Eye Bolts: standard and large eye versions.
- Doughty M8 Eye Bolts: standard and large eye versions.
- Doughty M10 Eye Bolts: standard and large eye versions.
- Doughty M12 Eye Bolts: standard and large eye versions.
Eye Nuts
Doughty eye nuts are used as suspension attachment points on threaded studs, drop rods and hanging systems. Available in M6, M8, M10 and M12 sizes with WLL ratings from 100kg to 500kg. Standard, plated and tested and plated versions available. The Doughty Pink Eye Nut is a high-visibility 500kg WLL eye nut for use on hanging clamps and suspension points where the WLL marking must be clearly visible during inspection.
- Doughty Eye Nuts M6 and M8: 100kg to 140kg WLL. Standard, tested and plated versions.
- Doughty M10 Eye Nuts: 230kg WLL. Plated, tested and plated, and black versions.
- Doughty M12 Eye Nuts 340kg: 340kg WLL.
- Doughty M12 Eye Nuts 500kg: 500kg WLL. For high-load suspension applications.
U Bolts
Doughty U bolts with plates are used to clamp tubes and bars in rigging structures and flying systems. Available in M8, M10 and M12 sizes. The Doughty Large U Bolt is available for larger diameter tube applications.
What to Look For
- Collared vs non-collared eye bolts: collared eye bolts can accept loads from multiple directions and are the correct choice for stage rigging. Non-collared eye bolts are only suitable for purely vertical inline loads. Always use collared eye bolts for overhead rigging applications.
- Thread size and WLL: match the thread size to your fixing point and always verify the WLL of the eye bolt or eye nut against the total suspended load with an appropriate safety margin.
- Finish: standard zinc plated for general rigging. Tested and plated versions are individually proof tested before dispatch for critical load-bearing applications.
Pair with wire rope and fittings, shackles and links and our full rigging accessories range for a complete solution.
