{"product_id":"doughty-eye-to-eye-strainers","title":"Doughty Eye to Eye Strainers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDoughty \u003cspan\u003eTurnbuckles\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a turnbuckle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are designed to provide a simple way to adjust the tension or length of ropes, cables, tie rods, and other tensioning systems without adding undue stress onto the coupling eyes of the cable attachment. \u003c\/span\u003eThey come in a variety of types, sizes, and coatings to suit many suspending and tensioning applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a turnbuckle used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurnbuckles can be used in numerous industries where require a great deal of tension. Some examples are as follow:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eEntertainment industry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Turnbuckles are used in nearly all entertainment rigging in theatres, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elive concert performances, film and TV, etc. \u003cbr\u003e- They\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are commonly used to make small adjustments in line lengths, making a flown unit sit parallel to the stage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e- Also, to make very minor height or angle adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSport:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n- To tension the ropes in wrestling rings and boxing rings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-headline\" id=\"Construction\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For tensioning a ship's \u003c\/span\u003erigging\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003elashing\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e To support a fence in a garden with small turnbuckles\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e- To support high-rise buildings or in structures such as bridges with extremely large turnbuckles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferent turnbuckle types are \u003c\/span\u003eavailable at MTN SHOP EU - M8 and M10,  Hook-Eye and Eye-Eye. Note: They are not rated with an SWL. For any inquiries, please contact us via chat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpec Sheet: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1864\/7093\/files\/Doughty_BARREL_STRAINER_M8_EYE_TO_EYE_T37500_Spec_sheet.pdf?18351311276853604358\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eT37500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1864\/7093\/files\/Doughty_BARREL_STRAINER_M10_EYE_TO_EYE_T37600_Spec_Sheet.pdf?18351311276853604358\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eT37600\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1864\/7093\/files\/Doughty_BARREL_STRAINER_M8_HOOK_AND_EYE_T39500_Spec_Sheet.pdf?18351311276853604358\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eT39500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1864\/7093\/files\/Doughty_BARREL_STRAINER_M10_HOOK_AND_EYE_T39600_Spec_Sheet.pdf?18351311276853604358\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eT39600\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eSteel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eZinc Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSee the individual spec sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSWL:\u003c\/strong\u003e See the individual spec sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee the individual spec sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent Turnbuckle Types: Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger bolt size\/thread diameter has a greater safe working load(SWL) than the smaller bolt size\/thread diameters. When you compare M8 and M10 turnbuckles, you will see the difference between their SWL, i.e. M8 has a smaller SWL than M10. So, if you need a \u003cspan\u003eheavy-duty turnbuckle, the larger the bolt size, the better.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent Turnbuckle Types\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003eFittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHook and Eye Turnbuckle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAs the name suggests, it features a hook on one end and an \u003cspan\u003eenclosed connector on the other. It is ideal to be used in the connections where there is a need for a quick attachment and where the anchor point does not easily slip out the opening of the hook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"tip\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003eSafety Tips from MTN SHOP: We do not recommend hook fittings in situations where tension can unexpectedly release from the turnbuckle as this may cause the hook to dislodge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye to Eye Turnbuckle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing a ring\/eye on both sides, it is used with components that can be opened and connect into the ring\/eye fittings. Those components can be a shackle or quick link. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003et is preferable at areas where there is a possibility of the anchor point to slip out of an open hook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use a turnbuckle? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn example of connecting an eye-to-eye turnbuckle to a shackle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the eye into the open shackle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose the shackle so the eye is secured in place\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1864\/7093\/files\/how-to-use-a-turnbuckle-1_large.PNG?v=1571415868\" alt=\"How to use a turnbuckle\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo the same or similar approach on the other end \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the two eye fittings are locked, the turnbuckle can be tightened. You can use your hand or wrench to do that.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the claw of your wrench or apply the manual force(if using hands) in the middle part of the turnbuckle and then turn the body until the desired tension is reached.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1864\/7093\/files\/how-to-use-a-turnbuckle-2_large.PNG?v=1571416595\" alt=\"How to use a turnbuckle?\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Doughty Engineering","offers":[{"title":"M8-WLL 230Kg-Tested","offer_id":57986096529789,"sku":"T37501","price":19.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"M8-WLL 230Kg","offer_id":57986096562557,"sku":"T37500","price":5.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"M10-WLL 700Kg","offer_id":57986096595325,"sku":"T37600","price":13.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"M10 -WLL 700Kg- Tested","offer_id":57986096628093,"sku":"T37601","price":21.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/8057\/2604\/files\/T37501_01.jpg?v=1775128704","url":"https:\/\/shopmtn.co.uk\/products\/doughty-eye-to-eye-strainers","provider":"MTN Shop UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}