These 1″ ratchets are made of Type 304 Stainless Steel for marine and high moisture applications. The Chromium element in stainless steel allows the ratchet to form a passive rust layer on the surface that does not accelerate to the core of the steel. Chromium also has the natural ability to repair itself and form another passive layer if the ratchet is scratched for premium protection from moisture. The thumb ratchet is meant for 1″ webbing. For added strength in a 1″ ratchet assembly try our RAT26SS which has a higher Break Strength. For other 1″ ratchets and cam buckles:
- 1″ Cam Buckle (CAM5)
- 1″ Thumb Ratchet (RAT16)
- 1″ Ratchet (RAT26)
- 1″ Ratchet Stainless Steel (RAT26SS)
Ratchet Use Guidelines
According to the WSTDA (section 4.6.8): “When using web tie downs with a winch or ratchet, a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 wraps of webbing shall be wound on the winch or ratchet mandrel. Excessive wraps of webbing on the mandrel may reduce the working load limit (WLL) of the web tie down and may interfere with proper operation.”
California Residents: WARNING
