Trem Thimbles and Terminals

What are thimbles and terminals in the nautical field:

1. Redance (or "Redance" in Italian) : The term thimble is used in nautical science to refer to an accessory used to secure cables, ropes, or lines to a vessel. Specifically, a thimble is a type of fastening or clip that holds a cable or line in place on a boat. These accessories are essential for the proper use and management of mooring lines or rigging on board.

   Thimbles can be made of various materials, such as stainless steel or reinforced plastic , and are designed to withstand marine environments. They are often used in applications such as:

   • Sail rigging systems
   • Moorings
   • Fixing safety lines

2. Terminals : In nautical applications, terminals are hardware or components used to conclude or terminate a rope, line, or cable. For example, terminals can be used to secure the ends of an anchor rope , a steel cable , or a sailing line . Some common types of terminals include:

   • Eye Terminals : Used to create a loop on a rope or cable.
   • Crimp Terminals : These allow you to attach a rope or cable to other attachment systems, such as pulleys or hooks.
   • Screw or splice terminals : For the safe connection of two lines of cable or rope.
   • Bolts and Hooks : Which can be considered terminals for attachment to another part of the vessel.