Bollards and fairleads are two essential components for managing mooring on any type of vessel — from small motorboats to sailing yachts.

🪝 NAUTICAL BOLTS

Bollards are used to secure mooring lines (mooring lines, fenders, springs, etc.) in a safe and stable manner.

✅ Main types of bollards

1. Horned (classic) Two lateral arms, "T" shape -> Generic mooring
2. Cross (Cross) 4-arm, more secure mounting -> On large boat decks
3. Foldable / tipping They fold down when not needed -> Aesthetics and safety
4. Retractable bollards Invisible from locks, excellent on yachts -> For "flush" surfaces
5. Round or rectangular base bollards Variations for different deck layouts

🛠️ Materials

• AISI 316 stainless steel → rustproof, robust and shiny
• Anodized aluminum → lighter
• Chromed brass → aesthetic, also used on vintage boats
• Reinforced plastic (ABS) → for small boats, tenders

📐 Dimensions

• From 100 mm to over 300 mm
• Choice based on the diameter of the ropes and the size of the boat

🧭 CABLE GLANDS

Fairleads guide lines into or out of the boat, protecting the deck, cleats, and hull from chafing and wear.

✅ Main types

1. Classic (U-shaped) fairlead Protects edge and corners -> On gunwale or deck edge
2. Roller fairlead Includes a roller for easy sliding -> Ideal for anchors and moorings
3. Reinforced stainless steel eyelet fairlead , precise guidance -> Guardrails or side passage
4. Flush Mount Cable Management Integrated, elegant -> Modern Yachts and Boats

🛠️ Materials

• AISI 316 stainless steel → top resistance and durability
• Marine Bronze → excellent for classic boats
• Reinforced plastic / PVC → light boats and tenders

Advise

1. Choose cable guides as wide as the lines you use.
2. Mount them at the bollards or strong points

🛠️ Recommended assembly

• Bollards -> On deck, transom or pulpit -> Stainless steel through bolts + internal plate
• Fairleads -> On gunwale, deck edge, pulpit -> Stainless steel screws or marine adhesives (for plastic)

✅ Useful combo

For safe and functional mooring:

• 200mm stainless steel cleat
• Cable gland with roller
• Braided lines with anti-abrasion sock
• Shackles and mooring springs for shock absorption