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Clamcleat® CL253 Trapeze & Vang Cleat, for 4-8mm rope

CL253 Trapeze & Vang Cleat

Clamcleat® CL255 Omega cleat holds 3-6mm ropes.

CL255 Omega

CL254 Racing Midi

A standard alloy cleat, designed to hold higher loads.
Technical Details   Metric Imperial
Rope Diameter 4 - 8mm 5/32 - 5/16"
Material Aluminium Aluminium
Hole Centres 55mm 2 1/8"
Length 71mm 2 13/16"
Width 18mm 11/16"
Height 27mm 1 1/16
Bolt Size M5 #10 3/16"
Screw Size 4.8 No 10
Weight 38gms 1.3oz

The rope drops down into the teeth of the Clamcleat® CL254 to give a quick and positive lock that is easy to release. Will hold very high loads when used with high quality ropes. Manufactured from aluminium for light weight and durable performance.

Ideal for canvas structures and sports nets. 

The CL254 is available in two finishes:
1. CL254 has a silver stove enamel finish for a cost effective, high quality coating. Suitable for all inland and coastal conditions.
2. CL254AN has a hard anodised finish to give the ultimate hard wearing surface. Excellent for extreme coastal conditions.

Using a CL803 Tapered pad under the CL254 can aid rope alignment.
A Nylon version of the CL254 is the CL209 - see below.
A smaller version of the CL254 is the CL222 (for 3-6mm ropes).
A larger version is CL219 (for 6-12mm ropes).

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Q: Is CL254 available in plastic?

Ans: The plastic version of the CL254 is the CL209.

Q: What size of rope can you use on the CL254?

Ans: The CL254 will accept ropes from 4-8mm.

Q: What is an open cleat?

Ans: An open cleat allows you to completely remove the rope from the cleat.

Q: What fixing do I need to secure the Clamcleat® CL254 Cleat?

Ans: The fixing for a CL254 cleat is M5 CSK or 6mm no 10 woodscrews.

Q: What are the hole centers for securing the Clamcleat® CL254 Cleat?

Ans: The hole centers for the CL254 cleat are 55mm 2 1/8”.

Q: Is there a tapered pad for the Clamcleat® CL254 cleat?

Ans: The tapered pad for the CL254 is CL803.

Q: Why does Clamcleat® not publish safe working loads (SWL) or break loads for its cleats?

Ans: The quality, type and style of the rope or cord plays a major role in the performance of the cleat. Normally the better the quality of the rope the greater holding power, also some cleats are designed to slip once they exceed the desired holding load as a safety feature including securing fabrics such as sunshades or covers.

Q: Do you get a better performance with an Aluminum cleat?

Ans: Aluminum cleats do not improve the performance of the cleat, but they can achieve higher holding loads and they also might improve the lifespan of the cleat especially if the rope will be in contact with the teeth whilst the rope is being pulled through during adjustment.

Q: What different coating are there for the Aluminum cleats?

Ans: The standard coating for the cleat is a Stoving Aluminum silver enamel coating. For extra protection from corrosion and a high-tech appearance the cleats are also available in a dark grey Hard anodized finish. The part no in suffixed with “AN” to identify the hard anodized finish.

Q: What is the best way to fix an aluminum cleat into a carbon fiber spar?

Ans: You need to create a barrier between the aluminum cleat and the carbon fiber surface to stop electrolytic de-composition. The barrier can be created by cutting a thin shim of plastic to the shape of the cleat and drill the fixing holes (the retail card the cleat is sold on is ideal to use as the shim), also use aa inhibitor or anti corrosive jointing compound such as Duralac on the fixing.

Q: Do you need to put a barrier between the Aluminum cleat and the stainless-steel fixing?

Ans: You need to add a inhibitor or barrier compound between the fixings, the Aluminum cleat and the mast or boom. For example, Daralac anti corrosive jointing compound.

Q: How long should an Aluminum cleat last?

Ans: This really depends on the usage, the quality and age of the rope used etc. so is very difficult to gauge. The ultraviolet rays will discolor the cleats over time and in very sunny climates may affect the life of the cleat. In extreme climates the life expectancy should be 10 -15 years depending on usage and in more moderate climate 20 + years.

Q: Can I fit my cleats using pop rivets?

Ans: Using pop rivets to fit your cleat is a tidy quick way of securing the cleat. Ensure the pop rivet is at 90 degrees to the cleat when fixing and with certain smaller cleats the head of the pop rivet gun will not sit onto the pop rivet when in place so you will require to add a spacer between the gun and the rivet.   

Q: What type of rope or cord will give the best performance on my cleats?

Ans: In our experience a braided good quality rope gives you the best holding performance.

Q: What is the largest cleat Clamcleat make?

Ans: The CL220 is the largest cleat in the Clamcleat® range and is designed for a rope from 12-16mm 3/8 to 5/8”.

Q: Is there any maintenance required to a cleat to keep it performing well?

Ans: We would recommend flushing the with fresh water as often are you can.





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