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CL275 Racing Micros
The smallest open aluminium cleat.
| Technical Details | Metric | Imperial | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rope Diameter |  |
1 - 4mm | 3/64 - 5/32" |
| Material |  |
Aluminium | Aluminium |
| Hole Centres |  |
24mm | 15/16" |
| Length |  |
33mm | 1 5/16" |
| Width |  |
13mm | 1/2" |
| Height |  |
15mm | 5/8 |
| Bolt Size |  |
M3 | #4-40. 1/8" |
| Screw Size |  |
3 | No. 4 |
| Weight |  |
7gms | 0.2oz |
Availability:
In stock
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Clamcleat-CL275
The smallest open aluminium cleat. Use for control lines on dinghies and kayaks. The silver version fits on alloy window frames.
Available as CL275 wih a silver finish or CL275AN with a hard anodised finish.
To prevent any corrosion when fitting the CL275 to carbon fibre tubes, use a barrier compound, or our PT425 + PT425 insulators. (You just need to cut off the 2 little "fingers" at one end of the PT425 insulator base).
There is also a Nylon version of this open cleat- see CL274.
A larger version is CL222, for 3-6mm ropes.
Fitting a CL823 Tapered Pad can aid rope alignment.
If you need a fairlead cleat - see CL268.
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Q: What size of rope should I use on my CL275 cleat?
Ans: The size of rope used on the CL275 is from 1mm to 4mm (3/64 – 5/32”).
Q: What fixing do I need to secure the Clamcleat® CL275 Cleat?
Ans: The fixing for a CL275 cleat is M3 CSK or 3mm no 4 woodscrews.
Q: What are the hole centers for securing the Clamcleat® CL275 Cleat?
Ans: The hole centers for the CL275 cleat are 24mm 1 15/16”.
Q: Is there a tapered pad for the Clamcleat® CL275 cleat?
Ans: The tapered pad for the CL275 is CL823.
Q: Is CL275 available in nylon?
Ans: The nylon version of the CL275 is the CL274.
Q: What is an open cleat?
Ans: An open cleat allows you to completely remove the rope from the cleat.
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: How long should a Nylon 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: 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.
