Redancia 14 mm – code: 05.326.14 – Osculati

14 mm Osculati Thimble (code 05.326.14)

The Osculati thimble is a hardware component designed for protection from chafing in eye splices. This version refers to the size 14 mm and to supplier code 05.326.14, suitable for use on textile cables and stainless steel cables when you want to preserve the cable eye at contact and working points.

In the nautical and onboard plant engineering field, the thimble is a small but important detail: when correctly inserted into the eye, it helps maintain an orderly seat and reduces wear caused by repeated rubbing on shackles, eye bolts, blocks, or other connecting elements (depending on the setup).

Product features and details

Main function

This thimble is designed for abrasion protection of spliced eyes. The goal is to offer a support surface more suitable than the cable alone, helping to limit abrasion in the most stressed areas.

Use on cables

• For textile cables: useful in constructions with rope or braid where the eye is subject to contact and sliding.
• For stainless steel cables: also suitable for splices/eyes on stainless steel cable, where protection of the working point is an important aspect in many applications.

Size and identification

• Size: 14 mm.
• Product code: 05.326.14.
• Supplier: Osculati S.r.l.

Available variants (catalog selection)

For this product family, there are variants in stainless steel with finish mirror polished, in version standard o heavy. Actual availability depends on the selected variant.

Typical applications

The thimble is used in many contexts of maintenance, equipment and making terminals on cables and ropes. In particular, it is commonly used when the cable eye:

• works in contact with metal elements (for example, connections with shackles or anchoring points);
• is subject to abrasion during use or adjustment;
• must maintain a more orderly shape and a defined bearing seat;
• is used in onboard installations where connection reliability and attention to detail are important.

Operational advantages

Eye protection and wear reduction

By inserting the thimble into the eye splice, you obtain a targeted protection of the area most exposed to abrasion. This helps preserve the integrity of the working point over time, especially when the eye is subject to repeated contacts.

Finishing and care of the installation

The variants in mirror-polished stainless steel are suitable for installations where, in addition to functionality, a neat finish consistent with onboard hardware is required. The choice between standard and heavy versions allows selection based on outfitting preferences and type of use.

Simple but strategic component

The thimble is an essential element in terminal construction: it does not require complex solutions but can make a difference in managing contact points. It is a typical accessory to have available for restoration o construction interventions on eyes on textile or stainless steel cables.

Use and notes

General installation instructions

The thimble must be positioned inside the eye during the splicing process so that the contact area works on the thimble and not directly on the cable. To achieve a clean and functional result, it is important that the splice is done correctly and that the thimble matches the intended size.

Size selection

This datasheet refers to the size 14 mm. If you are working on a project with different dimensions, check the correct size within the same product family before purchase to maintain consistency between cable/rope and thimble.

Compatibility and checks

In the absence of further specific technical data, it is recommended to always verify compatibility with your cable and the intended connecting accessories (e.g., shackles or attachment points), evaluating the geometries and installation clearances. In case of doubt, it is preferable to compare the product code 05.326.14 with the bill of materials or the Osculati reference used in the project.

Summary

• Product: Osculati Thimble
• Size: 14 mm
• Code: 05.326.14
• Use: abrasion protection for eye splices on textile and stainless steel cables

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of a redancia in an eye splice?

It serves to protect the cable eye from abrasion at contact points, offering a dedicated support seat during use.

Is this gland suitable for textile cables and stainless steel cables?

Yes. The product description indicates use for abrasion protection of eye splices on textile and stainless steel cables.

What is the size of this thimble and what is the Osculati code?

The size is 14 mm and the Osculati product code is 05.326.14.

Are there variants of this model available?

For the product family, there are variants in mirror-polished stainless steel in standard or heavy versions; availability depends on the selected variant.

How do I choose the correct size of the thimble?

It is advisable to choose the size consistent with the cable/rope and the eye to be made. This sheet refers to the 14 mm size.