Shackle for 6mm mainsail slider – code: 58.045.91 – Osculati

Shackle for 6 mm Osculati mainsail slider – code 58.045.91

The shackle for 6 mm mainsail slider Osculati (supplier code 58.045.91) is a component designed for the fitting and maintenance of sailing equipment, particularly for the connection between slider and mainsail accessories. It is a practical solution for those who want a replacement consistent with onboard components and with the compatible sliders indicated by the manufacturer.

Made of nylon and offered in the screw, version, this shackle is suitable for applications where neat fastening and easy handling during assembly or replacement operations are desired. In the nautical field, choosing correct and identifiable spare parts by code is essential to reduce uncertainties and speed up interventions.

Product features and details

Below are the available data useful to correctly identify the item and evaluate its use in your mainsail slider system.

Main specifications

• Type: shackle for mainsail slider
• Ø pin diameter: 6 mm
• Material: nylon
• Version: screw
• Osculati Code: 58.045.91

Declared compatibility (slider models)

The product is indicated as suitable for slider model:

• 58.357.00
• 58.358.00

Note: compatibility is reported according to the available information. In case of doubt, it is advisable to check the model of the slider already installed and compare it with the codes indicated above.

Unambiguous identification and purchase

To avoid errors during reordering, it is useful to refer to:

• Supplier product code: 58.045.91
• Supplier: Osculati S.r.l.
• Description: shackle for 6 mm mainsail slider

Typical onboard applications

A mainsail slider shackle is normally used in the context of mainsail management, where the sliders run along the track or dedicated system and allow the sail or related accessories to be attached. This component can be useful both during setup and during routine maintenance interventions.

When it may be needed

• Replacement of a worn or damaged shackle on a compatible mainsail slider.
• Restoration of the original configuration when you want to keep the same family of components and codes.
• Scheduled maintenance interventions on the sailing equipment, with spare parts identified by code.
• Fittings and refitting where slider models 58.357.00 or 58.358.00 are used.

Advantages (in terms of maintenance and spare parts management)

This item offers practical advantages mainly related to correct identification and spare part management.

Strengths

• Clear coding: the Osculati reference 58.045.91 facilitates ordering and component traceability.
• Nylon material: common solution in the nautical field for light and functional components.
• Screw version: indicated when a screw fastening is preferred, useful for orderly and repeatable interventions.
• Indicated compatibility: direct connection to slider models 58.357.00 and 58.358.00 reported in the available data.

Usage and operational notes

For correct use, it is advisable to always check the correspondence between the component and the system installed on board. In particular, before purchase or installation:

• check that the slider is actually one of the indicated models (58.357.00 / 58.358.00);
• check that the required configuration is the screw version (and not other variants);
• make sure that the’Ø pin required to be both 6 mm, consistent with the existing installation.

Tips for choosing the replacement

If you are replacing an existing component, a simple method is to compare:

• the code reported on documentation or spare parts list;
• the slider model associated;
• the type of fastening (in this case, by screw).

Maintenance note

During normal sail equipment inspection activities, it is good practice to check connection points and components subject to movement. Preventive replacement of small elements can simplify onboard management and reduce unplanned downtime, especially in the presence of visible wear or abnormal play.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Which mainsail slider is this shackle compatible with?

According to available data, the shackle is indicated as suitable for slider model 58.357.00 and 58.358.00.

What is the diameter of the shackle pin?

The indicated pin diameter is 6 mm.

What material is the shackle made of?

The material listed for this item is nylon.

What type of version is it: snap or screw?

For this product code, the indicated version is “screw”.

What is the Osculati code to order the correct replacement?

The Osculati supplier product code is 58.045.91.