12 mm Thimble – code: 05.326.12 – Osculati

Osculati 12 mm Thimble – code 05.326.12

The redancia is a hardware component used to protect from contact and abrasion the eye splices, helping to keep the terminal part of the cable neat and properly shaped. This version 12 mm (supplier code 05.326.12) is offered by Osculati and is designed for use in technical contexts where textile or stainless steel cables are used and where the cable eye works in contact with shackles, eye bolts, blocks, or other attachment points.

In the nautical and onboard plant field, the thimble is a simple but important accessory: inserted into the eye of the splicing, it helps reduce wear caused by repeated rubbing and preserves the geometry of the loop over time, especially when the connection is frequently opened and closed.

Features and details

Main function

This thimble is suitable for the abrasion protection of eye splices on:

• textile cables;
• stainless steel cables.

The thimble works as a reinforcement and protection element: it creates a cleaner and more controlled support surface compared to the cable alone, reducing the abrasive action at the most stressed point of the splice.

Size

• Size: 12 mm
• Supplier product code: 05.326.12
• Supplier: Osculati S.r.l.

Available variants (product family)

Within the same family there are variants in mirror-polished stainless steel (standard and heavy). This datasheet refers to the 12 mm thimble identified by the code 05.326.12.

Note on variant selection

If you are configuring a system or replacing an existing component, it is useful to verify that the selected variant is consistent with the type of cable and the intended use (for example in terms of dimensions and compatibility with connecting accessories). In case of doubt, it is advisable to compare the thimble with the one already installed or with the specifications of your setup.

Typical applications

The thimble is used in many situations where a cable ends with an eye and must connect to a fixed point or a maneuvering accessory. In particular, it is common in:

• maintenance and refitting of cables and terminals on board;
• construction or restoration of eye splices on textile cables;
• use on stainless steel cables where the eye works on metal components;
• connections with shackles, eyebolts and attachment points subject to relative movement;
• technical setups where a neat and protected solution is desired at the contact point.

In general, it is a suitable component when the cable eye is exposed to abrasion or repeated contacts: the thimble helps to better manage that point, reducing localized wear and maintaining a more stable shape of the loop.

Operational advantages

• Splice protection: helps to limit abrasion at the most critical point of the eye.
• Greater terminal order: helps to maintain a more defined shape of the loop, especially useful in frequent connections.
• More controlled interface: creates a dedicated support surface between cable and connecting accessory.
• Practical solution in maintenance: simple component to integrate during the creation or restoration of an eye terminal.
• Suitable for textile and stainless steel cables: recommended for eye splices on both types of cables mentioned.

Use and notes

How it is used

The thimble is positioned inside the eye during the making of the splice (or during the terminal refurbishment), so that the cable wraps around and “embraces” the thimble. Once the splice is completed, the thimble remains in place and becomes the main contact point with the connecting element (for example, a shackle).

Selection guidelines

For a correct selection it is important to consider:

• cable size and geometry of the eye to be made;
• type of connection (accessories and attachment points with which the thimble will work);
• consistency with any components already on board (like-for-like replacement).

Since the thimble is an integral part of the terminal, it is good practice to check that the eye is well shaped and that the thimble is properly seated, avoiding forced or off-center placements.

Maintenance and inspections

In a nautical context, where components are often exposed to external agents, it is advisable to carry out periodic checks of the eye terminal and the contact point. In the presence of obvious signs of wear or deformation, consider replacing the terminal or revising the splice, according to the maintenance procedures adopted on board.

Product summary

• Product: Redancia
• Size: 12 mm
• Osculati Code: 05.326.12
• Brand / supplier: Osculati S.r.l.
• Category: Hardware → Thimble

For supply needs or to correctly match the thimble with other hardware components, refer to the code 05.326.12.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

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

It serves to protect the eye splice from abrasion at the contact point, creating a dedicated support surface between the cable and the connecting accessory.

Is this 12 mm thimble suitable for textile cables and stainless steel cables?

Yes. It is suitable for protecting eye splices from abrasion on textile cables and stainless steel cables.

What is the Osculati code for the 12 mm thimble?

The supplier product code is 05.326.12.

When is it advisable to use a thimble in an eye terminal?

It is recommended when the cable eye works in contact with shackles, eye bolts or other attachment points subject to relative movement or repeated contacts, to limit localized wear.

Are there variants of this thimble?

Yes, the product family includes variants in mirror-polished stainless steel (standard and heavy duty). For this datasheet, the size is 12 mm with code 05.326.12.