5/8" Eyebolts
Last Updated: February 12, 2025
Description
5/8" Eyebolts are hardware components designed for lifting and hoisting applications. They consist of a threaded shank and a looped head, which allows for the attachment of ropes, cables, or chains. These eyebolts are typically used to secure loads and provide a point of attachment for lifting equipment.
Working Principle
Eyebolts work by providing a secure point of attachment for lifting and hoisting operations. The threaded shank is inserted into a pre-drilled hole or secured with a nut, ensuring stability. The looped head allows for the easy attachment of lifting equipment, such as ropes or cables. This design makes eyebolts particularly useful for lifting heavy loads, as they distribute the load evenly across the bolt, reducing the risk of failure.
Applications
Eyebolts are commonly used in various industrial and construction settings. Specific examples include their use in machinery lifting, where they are installed into tapped holes in equipment for secure lifting. They are also used in rigging applications, where they serve as anchor points for hoisting heavy materials. Additionally, eyebolts are employed in marine environments for securing loads on ships and docks.
Advantages over other Eyebolts
One advantage of 5/8" eyebolts is their versatility in handling both axial and inclined loads, as specified in the International Standard for forged steel eyebolts grade 4 . This makes them suitable for a wider range of lifting applications compared to plain pattern eyebolts, which are limited to vertical lifts .
Limitations
A limitation of eyebolts is their reduced load capacity when used at angles that are not parallel to the bolt's shank. This can lead to bending or breaking under angular loads if not properly supported . Additionally, eyebolts are not suitable for applications involving extreme temperatures outside the range of -20 ºC to 200 ºC .
Considerations
When selecting eyebolts, consider the initial cost, which can vary based on material and size. Operating expenses may include regular inspections and maintenance to ensure safety and functionality. Durability is influenced by the material; stainless steel or hot-dip galvanized eyebolts offer better corrosion resistance . Accuracy in installation is crucial to prevent load failure, and replacement costs should be factored in if eyebolts show signs of wear or damage.
from National Bolt & Nut Corporation
Serving a wide array of industries from marine and mining to construction and electronics, our custom fasteners can be used for a broad variety of applications, including boilers, bridges, hydraulics, and machine tools. Offering the capability to work with a large number of materials up to four... [See More]
- Inch: 1/4"; # 16; # 18; 5/16"; # 20; 3 24; 3/8"; 7/16"; 1/2"; 5/8"; 3/4"; 7/8"; 1"; 1 1/8"; 1 1/4"; 1 3/8"; 1 1/2"; 1 3/4"; 2"; 2 1/4"; 2 1/2"; 2 3/4"; 3"
- Material: Aluminum; Bronze; Brass; Incoloy; Monel; Steel; Hardened Steel; Stainless Steel; Titanium; Beryllium, Magnesium, Molybdenum, Nickel, Tin; Plastic; Nylon
- Rating: Non-load Rated
- Finish: Black Oxide; Chrome; Phosphate; Galvanized; Nickel Plated; Silver; Zinc Plated; Zinc Chromate; Finishes: Brass, Cadmium, Chromate, Color, Painted, Polished, PTFE
from Jergens, Inc.
Jergens Swivel Eyebolts have a full swivel and pivoting action that allows for the flipping and turning of the part without unhooking. Its swivel and pivot action eliminates the bending problem of standard industry eyebolts. Its patented tamper-resistant design is ideal for permanent mounting on OEM... [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Units: Inch
- Features: Swivel
- Thread Size: 5/8-11 In
from Jergens, Inc.
Jergens Swivel Eyebolts have a full swivel and pivoting action that allows for the flipping and turning of the part without unhooking. Its swivel and pivot action eliminates the bending problem of standard industry eyebolts. Its patented tamper-resistant design is ideal for permanent mounting on OEM... [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Units: Inch
- Features: Swivel
- Thread Size: 5/8-11 In
from Reid Supply
Eye bolts consist of a threaded shank with a loop at one end. When attached to structures such as wood or steel posts, rope or cable is fed through the loop to lift objects. Made of forged carbon steel or stainless steel, our selection of eye bolts includes plain style and shoulder style to resist... [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Special Eyebolt Type: Shoulder
- Rating: Load Rated
- Material: Steel
from Te-Co, Inc.
Product Information. Black Oxide Finish. ASTM A311 Material. Thread Class 2A UNC. Special sizes quoted upon request. Metric sizes manufactured upon request. Many sizes conform to TCMAI standards [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Units: Inch
- Rating: Non-load Rated
- Threaded Length: 2
from Proto® Industrial Tools
SHOULDER TYPE. FORGED HEAT TREATED CARBON STEEL MATERIAL. 4.56 INCH. 4.56 LENGTH - DECIMAL. 1-3/4 INCH THREAD LENGTH. 5/8 INCH NOMINAL DIAMETER. UNC CLASS 2A THREAD SERIES. 11 TPI. ANSI B 18.15, ASTM A 489 APPLICABLE STANDARD. 5/8 NOMINAL DIAMETER - FRACTIONAL. .625 NOMINAL DIAMETER - DECIMAL. 2.56... [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Material: Hardened Steel
- Special Eyebolt Type: Shoulder
- Units: Inch
from T. W. Evans Cordage
Bolt snap - swivel eye [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Material: Bronze
- Features: Swivel
from DME Company
• High Quality U. S. Forged Eye Bolts. • Shoulder Design Shows Full Engagement. • Huge Savings, Always in Stock! [See More]
- Inch: 1/4"; 5/16"; 3/8"; 7/16"; 1/2"; 5/8"; 3/4"; 7/8"; 1"; 1 1/8"; 1 1/4"; 1 1/2"; 1 3/4"
- Special Eyebolt Type: Forged; Shoulder
- Rating: Load Rated
- Material: Steel
from Bayou City Bolt & Supply Co., Inc.
An eye bolt is a screw with a loop on one end and threads on the other end. Eye bolts are commonly used to attach cables to objects, to facilitate lifting. Eye bolts made by bending a rod or wire into a loop are only suitable for light duty applications, as heavy loads can cause the eye to open. For... [See More]
- Inch: 1/4"; 5/16"; 3/8"; 7/16"; 1/2"; 5/8"; 3/4"; 7/8"; 1"; 1 1/8"; 1 1/4"; 1 1/2"; 1 3/4"; 2"
- Special Eyebolt Type: Forged; Shoulder
- Rating: Load Rated
- Units: Inch
from Xiamen Landee Industries Co., Ltd.
Eye Bolts from 1/4 to 4 Inches (M8 - M48). Model Number:LD-025-EB. Key Specifications/Special Features: Standard: ANSI/ASME. Size: from 1/4 to 4 inches (M8 - M48). Material:A193 B7/A194 2H; A193 B7M/A194 2HM; A193 B8/A194 8; A193 B8M/A194 8M;A193 B16/A194 4/7; A320 L7/A194 4/7; A320 L7M/A194 7M. [See More]
- Inch: 1/4"; # 16; # 18; 5/16"; # 20; 3 24; 3/8"; 7/16"; 1/2"; 5/8"; 3/4"; 7/8"; 1"; 1 1/8"; 1 1/4"; 1 3/8"; 1 1/2"; 1 3/4"; 2"; 2 1/4"; 2 1/2"; 2 3/4"; 3"
- Material: Steel
- Rating: Non-load Rated
- Finish: Black Oxide; Galvanized; Nickel Plated; Teflon Plated, Cadmium Plated
from RUD Chain, Inc.
Lateral loads with eye bolts acc. to DIN 580 are forbidden! With multiple-point-suspensions at 2- leg and 3 / 4-leg, the positioning of the eye bolt has to be in the direction of pull. This can only be realized with RUD STARPOINT eye bolts as they are adjustable to the direction of pull when fitted. [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Special Eyebolt Type: Forged; Shoulder
- Rating: Load Rated
- Features: Swivel
from Reid Supply
Eye bolts consist of a threaded shank with a loop at one end. When attached to structures such as wood or steel posts, rope or cable is fed through the loop to lift objects. Made of forged carbon steel or stainless steel, our selection of eye bolts includes plain style and shoulder style to resist... [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Special Eyebolt Type: Shoulder
- Rating: Load Rated
- Material: Steel
from Te-Co, Inc.
Product Information. Rated capacity is for STRAIGHT LIFTS - angle lifts should be avoided. If using angle lifts, SHOULDER EYEBOLTS are recommended and MUST BE USED WITH A STEEL WASHER so they seat on the shoulder at all times. Load limits are reduced by 75% on angle lifts. [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Special Eyebolt Type: Forged
- Rating: Load Rated
- Units: Inch
from T. W. Evans Cordage
Bolt snap - fixed eye - nickel plated [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
from Reid Supply
Eye bolts consist of a threaded shank with a loop at one end. When attached to structures such as wood or steel posts, rope or cable is fed through the loop to lift objects. Made of forged carbon steel or stainless steel, our selection of eye bolts includes plain style and shoulder style to resist... [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Material: Stainless Steel; Stainless Steel
- Special Eyebolt Type: Shoulder
- Units: Inch
from Te-Co, Inc.
Product Information. Rated capacity is for STRAIGHT LIFTS - angle lifts should be avoided. If using angle lifts, SHOULDER EYEBOLTS are recommended and MUST BE USED WITH A STEEL WASHER so they seat on the shoulder at all times. Load limits are reduced by 75% on angle lifts. [See More]
- Inch: 5/8"
- Special Eyebolt Type: Forged; Shoulder
- Rating: Load Rated
- Units: Inch