Ronstan 316 Stainless Steel Split Rings for Marine Rigging

The Ronstan Split Rings are premium marine-grade stainless steel retaining rings designed for securing clevis pins, turnbuckles, standing rigging, and marine hardware in demanding New Zealand sailing conditions. Manufactured from high-quality 316 stainless steel, these split cotter rings provide reliable fastening security, excellent corrosion resistance, and long-lasting durability for yachts, trailer sailers, dinghies, and marine rigging applications.

Designed for quick installation and removal, Ronstan split rings are commonly used to retain clevis pins in standing rigging systems, deck hardware, turnbuckles, shackles, and marine fittings. Their spring steel split-ring design allows secure retention while still permitting straightforward servicing and maintenance when required.

The marine-grade 316 stainless construction delivers exceptional resistance to saltwater corrosion, making these split rings ideal for offshore sailing, coastal cruising, racing yachts, and marine hardware exposed to harsh weather and salt spray. Ronstan specifically describes its split rings as “316 Grade stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance and long life.”

Available in multiple sizes to suit different clevis pins and rigging systems, Ronstan split rings are trusted worldwide by sailors, riggers, and marine professionals for dependable rigging security and professional marine performance.

Key Features

• Genuine Ronstan split cotter rings
• Manufactured from 316 marine-grade stainless steel
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Designed for securing clevis pins and rigging hardware
• Easy installation and removal
• Strong and durable spring-ring construction
• Suitable for standing rigging applications
• Ideal for yachts and trailer sailers
• Long-lasting marine durability
• Reliable fastening security
• Suitable for offshore and coastal conditions
• Available in multiple sizes

Ronstan split rings are designed for “excellent corrosion resistance and long life” in marine applications.

Why Buy Ronstan Split Rings from Barton Marine NZ?

At Barton Marine NZ we supply trusted Ronstan sailing hardware and marine rigging components designed for demanding New Zealand boating conditions. Ronstan split rings are an essential component for safe and reliable rigging installations and marine hardware retention.

Perfect for:

• Yacht standing rigging
• Turnbuckle retention
• Clevis pin fastening
• Trailer sailers
• Dinghy rigging
• Offshore sailing
• Marine hardware maintenance
• Rigging repairs
• Coastal cruising yachts
• Racing sailboats

Technical Specifications

Ronstan split rings are designed to suit various Ronstan clevis pins and standing rigging systems.

Size Options:

RF113 - ID 9.5mm Wire 1.0mm

RF114 - ID 11.1mm Wire 1.3mm

RF686 - ID 14.3mm Wire 1.3mm 

RF687 - ID 18.8mm Wire 1.6mm

RF688 - ID 25.0mm Wire 2.0mm

Common Applications

Ronstan split rings are commonly used for:

• Standing rigging retention
• Turnbuckle security
• Clevis pin fastening
• Yacht rigging maintenance
• Deck hardware retention
• Sailboat rigging systems
• Offshore sailing hardware
• Dinghy rigging
• Trailer sailer maintenance
• Marine hardware servicing

Marine rigging suppliers commonly recommend stainless split rings for secure clevis pin retention in sailing applications.

Performance Benefits

These Ronstan split rings provide:

• Reliable rigging security
• Excellent saltwater corrosion resistance
• Easy servicing and removal
• Long-lasting marine durability
• Strong retaining performance
• Lightweight fastening solution
• Professional marine rigging reliability

316 stainless split rings are preferred for marine applications because they resist corrosion while maintaining dependable spring retention strength.