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Tie-down Hardware

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All of these products in our Tie Down Hardware category are engineered with the strength of Ancra Aircraft, so you know for certain that every one of these buckles, fittings, rings, studs, and more are built for the highest level of performance in order to surpass your standards and expectations. From heavy-duty tensioning devices for your straps to industrial strength single or double studs for your nets, we have everything that you could possibly need to complete the ideal cargo securement method of your choice. Ancra Aircraft certified products are offered under FAA regulations and military and industrial standards. All parts carry full traceability and documentation.
Breakaway Fittings

These Breakaway Fittings are desirable in some strap assemblies to eliminate the need for an additional buckle, such as an Overcenter Buckle or a Ratchet Buckle. This saves on space when tie down conditions are tight.

Tensioning of the straps is accomplished by pulling the handhold. The Breakaway Fitting’s teeth catch the webbing and bite down onto it, firmly holding it in place at the desired amount of tension. The fitting is released by lifting the spring-loaded retainer and sliding the fitting free of the track.

The sideplates, studs, and cross pins are engineered using heat treated alloy steel and are coated in a cadmium plated finish for enhanced resistance against corrosive damage. The retainers are constructed from heat-treated cast steel. The fittings are available as adjustable or as nonadjustable with a Ring. Other styles may be available on special request and may be subject to minimums.

Breakaway Fittings
Buckles

Cargo restraint strap assemblies can be designed and fabricated for securing cargo typical for commercial aircraft use. Tie down arrangements are custom designed with your choice of tensioning device and end fittings in order to safely support cargo on pallets in compliance with TSO; mandatory with no exceptions for all aircraft restraint strap assemblies starting with January 2016.

Ancra Aircraft-quality straps are available with a choice of overcenter (70059) or ratchet (70060) buckle and with either snap hooks (-10 configuration) or double stud ISO fittings (-11 configuration). You also have a choice of the length of the strap in feet (to the nearest foot) with a maximum of 24 feet and a minimum of 6 feet. A wide range of webbing colors is also available for you to choose from.

When it comes to picking the right tensioning device, it’s best to keep in mind the device’s ease of use and leverage. Overcenter Buckles provide solid and quick tensioning while Ratchet Buckles are a favorite among the industry for their easy operating. Both keep a firm grip on the strap in order to maintain a steady and stable hold over the important cargo.

Ratchet Buckle

For a very easy-to-use tensioning device, you can never go wrong with the strength of a Ratchet Buckle from Ancra Aircraft. These buckles are one of the most reliable ways to secure a load, making them a popular choice among freight handling operators everywhere, both on the road and in the air.

To tension a tie down strap using a ratchet buckle, you just need to feed the strap through the spool, pull it so that there’s no slack, and then work the ratchet until the strap is nice and tight against the cargo, holding is steady and stable in a viselike grip. Throughout the process, you remain in control over how much you want to tighten down the webbing. This is the ideal tensioning device if you want to experience full cargo control.

Overcenter Buckle

This unique 1" Overcenter Buckle features both simplicity and easy operation while retaining a reliable grip on the strap or net’s webbing. Tension is applied manually, allowing you to remain fully in control throughout the tensioning process so that you can ensure that the webbing isn’t too tight or too loose.

Tension is applied by pulling the web handhold and rotating lever. The lever is self-closing and will automatically rotate to a fully closed, detent position. Release is accomplished by pulling upward on the web handhold. The bottom surface is cushioned by the webbing to help eliminate rattling as well as potential damage caused by the buckle vibrating against the cargo. We’ve engineered our Overcenter Buckle to meet FAA requirements for use on tie down straps and nets.

Buckles
Cargo Net Fittings

A cargo net essentially useless until you equip it with some of Ancra Aircraft’s solid and reliable Cargo Net Fittings. These fittings are engineered from high-quality materials in order to help you establish a durable connection between the net and the anchor point, allowing you to fully immobilize and restrain your commercial aircraft cargo. They are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and styles, including the Single Stud, Single Stud Locking, and Double Stud Fittings. Each one is designed to work flawlessly with the aircraft track or anchor plate for smooth and solid connection that you can trust.

Single Stud Cargo Fittings

Ancra Aircraft’s Single Stud Cargo Fittings are normally used in strap and net applications to attach to aircraft tracks and anchor plates. They are designed to fit aircraft seat tracks with the track cross section per MS33601, narrow-profile aircraft tracks, and 40000 anchor plates. Once fitted, they provide a clear and reliable connection that supports the rest of the tie down assembly.

The fitting is easily inserted into and removed from the track by simply lifting the spring-loaded retainer and sliding the fitting in the track. The entire process takes only a few seconds to fully secure the fitting into the track or to remove it. Built for strength, the studs are engineered from heat-treated steel alloy, the retainers are constructed from cast steel, and the rings and springs are stainless steel. Other styles may be available on special request and may be subject to minimums.

Single Stud Locking Cargo Fittings

Ancra Aircraft’s Single Stud Locking Cargo Fittings are the same as our standard Single Stud Cargo Fittings, but these unique fittings have a special locking mechanism for added security. This locking mechanism comes in the form of either a Safety Pin or a Safety Pin attached to a Cable for additional security. The Safety Pin holds the fitting securely in place along the track or in the anchor plate, keeping it firmly secured throughout the flight. Other styles of these fittings may be available on special request and may be subject to minimums.

Double Stud Cargo Fittings

Double Stud Cargo Fittings offer a more durable and reliable connection for use in heavy-duty strap, net, or bulk cargo restraint applications. This is mainly due to the fact that these fittings use two spaces in the track rather than a single space, creating more stability.

The fittings are designed to quickly attach to standard-duty and heavy-duty aircraft track or pallet edge rails. They can be easily inserted or removed by lifting the spring-loaded retainer and sliding the fitting into or out of the track. The entire process only takes a few seconds, saving you a lot of precious time for the rest of the securement job.

Built for durability, the bodies are engineered from forged 4130 steel with high-strength malleable cast steel plungers and high-carbon steel rings. The Round Ring or Twisted Ring can accommodate a variety of different end fittings to establish a strong and stable connection. Upon special request, other styles and variations may be available and may be subject to minimum quantity requirements.

Cargo Net Fittings
D-Rings

Ancra Aircraft’s D-Rings are some of the most reliable end fittings that you can have for your tie down assembly. These rings are engineered with the kind of strength you can depend upon when it comes to handling the heavy-duty tie down jobs. These rings are made from high-quality steel for extra durability and strength. Their versatile shape means that they can be used for a variety of different applications, and they are available in a number of sizes and shapes. You can attach them to the end of the tie down assembly to function as reliable end fittings or they can be used as anchoring points for hooks.

D-Rings
Frontman's Loops

For a versatile securement option, Ancra Aircraft offers our Footman’s Loop, a more permanent tie down solution that can be used in a variety of light-duty tie down applications on straps and nets. It can be used to establish a strong anchor point for optimal securement, especially in low-space conditions thanks to its low-profile shape. It can be used with a wide range of straps and end fittings to keep whatever needs securing fully secured.

Frontman's Loops
Hooks

Ancra Aircraft provides you with different styled hooks that can be used in a variety of strap and net applications for securing cargo. Hooks are some of the most reliable end fittings since they’re able to connect directly with the anchor point to establish a strong attachment.

For typical tie down jobs, we recommend using our Flat Hook with Keeper, which is a popular option among the cargo control industry. The simple yet durable shape of the Flat Hook allows it to easily mate with different types of anchor points. The Keeper feature offers extra reliability and security to help keep the hook firmly in place.

We also offer our Narrow Wire Hook, which is designed with a slim frame that allows you to easily attach it to hard-to-reach anchor points. In situations in which space is limited, it’s narrow shape is a very critical feature. This hook is also National Aerospace Standard compliant with an NAS number of 1211D10.

Hooks
Round Rings

Rings are durable enough to be used with a variety of different hooks for a range of tie down strap and net applications. Known for their durability, Rings come in a series of sizes that can be used for most securement jobs that require industrial strength. They can be used as either end fittings or as anchor points. In addition to our standard Round Rings, other sizes and styles may be available on special request and subject to minimums.

Round Rings
Snap Latches

The Adjustable Snap Latch is a durable and strong tensioning device that can be used in some applications to eliminate the need for an additional buckle. Designed for use with one-inch webbing. Tensioning of the strap is accomplished by pulling the handhold to the desired amount of tension. Once it reaches that amount, the Adjustable Snap Latch snaps into place, biting down onto the webbing and keeping a reliable hold on it. It works together with the rest of the tie down assembly to keep the cargo steady.

Snap Latches
Swivel Fittings

Ancra Aircraft’s Swivel Fittings are available in a variety of sizes and styles, including Long Threaded and Short Threaded. Each one is engineered from superior high-quality materials to ensure longer lasting durability and strength that you can trust. These types of fittings are designed to handle the tougher securement jobs with ease since they can handle a lot of stress thanks to their enhanced durability. They’re strong components to have available when handling securement jobs for commercial aircraft cargo. Able to handle load capacities between 1,800 Lbs. and 5,000 Lbs., these fittings can be used for a variety of different heavy-duty applications.

Swivel Fittings
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Fittings

Equipping your tie down assemblies with any of these durable fittings is the right way to go since these pieces of hardware are engineered from only high-quality materials to emphasize their strength and durability. We carry a variety of different fittings, including Breakaway Fittings that can substitute for a tensioning device, Cargo Net Fittings that can enhance the security of your nets, and Swivel Fittings that provide much needed strength for the tougher jobs. These fittings all come in different sizes with different load capacities, so be sure to double check their information before you decide which one you want for your tie down assembly.

Buckles

In order to achieve maximum security for your tie down job, you need to get your hands on the incredibly powerful and reliable tensioning buckles that we have available. These buckles, which include the Ratchet Buckle and the Overcenter Buckle, are designed to apply tension to the tie down strap in a way that keeps you in full control during the entire tensioning process. They are incredibly easy to use and are built to last you longer. Since they are able to tighten the strap incrementally, you are able to determine exactly how tight or loose the tie down needs to be. No tie down strap is complete without one of these buckles.

Hooks and Rings

For the right kind of end fittings for your tie down assembly or net, you’ll want to try the strength of the many hooks we have available. These end fittings are more than capable of getting the job done as they supply you with a reliably solid connection between the strap and the anchor point. We have both reliable Flat Hooks and durable Wire Hooks, each available in a variety of sizes and shapes. The heavy-duty rings are excellent for both end fitting and anchor point applications. They are built with the strength to handle the toughest tie down jobs with ease. We have available the versatile Round Rings and the durable D Rings. Both types of rings are excellent for the job as they supply you with much needed strength.

Others

For every odd job or extra hand you need, we have you covered with various different pieces of hardware that only benefit the overall securement job, enhancing the holding strength of the tie down assembly. For example, our Footman’s Loop functions as an excellent attachment point, acting as a permanent anchoring solution for the tie down job. Additionally, our Snap Latches are great for when you need extra tensioning power for the job without needing to get a ratchet or overcenter buckle. Take a moment to browse our many different options to find the right kind of hardware that will improve the job.
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