Gen3 Marine 12 Inch Aluminum S Dock Cleat, Galvanized Finish, Corrosion Resistant

The Gen3 Marine 12 Inch Aluminum S Dock Cleat is a deck and dock hardware fitting used to secure dock lines on recreational boats and docks. Its S-shaped horn design lets you loop a dock line around the cleat quickly and hold it firmly in place, making it easy to tie off or release a line without fighting the hardware. The cleat is built from galvanized aluminum, giving it corrosion resistance for use in both saltwater and freshwater environments, so it holds up to ongoing exposure without the finish breaking down.

The base uses an extra-wide footprint of approximately 6 inches (15 cm), which spreads mounting stress across a larger area for a stronger, more stable hold when a line is under load. The mounting hole is recessed into the cleat body, which keeps the line off the mounting hardware and reduces chafing and fraying at the point where the line passes over the base. The cleat has a silver finish and is sized at 12 inches overall, making it suited for securing mooring or dock lines on recreational boats, docks, and similar marine or waterfront applications.

Specifications

• Brand: Gen3 Marine
• Manufacturer Part Number: 5-7026
• Product Type: Dock Cleat
• Design: S-shaped horn cleat
• Material: Aluminum
• Finish: Galvanized
• Color: Silver
• Length: 12 inches
• Base Footprint: Approximately 6 inches (15 cm)
• Mounting: Recessed mounting hole
• Weight: 0.6 pounds
• Included Components: Dock Cleat

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gen3 Marine 5-7026 dock cleat used for? It is a 12 inch aluminum S dock cleat used to secure dock lines on recreational boats and docks, letting you loop and tie off a mooring line around its S-shaped horns.

What size is this dock cleat? The Gen3 Marine 5-7026 is 12 inches long overall, with an extra-wide base footprint of approximately 6 inches (15 cm).

What material is the cleat made from? It is made from galvanized aluminum, which is corrosion resistant for use in both saltwater and freshwater environments.

Will this cleat rust or corrode over time? The galvanized aluminum construction of part number 5-7026 is corrosion resistant, so it is built to hold up in marine environments without rusting the way untreated steel would.

Why is the mounting hole recessed? The recessed mounting hole on the 5-7026 dock cleat keeps the dock line from rubbing directly against the mounting hardware, which reduces chafing and fraying of the line.

Does the wide base footprint matter for installation? Yes, the approximately 6 inch (15 cm) wide base spreads mounting stress over a larger area, giving the cleat added strength and a more stable, secure hold once installed.

What color does this cleat come in? The Gen3 Marine 12 inch S dock cleat has a silver finish.

Is this cleat suitable for both boats and docks? Yes, the 5-7026 is designed for securing recreational boats to docks and can be mounted on dock structures as well.

How much does this dock cleat weigh? The Gen3 Marine 5-7026 dock cleat weighs 0.6 pounds.

What comes in the box with this cleat? The package includes one Gen3 Marine 5-7026 aluminum S dock cleat.