TACO Metals 7/8" Ball and Socket Deck Hinge with Ring and Lanyard, F13-0301/244BN-1

This TACO Metals deck hinge is a ball and socket style flat mount hinge sized for 7/8 inch fittings, designed to anchor a bimini top boot or strap to the deck while allowing it to pivot and fold flat when not in use. The ball and socket design lets the fitting swivel to match the angle of the bimini top support, so the hardware sits flush against the deck instead of standing rigid. It comes complete with a ring and lanyard, which are used to secure the loose end of the bimini top strap or boot to the hinge once it is mounted, keeping the top fastened down while underway or in storage.

The hinge body is molded from durable plastic with a polished finish, giving it a clean, glare-free look that matches other polished deck hardware on a boat. It is a door mount type fitting, meaning it is installed with fasteners through the flat base rather than a threaded stud. At 5 inches long by 4 inches wide, it is sized for standard bimini top boot straps and rings used on recreational boats. This part is sold as a single unit and is intended as a direct hardware component for bimini top installation and replacement.

Specifications

• Brand: TACO Metals
• Manufacturer Part Number: F13-0301/244BN-1
• Material: Plastic
• Finish: Polished
• Mounting Type: Door Mount
• Product Dimensions: 5 inches L x 4 inches W
• Weight: 0.166 pounds
• Model Number: 69965
• Category: Bimini Top Hardware
• Included Components: Deck hinge, ring, and lanyard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TACO Metals F13-0301/244BN-1 deck hinge used for? It is a ball and socket flat mount deck hinge used to attach a bimini top boot or strap to the deck, letting the fitting pivot as the bimini top folds down.

What comes in the box with this deck hinge? The F13-0301/244BN-1 ships as a complete set with the deck hinge itself plus a ring and lanyard used to secure the bimini top strap once mounted.

What material is the deck hinge made from? This TACO Metals hinge is made from molded plastic with a polished finish, giving it a clean look that resists the dulling that can affect painted hardware.

How big is this deck hinge? The TACO Metals F13-0301/244BN-1 measures 5 inches long by 4 inches wide.

How much does the deck hinge weigh? 0.166 pounds is the weight of the F13-0301/244BN-1 deck hinge.

Is this a door mount or stud mount fitting? The F13-0301/244BN-1 is a door mount type fitting, installed through the flat base with fasteners rather than a threaded stud.

What does the ring and lanyard on this hinge do? The ring and lanyard included with this TACO Metals hinge are used to fasten and hold down the loose end of a bimini top strap or boot once the hinge is mounted.

Is this hinge sized for 7/8 inch fittings? Yes, the F13-0301/244BN-1 is a 7/8 inch deck hinge, matching common bimini top boot and strap hardware sizing.

Does this hinge come as a single unit or a pair? The F13-0301/244BN-1 is sold as a single deck hinge unit, not a pair.

What finish does this deck hinge have? The TACO Metals F13-0301/244BN-1 has a polished finish.