Cheap Bimini Top Nylon Plastic Jaw Slide for Marine

Product Overview

Boat Hardware Accessories 22 / 25 mm Bimini Top Nylon Plastic Jaw Slide
RICHWITS ZB1408-NS jaw slide gives you the same fast, tool-free bimini adjustment as our metal slides—without the price or weight.
Injection-moulded from UV-stabilised PA66 + 30 % glass fibre, it survives salt spray, 120 °F deck heat and repeated folding.
Built-in stainless spring pin (316) is moulded captive—never lost, never rusts.
Fits standard 7/8" (22 mm) or 1" (25 mm) bimini tube and accepts any 6 mm eye-end or deck hinge pin.

Dimension & Weight

CODE	Tube Size	A mm	B mm	C mm	D mm	M	M1	Pin	WT kg
ZB1408-22-NS	7/8" (22 mm)	22.8	28.0	52.0	8.0	M6	M6	Ø5 × 25 mm SS316	0.022
ZB1408-25-NS	1" (25 mm)	25.6	28.0	55.0	8.0	M6	M6	Ø5 × 25 mm SS316	0.023

Key Features & Benefits

1. UV-Stabilised PA66-GF30 – zero fade, zero embrittlement after 1 000 h Q-SUN.

2. 316 SS Captive Spring Pin – one-hand release, no drop-overboard risk.

3. Glass-Fibre Reinforced – 80 kgf SWL per slide, 4:1 safety factor.

4. Low-Friction Jaw – quietly snaps on / off, no metal-on-metal squeak.

5. Chamfered Edges – prevents chafe on canvas or sunscreen-sticky hands.

6. 70 % Lighter Than Metal – only 22 g vs. 75 g brass slide—cuts topside weight for racers.

7. Cost-Effective – 60 % cheaper than SS version; ideal for OEM volume builds.

Usage Scenarios

• Bimini & T-Tops – quick-fold frame for low bridges; pin pulls even with cold wet fingers.

• Dodger & Spray-Hood – detach canvas in seconds for engine service.

• Kayak/SUP Canopy – salt-proof, light-weight slide for small-diameter tube.

• Deck Awning – nylon jaw won’t scratch painted aluminium or carbon spars.

Why Choose RICHWITS

• Factory-Direct – wholesale & retail welcomed, 50 % cost saving vs. bronze equal.

• In-Stock – 10 000 pcs ready, MOQ 100 pcs, 48 h dispatch.

• Fast Logistics – FedEx/UPS/DHL global 3-7 day delivery.

• OEM/ODM – custom colour, moulded logo or glass % within 2 weeks.

• Test Certificates – UV ageing report, SWL pull test, RoHS compliance supplied free.

FAQ

Q1: Will the nylon slide become brittle in the sun?
A1: No—UV-stabilised PA66 + black carbon pigment gives ≥ 5 years Florida deck life.

Q2: Can I use it on 1" tube?
A2: Yes, ZB1408-25-NS fits 25 mm OD; moulded spring provides rattle-free grip.

Q3: Does it squeak like metal slides?
A3: Zero noise—nylon-on-nylon or nylon-on-SS contact is self-lubricating.

Q4: Do you supply matching eye ends or deck hinges?
A4: Yes, ZB1407-NS eye end and ZB1409-NS deck hinge share the same 5 mm pin—bundle available.

Q5: What temperature range?
A5: -40 °C to +120 °C; keeps strength even in winter sailing.

Q6: Is the pin removable for service?
A6: Pin is moulded captive but can be pressed out with 2 mm drift if required.

Packing & Delivery

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