Attwood Marine Fixed Eye Utility Snap Hook, Zinc-Plated Steel, Spring-Loaded Closure

Overview

The Attwood Marine Utility Snap Hook is a spring-loaded snap hook for making quick utility connections on board, with light-duty and heavy-duty versions for different safe-load needs. It is useful for securing loose gear, connecting tie-down lines, clipping utility rope, and creating temporary attachment points around a boat, trailer, dock box, or storage area.

The range includes a 1/4 in ring diameter option rated for a 500 lbs maximum safe load and a 5/8 in ring diameter option rated for a 2,500 lbs maximum safe load. Zinc-plated steel construction and a spring-loaded closure make the hook practical for marine utility work where fast attachment and removal matter, while the load rating helps match the hook to the job.

Key features

• Spring-loaded closure helps the hook clip on and release quickly without a separate pin or latch.
• Zinc-plated steel construction suits general marine utility use when the hook is rinsed and maintained after saltwater exposure.
• Available in light-duty and heavy-duty configurations so the safe-load rating can match the line, gear, or tie-down point being used.
• Ring diameter options of 1/4 in and 5/8 in support different rope, cable, and attachment setups.
• Useful for non-permanent connections on boats, trailers, docks, storage lockers, and general waterfront gear.

Variants

This utility snap hook is offered in two configurations with different duty ratings, ring diameters, and maximum safe loads.

Both variants use a spring-loaded snap-hook format and zinc-plated steel construction. The main difference is the working capacity and ring size, which affects how the hook pairs with rope, cable, straps, or hardware already on the boat.

• 7653L3: Light-duty version with 1/4 in ring diameter and 500 lbs maximum safe load. This size works well for lighter utility tie-downs, loose gear control, and quick connections where a smaller ring is easier to fit through compact hardware.
• 7640-3: Heavy-duty version with 5/8 in ring diameter and 2,500 lbs maximum safe load. The larger ring and higher safe-load rating suit heavier utility connections where the hook needs to work with larger line, cable, or attachment points.

Installation and use

No electrical setup, drilling, or network connection is involved. Match the ring diameter to the line, cable, strap, or fixed eye being used, then clip the snap hook into place and confirm that the spring closure returns fully before loading it.

This hook is for utility securing and connection tasks, not for lifting people, overhead lifting, life-safety use, towing beyond its stated safe load, or permanent mooring loads. The safe-load rating should be treated as the upper limit for the hook itself, while the complete setup is only as strong as the weakest connected part.

Materials and care

Zinc-plated steel gives the hook a protective finish for general marine use, but it is not the same as stainless steel. After saltwater exposure, rinse with fresh water, dry the hook when practical, and check the spring action and plating condition during routine gear inspection.

This snap hook is a practical match for boat owners who need a simple connection point for cockpit gear, trailer accessories, dockside lines, storage items, or fishing and cruising equipment that is clipped on and removed often.

Orders are processed within 2 business days, which includes verification, packing, and dispatch. Orders of $100 or more qualify for free shipping when eligible. For orders under $100, shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on destination, package weight, and selected service. International shipping is available for eligible products, and certain items may require additional handling, warehouse transfers, or may ship directly from the manufacturer, which can affect processing time.

Deliveries are handled by preferred carriers such as USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and others depending on your location and selected service. Estimated delivery times are displayed at checkout and may vary due to customs processing, carrier delays, weather, postal disruptions, or other circumstances beyond our control. Once your order ships, you'll receive a confirmation email with tracking information. Tracking may take up to 24 hours to update on the carrier's website and is also available through your account when applicable.

We ship throughout the United States and to most international destinations for products eligible for international shipping. International orders may be subject to customs duties, taxes, brokerage charges, or other import fees, which are the customer's responsibility and are not included in the product or shipping price. PO Boxes are accepted only when shipping through USPS, and not all packages qualify for this option. If your order does not arrive within the estimated delivery window, please contact us at info@apollolighting.com or +1 (954) 375-0100 so we can assist with locating your package.

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Returns may be requested within 30 days of receiving your order. Items must be unused, uninstalled, unaltered, and returned in their original packaging with all tags, packing materials, blank warranty cards, manuals, instructions, accessories, and included items. Certain products, including installed or used electronics, electrical components, lighting, consumables, custom or special-order items, cut-to-length products, safety equipment, and merchandise exposed to water or marine conditions, may not be eligible for return.

To request a return, sign in to your account and select the applicable order and items, and submit your request for review. Eligible unfulfilled items may also be submitted for cancellation within 1 hour of placing the order. Returns or cancellations are not considered approved until you receive confirmation from Apollo Lighting. Please do not ship or drop off merchandise before receiving return approval and instructions.

Customers are responsible for arranging and paying for return shipping unless the return is due to an error by Apollo Lighting or the item is verified as defective, damaged, or incorrect. Missing, damaged, defective, or incorrect items must be reported within 2 business days of delivery, and photos or other documentation may be required for review. If the issue is verified, Apollo Lighting may provide or reimburse return shipping and issue a replacement or refund depending on the circumstances. International customers are responsible for return shipping, duties, taxes, customs charges, brokerage fees, and other costs associated with an international return.

After your return is received and inspected, approved refunds are issued to the original payment method and may take 5-7 business days to appear after processing. Original shipping and handling charges are nonrefundable, and the value of any included free items that are not returned may be deducted from the refund. Apollo Lighting does not charge a standard restocking fee on eligible returns. Returns that are incomplete, damaged, installed, used, altered, improperly packaged, or otherwise do not meet the eligibility requirements may be refused. We recommend using a trackable and appropriately insured shipping service for all customer-arranged returns.

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Many products sold by Apollo Lighting include a manufacturer's warranty covering defects in materials or workmanship. Warranty terms vary by brand, product category, and model, so eligibility, coverage duration, exclusions, and available remedies are determined by the applicable manufacturer. We recommend reviewing the warranty information provided with your product before installation or use, especially for marine electronics, navigation equipment, lighting, electrical systems, pumps, safety equipment, and other specialized marine products.

If you need warranty service, the claim must follow the process established by the manufacturer, authorized service center, or designated warranty provider. You may be asked for proof of purchase, a serial number, product registration, photos, maintenance or installation records, or other documentation. Apollo Lighting does not determine or modify a manufacturer's warranty coverage or final claim decision, but we are happy to help provide purchase information and direct you to the appropriate manufacturer or warranty resource.

Keep your receipt, product documentation, serial number information, and original packaging when practical. Damage caused by normal wear, misuse, improper installation, insufficient maintenance, corrosion, impact, unauthorized modifications, electrical issues, or operation outside the manufacturer's specifications may not be covered. Warranty claims are separate from standard returns, so a product that has been installed, used, or exposed to marine conditions may no longer qualify for return while still remaining eligible for evaluation under the manufacturer's applicable warranty.

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