TACO Marine Stainless Steel Pin with Lanyard, Plastic Knob, Type 316L SS
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Overview
The TACO Marine F13-0244BN-1 is a stainless steel pin with lanyard and plastic knob for TACO ball and socket style deck hinges. It is used as replacement or service hardware on boat shade and canvas systems where the hinge needs a secure removable pin that can be handled quickly at the dock, underway, or during seasonal canvas removal.
The pin uses Type 316L stainless steel, a good match for saltwater exposure, washdowns, and the vibration that canvas and top hardware see on deck. The attached lanyard helps keep the pin with the fitting when the top is folded, adjusted, or removed, while the plastic knob gives your hand a better grip than a bare pin.
Key features
- Fits TACO ball and socket style deck hinges used with canvas, shade, and top hardware.
- Type 316L stainless steel construction supports use in wet, salt-exposed marine locations.
- Attached lanyard helps prevent the pin from being dropped or misplaced during adjustment.
- Plastic knob gives a hand-friendly pull point for quick removal and reinstallation.
- Useful as service hardware for bimini tops, canopies, and similar boat shade assemblies.
- Backed by a 5-year limited warranty.
Installation and fit
This part is intended for compatible TACO ball and socket deck hinge assemblies. Before ordering, match the hinge style on the boat to the existing TACO ball and socket hardware and check that the current pin style uses the same knob and lanyard arrangement.
Installation is straightforward once the correct hinge is confirmed. Insert the pin through the hinge connection, make sure the hardware seats fully, and keep the lanyard secured so the pin stays with the fitting when the canvas frame is opened, folded, or removed.
Use cases on board
This pin is a practical replacement item for boats with bimini tops, cockpit shade, canvas canopies, and other removable top structures. It is especially useful where the top is adjusted often, since the knob and lanyard make day-to-day handling easier and reduce the chance of losing small hardware overboard.
Maintenance and care
Rinse the pin and nearby hinge hardware with fresh water after saltwater use, especially around the lanyard connection and moving contact points. During routine canvas checks, inspect the pin for bending, the knob for secure attachment, and the lanyard for wear so the hinge connection stays dependable over time.
Shipping
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Processing and dispatch
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Delivery and tracking
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Duties, taxes, and support
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