Releasable Rubber Joint with Rope Core for 16 mm Tiller Extension - Optiparts

This releasable rubber joint is designed for Ø 16 mm tiller extensions, providing flexibility, safety, and ease of maintenance for sailing applications. The joint is mounted using an aluminium pin, held securely in place by a section of heat shrinkable tubing.

An internal rope core adds an important safety feature: should the rubber joint tear, the rope prevents total separation, allowing continued control of the tiller extension. All joints feature a standard 32 mm distance between mounting hole centers, ensuring consistent compatibility and straightforward replacement.

Removal is quick and simple—just cut off the heat shrink tubing and push the pin out. A well-designed technical component ideal for sailors who require dependable and serviceable tiller connections.

Technical details:
– Type: releasable rubber joint
– Compatible diameter: Ø 16 mm
– Internal core: safety rope
– Fixing: aluminium pin with heat shrink tubing
– Hole center distance: 32 mm