The Polyform CM-2 Series Mooring Buoy has been designed to provide the ultimate in strength, durability and boat protection, giving increased security to any mooring. Featuring a mooring iron made from galvanized steel, with a protective vinyl-coated eye and an even wall thickness that provides for maximum strength and durability
To provide strength and security, each version features a 1/2-inch central rod, a large eye (4-3/8 inch diameter), and a swivel (1-1/2 inch wide). The CM-Series is a long tested standard in mooring buoy design and is prefered by many boaters worldwide.
The CM-2 is available in red. Ships deflated.
Specifications: - Model:CM-2 Red
- Size: (Dia. x length) 13.5" X 18.0". (34.3cm x 45.7 cm)
- Tube Diameter: .625" (1.6 cm)
- Circumference: 42.4" (107.8 cm)
- Iron Length w/Shackle: 31" (78.7 cm
- Bouyancy: Approx 55 Pounds
CM Sizing
To figure out what size buoy you will need, determine the weight of the chain it must support. All chain has a stated weight per foot. Add another 25% to the total weight for safety. Always use chafing gear where mooring lines run through bow chocks or are likely to contact deck hardware. A thimble on the shackled end will prevent chafe at the buoy.
Safety;
In a hard blow, the holding power of the mooring can be increased by lengthening the mooring pennant. This increases the scope of the mooring providing greater holding power - just be sure to check other boats in the moorage first to ensure you won't foul another moored boat. In adverse conditions, a second mooring pennant can be run to the top eye as a safety in case the primary pennant chafes through or fails. All shackles should be moused to prevent opening. Electricians plastic tie wraps are an excellent means of securing a shackle.
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