The Metallurgy of Maintenance. Preserving the Passivation Layer of Marine Grade Stainless Steel. The Engineering Choice: 304L vs. 316L While 316L is the “gold standard” for open ocean environments, it shares much of its DNA with 304L. Both are austenitic alloys with a “Low Carbon” (L) profile to prevent carbide precipitation during TIG welding. Property[…]
Live from the Shop The Klacko Logbook. [instagram-feed feed=2] Join the Global Voyage Tag your photos with #klackomarine to be featured. Follow @klacko_marine The Blue Water Standard There is a reason the Klacko name is whispered on the docks from Annapolis to Antigua. It’s a reputation forged in the **”Golden Age”** of sailboat manufacturing. Having[…]
Klacko Marine | Dinghy Davit Bridle Guide Klacko Marine Technical Guide 6:1 Mechanical Advantage Recommended Hardware: Harken 57mm Carbo Series To replicate the low-friction retrieval shown above, we specify the Harken AirCarbo series. These ball-bearing blocks are designed to handle high static loads without the “binding” typical of standard sheaves. Harken #2604 57mm Carbo Single/Swivel.[…]
Stainless Steel Welding on Boats: Ensuring Durability and Safety at Sea Welding is a critical process in the construction and repair of boats, and when it comes to materials that can withstand the harsh marine environment, stainless steel is a top contender. Known for its corrosion resistance and strength, stainless steel is an ideal choice[…]
Some awesome aerial sailing footage from Take the Waters Added entertainment to check out with some breathtaking aerial drone footage by an awesome cruising couple. Definitely a favourite YT channel here at Klacko Marine. Subscribe and check out their blog & patreon site which they have posted some great articles and sailboat projects. UPDATE from[…]
Adventure awaits Recently had the pleasure to work for Brian and Mandi Russel to design and fabricate a custom davit and solar arch for their Beneteau 46 Oceanis sv Shonto. The results were well received and the arch has already found some interesting uses (see video below). They have been chronicling their up & down[…]
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