Cam Buckle & Lashing Straps
Cam buckle and buckle lashing straps tension by hand rather than by ratchet, which makes them quicker to fit and far less likely to overtighten — the right choice for loads a ratchet would crush, such as bicycles, kayaks, garden furniture, boxed goods and light equipment. Capacities are lower than ratchet equivalents, typically 150kg to 500kg, and the strap releases by lifting the cam rather than unwinding a mechanism. Spring clamp tie-downs are grouped here too, holding by clamp tension for very light restraint and quick repeat use. For anything needing real tension or a documented lashing capacity, use a ratchet strap.
Cam buckle and buckle lashing straps tension by hand rather than by ratchet, which makes them quicker to fit and far less likely to overtighten — the right choice for loads a ratchet would crush, such as bicycles, kayaks, garden furniture, boxed goods and light equipment. Capacities are lower than ratchet equivalents, typically 150kg to 500kg, and the strap releases by lifting the cam rather than unwinding a mechanism. Spring clamp tie-downs are grouped here too, holding by clamp tension for very light restraint and quick repeat use. For anything needing real tension or a documented lashing capacity, use a ratchet strap.
