What are the Cam Buckles and Grommets Made From on the Gladiator Waterproof Cargo Net?
Updated 01/29/2025 | Published 01/23/2025
Question:
What kind of metal are the cam buckles made of ? What kind of metal are the grommets made of ?
asked by: John
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Expert Reply:
Hello John,
I apologize for the delay in the answer, but I was waiting to hear back from the manufacturer. Both the cam buckles and grommets are made from steel on the Gladiator Waterproof Cargo Net w/ Integrated Tarp - Cam Buckle Tie-Downs - 6' 9" x 8' # GC57FR.
What are you looing to use the tarp for?
expert reply by:
Kate F
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John
1/28/2025
Thank you Kate for your reply. Just as an FYI, when I look to purchase a waterproof item it means that I expect it to be exposed to water. Therefore, in my opinion, I would expect the entire product to be made with waterproof materials. So it doesn't make sense to have a waterproof tarp but have cam buckles and grommets that are steel that rusts. I would expect the cam buckles and grommets to be either stainless steel or at least rust resistant zinc coated or galvanized. I have already experienced tarps that the grommets end up rusting. And when a cam buckle rusts then it will not function properly to hold its grip. I have seen cargo straps with stainless steel cam buckles, so I was surprised that those with this tarp were not. Best regards, John