Freeman Marine hinged oval deck hatch model 1218-H (12" x 18" clear opening, compression seal)
Heavy-duty flush 12" x 18" oval hinged deck hatch from Freeman Marine with compression seal. Ideal inspection and service access hatch for tanks, valves, and gear compartments on commercial vessels and recreational craft where the cover plate remains securely captive.
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- BrandFreeman Marine
- ConditionNew
Description
Article no.: BFR-2471
The Freeman Marine Model 1218-H (2471 Series) is a rugged, heavy-duty hinged oval deck hatch featuring a 12" x 18" (305 x 457 mm) clear opening. Designed for true flush mounting, it integrates smoothly into the deck surface, preventing tripping hazards and eliminating standing water or debris accumulation around the coaming.
The heavy-duty integrated hinge keeps the cover securely captive during operation, providing convenient, safe handling in rough seas and preventing deck damage or accidental loss overboard. Featuring Freeman's field-proven compression sealing technology, a resilient gasket fitted in the coaming groove seals tightly and 100% watertight against the flat machined underside of the cover plate. Unlike knife-edge hatches, compression seal hatches do not require external coaming drain tubes and resist impact damage during demanding deck operations.
Key Features & Benefits:
- 12" x 18" (305 x 457 mm) clear opening – elongated oval aperture ideal for inspection, tank access, and valve operation.
- Hinged cover plate – securely attached to the coaming for enhanced crew safety and convenience.
- Compression seal design – clean coaming base without water traps or vulnerable sealing edges.
- Rugged cast marine-grade aluminum cover with stainless steel dogging components.
- Quick-acting dogging mechanism operated by Freeman deck key or handle.
- Available as a complete unit with weldable ring (aluminum, steel, or stainless steel) or as a replacement cover plate only.
Available Configurations (select above):
- Complete unit with aluminum deck ring (Part No: 2471-0002)
- Complete unit with steel deck ring (Part No: 2471-0003)
- Complete unit with stainless steel deck ring (Part No: 2471-0005)
- Cover plate assembly only, without deck ring (Part No: 2471-1001)
Bövik Marin AB supplies authentic Freeman Marine hatches, replacement gaskets, and hardware worldwide. Contact us for technical support or fleet volume inquiries.
The heavy-duty integrated hinge keeps the cover securely captive during operation, providing convenient, safe handling in rough seas and preventing deck damage or accidental loss overboard. Featuring Freeman's field-proven compression sealing technology, a resilient gasket fitted in the coaming groove seals tightly and 100% watertight against the flat machined underside of the cover plate. Unlike knife-edge hatches, compression seal hatches do not require external coaming drain tubes and resist impact damage during demanding deck operations.
Key Features & Benefits:
- 12" x 18" (305 x 457 mm) clear opening – elongated oval aperture ideal for inspection, tank access, and valve operation.
- Hinged cover plate – securely attached to the coaming for enhanced crew safety and convenience.
- Compression seal design – clean coaming base without water traps or vulnerable sealing edges.
- Rugged cast marine-grade aluminum cover with stainless steel dogging components.
- Quick-acting dogging mechanism operated by Freeman deck key or handle.
- Available as a complete unit with weldable ring (aluminum, steel, or stainless steel) or as a replacement cover plate only.
Available Configurations (select above):
- Complete unit with aluminum deck ring (Part No: 2471-0002)
- Complete unit with steel deck ring (Part No: 2471-0003)
- Complete unit with stainless steel deck ring (Part No: 2471-0005)
- Cover plate assembly only, without deck ring (Part No: 2471-1001)
Bövik Marin AB supplies authentic Freeman Marine hatches, replacement gaskets, and hardware worldwide. Contact us for technical support or fleet volume inquiries.