Freeman Marine oval deck hatch model 1218 (12" x 18" clear opening, compression seal)
Heavy-duty flush 12" x 18" oval deck hatch from Freeman Marine with compression seal and lift-out cover plate. Ideal inspection and service access hatch for tanks, valves, and gear compartments on commercial vessels and recreational craft requiring an elongated oval opening.
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- BrandFreeman Marine
- ConditionNew
Description
Article no.: BFR-2431
The Freeman Marine Model 1218 (2431 Series) is a rugged, heavy-duty oval deck hatch featuring a 12" x 18" (305 x 457 mm) clear opening. The oval profile provides generous access for servicing and inspection while optimizing deck layout between deck stiffeners and narrow walkways. 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.
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.
- Lift-out cover plate – easily removed entirely for unobstructed access in tight spaces.
- 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: 2431-0002)
- Complete unit with steel deck ring (Part No: 2431-0003)
- Complete unit with stainless steel deck ring (Part No: 2431-0005)
- Cover plate assembly only, without deck ring (Part No: 2431-1001)
Bövik Marin AB supplies authentic Freeman Marine hatches, replacement gaskets, and hardware worldwide. Contact us for technical support or fleet volume inquiries.
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.
- Lift-out cover plate – easily removed entirely for unobstructed access in tight spaces.
- 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: 2431-0002)
- Complete unit with steel deck ring (Part No: 2431-0003)
- Complete unit with stainless steel deck ring (Part No: 2431-0005)
- Cover plate assembly only, without deck ring (Part No: 2431-1001)
Bövik Marin AB supplies authentic Freeman Marine hatches, replacement gaskets, and hardware worldwide. Contact us for technical support or fleet volume inquiries.