The Freeman Marine Model 2424K (2424 Series) is a rugged, heavy-duty square deck hatch featuring a 24" x 24" (610 x 610 mm) clear opening and time-tested knife-edge sealing technology. Recognized internationally as the standard dimension for emergency escape and crew access, the Model 2424K combines maximum passage clearance with a completely flush profile that maintains a safe, trip-free deck environment.
Featuring Freeman's field-proven commercial knife-edge sealing design, a machined coaming knife edge embeds firmly into a durable hollow seal housed in the cover plate. This design concentrates dogging force into high contact pressure, guaranteeing 100% weathertight and watertight security even under heavy sea wash and severe wave impact. The fully removable lift-out cover plate ensures an open, unobstructed escape route with zero interfering protrusions.
Key Features & Benefits:
- 24" x 24" (610 x 610 mm) clear opening – standard dimension for marine emergency escape and crew transit.
- Lift-out cover plate – removes completely for unhindered emergency egress and gear movement.
- Knife-edge seal – delivers superior contact pressure and sealing reliability on exposed working decks.
- Recessed gasket – protected from cargo impacts and mechanical abrasion when open.
- Cast marine-grade aluminum cover with stainless steel dogging mechanism.
- Operated quickly by Freeman's central dogging mechanism via 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: 2424-0002)
- Complete unit with steel deck ring (Part No: 2424-0003)
- Complete unit with stainless steel deck ring (Part No: 2424-0005)
- Cover plate assembly only, without deck ring (Part No: 2424-1001)
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