{"product_id":"3-16-lip-depth-316-stainless-steel-compression-handle-backing-plate","title":"3\/16\" Lip Depth 316 Stainless Steel Compression Handle Backing Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e316 Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasteners included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-7\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLip Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316 Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg height=\"95\" width=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/9017\/0443\/files\/S-0235BP_480x480.jpg?v=1675444440\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMade from marine-grade 316 stainless steel. It offers excellent corrosion resistance for both freshwater and saltwater environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis circular backing plate provides structural reinforcement and load distribution behind a compression handle installation. It prevents the handle's mounting screws or bolts from pulling through thin or flexible surfaces such as fiberglass, composite panels, or aluminum hatches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe 3\/16\" lip depth is designed for thinner deck and hatch materials, ensuring the plate sits properly without protruding excessively while maintaining a secure fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt enhances the compression mechanism's effectiveness by creating a stable base, allowing the handle to apply even pressure for a tight, rattle-free seal that reduces noise, vibration, and water ingress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSuitable for use with Whitecap compression handles on boat hatches, access panels, storage compartments, engine covers, deck plates, and other marine closures where durable, corrosion-resistant reinforcement is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #cccccc;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\"\u003eProposition 65 Warnings Website - Your right to know (ca.gov)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitecap Marine Products","offers":[{"title":"2-7\/8\" \/ 3\/16\" \/ 316SS","offer_id":40328488386635,"sku":"S-0236BP","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/9017\/0443\/files\/S-0235BP1_cf2e84b3-7469-4518-bbf7-45d61986f195.jpg?v=1708466122","url":"https:\/\/www.whitecapmarineproducts.com\/products\/3-16-lip-depth-316-stainless-steel-compression-handle-backing-plate","provider":"Whitecap Marine Hardware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}