{"product_id":"7-8-black-nylon-outside-end-cap-soft-tarp-support","title":"7\/8\" Black Nylon Outside End Cap Soft Tarp Support","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Nylon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDescription\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\/8\" Outside End Cap - Soft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Nylon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/9017\/0443\/files\/3518_9eba3444-607c-45c1-8e32-af067074f567_480x480.jpg?v=1700250814\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThis is a cylindrical \u003cb\u003eoutside end cap\u003c\/b\u003e made from soft \u003cb\u003eblack nylon\u003c\/b\u003e material. It fits over the \u003cb\u003eoutside\u003c\/b\u003e (external) diameter of a 7\/8-inch (approximately 22 mm) tube or pole, sliding on as a protective and functional cover for the exposed end. The \"soft\" designation refers to the material's slightly flexible or non-rigid nylon formulation, which helps provide a snug, non-marring fit and some give for easier installation or to reduce scratching on surfaces. It is injection-molded for consistent quality, UV-resistant to withstand outdoor exposure (especially in marine environments), lightweight, corrosion-proof, and designed to endure harsh conditions like saltwater, sun, and weather without degrading quickly. The cap appears as a simple, solid black cylindrical plug or sleeve with an open end for fitting over the tube (no additional features like eyes, threads, or set screws are indicated in the product details).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThis part is part of Whitecap's tarp support hardware line, often sold alongside related items like 1\" outside caps, inside supporters, or other tarp-related fittings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eFunctions and Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eProtects tube\/pole ends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e — Covers and seals the raw end of a 7\/8\" diameter support pole or tubing to prevent splintering, sharp edges, rust (on metal poles), or wear over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003ePrevents surface damage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e — The soft nylon material acts as a non-scratching, cushioning tip when the pole end contacts surfaces like boat decks, canvas, tarps, boat covers, or other materials, reducing marring or abrasion.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eEnhances tarp or cover support systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e — Used in adjustable pole setups for propping up boat covers, bimini tops, tarps, or canvas enclosures. The end cap provides a stable, rounded contact point to distribute pressure evenly and hold the fabric taut without poking through or tearing it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eMarine and boating applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e — Commonly employed in boat cover support poles, bimini top frameworks, or tarp systems on vessels to maintain shape, shed water, and prevent pooling\/sagging. It withstands the marine environment (salt, moisture, UV).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eGeneral outdoor and protective covering uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e — Can be adapted for non-marine setups, such as supporting tarps over equipment, vehicles, wood piles, or temporary shelters, where a soft-tipped pole end is needed for safe contact with the covering material.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eReplacement or repair part\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e — Frequently used to replace worn or lost end caps on existing support poles in tarp\/cover systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\" style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eProposition 65 Warnings Website - Your right to know (ca.gov)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitecap Marine Products","offers":[{"title":"Black Nylon \/ 7\/8\" Outside End Cap - Soft","offer_id":40155440545867,"sku":"3518","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/9017\/0443\/files\/3518_a17015a0-4d34-4c10-a33f-a72e47dff15e.jpg?v=1724875263","url":"https:\/\/www.whitecapmarineproducts.com\/products\/7-8-black-nylon-outside-end-cap-soft-tarp-support","provider":"Whitecap Marine Hardware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}