Attwood Marine Battery Straps
Attwood Marine Battery Straps: Compliance-Ready Hold-Downs for the Water
When a battery breaks loose underway, the consequences go well beyond a dead engine — unsecured batteries are a genuine safety hazard on any vessel. Attwood Marine, a proven marine industry leader for over 100 years, takes that risk seriously with a focused line of battery straps engineered specifically for the demands of the marine environment.
What Sets Attwood Battery Straps Apart
Attwood's battery strap kits are built around woven polypropylene construction paired with proprietary firm-grip buckles that are completely resistant to battery acid — a critical feature in any enclosed battery compartment where off-gassing and minor spills are a fact of life. The nylon straps, buckles, and footman loops all share the same corrosion-resistant makeup, so no single component becomes the weak link over years of saltwater or freshwater use.
Every kit ships with everything needed for a complete installation: four #8, 3/4-inch screws and two footman clamps — no separate hardware runs required. Attwood offers multiple strap lengths to match different battery box footprints, including a medium kit (approximately 38–40 inches, model 9013-3) that fits common Attwood battery boxes such as the 9065, 9067, 9082, and 9069 series, and a long kit (54 inches, model 9013A3) designed for larger applications like the 9084 battery box.
Built to USCG and ABYC Standards
Compliance isn't an afterthought with Attwood. Both the U.S. Coast Guard and the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) require that marine batteries be secured against movement of more than one inch in any direction — a standard Attwood's hold-down system is more than capable of meeting. Attwood's battery box and strap systems are rated to resist up to 350 lbs. of force, nearly four times the USCG minimum requirement, giving boaters a meaningful safety margin in rough water conditions.
A Complete Battery Management Ecosystem
Attwood's battery straps are designed to work seamlessly within the brand's broader battery management lineup. Whether you're securing a single group 24 cranking battery or a larger deep-cycle bank, Attwood's strap sizing and footman clamp hardware pairs directly with their vented polypropylene battery boxes — themselves tested across a temperature range of -20°F to +120°F. This integrated approach means fewer compatibility headaches and a more professional finished installation.
- Woven polypropylene construction — fully resistant to battery acid and corrosion
- Firm-grip buckles for secure, rattle-free retention
- Multiple lengths available — medium (~38–40") and long (~54") to fit a range of battery box sizes
- Complete hardware kits — footman clamps and mounting screws included
- USCG & ABYC compliant — tested to standards required for OEM and aftermarket installations
For boaters who expect their equipment to last as long as their boat, Attwood's century-plus track record in marine hardware speaks for itself. Browse the full selection of battery straps or explore the complete Attwood Marine catalog for the full range of marine electrical and battery management solutions.
