Bomar Access/Utility Hatches

Bomar Access & Utility Hatches: Built Where Failure Isn't an Option

When it comes to keeping sensitive wiring, livewells, fuel systems, and storage compartments secure on the water, few names carry as much weight as Bomar. A division of Pompanette, LLC and a fixture in the marine industry since 1947, Bomar has spent decades engineering access and utility hatches that hold up under salt spray, relentless UV exposure, and the kind of foot traffic that would destroy lesser hardware. These are not just lids — they are precision-engineered closures trusted across recreational fishing boats, offshore sportfishers, commercial fleets, and even military vessels.

Two Distinct Product Lines for Every Application

Bomar's access and utility hatches are organized around two core philosophies: lightweight everyday usability and heavy-duty commercial durability.

• Gray Series (Polypropylene Access Hatches): Constructed from UV-stabilized polypropylene using Pompanette's proprietary engineering-grade resins, the Gray Series is a go-to for recreational and light-commercial builds. These hatches are flush-mount and low-profile, featuring a non-skid surface for deck safety. Large, easy-to-operate T-handles and 316L marine-grade stainless steel fasteners round out a design that balances simplicity with real-world toughness. Available in multiple sizes and finishes — including Black, Stark White, and Off-White — the Gray Series adapts to a wide range of deck aesthetics and applications from storage compartments to livewells and wiring access points.
• 7000 & 8000 Series (Molded Polypropylene Access Hatches): These low-profile floor-mounting hatches are molded from high-impact, UV-stable polypropylene. With a 180° opening lid, concealed exterior fasteners, support bars, and a double gasket for optimum sealing, these series are particularly well-suited for below-deck utility access. A patented slam latch mechanism makes one-handed operation fast and reliable — a meaningful detail on a working boat.

Material Engineering That Sets Bomar Apart

What separates Bomar from commodity hatch makers is where and how the products are made. Bomar is built in New Hampshire using CNC precision manufacturing and an in-house foundry. For aluminum access hatches, Bomar uses Almag-35 (535 magnesium-hardened aluminum), which is heated to 1,100°F and poured into proprietary cast molds on-site — a process that delivers consistent structural integrity and corrosion resistance that's 30–40% lighter than comparable cast products. All stainless steel hardware uses 316L marine-grade material, chosen specifically for its rust resistance, strength, and long-term luster in harsh saltwater environments.

Trusted from Offshore Fishing Boats to Commercial Fleets

Bomar access hatches are used in everything from offshore fishing boats to heavy-duty commercial fleets — trusted where failure simply is not an option. The brand's Commercial Grade aluminum series is Lloyd's certified, making it appropriate for professional builds that require documented compliance. Whether you are refitting a single sportfisher or sourcing for an entire patrol vessel fleet, the range covers sizes from approximately 5" to over 27" in molded plastic and cast aluminum configurations alike. Every product is manufactured and engineered in the USA and backed by decades of field use worldwide.

Explore all Bomar access and utility hatches to find the right size, material, and configuration for your vessel or build project.