Ratchet Straps for Cargo Securement Applications

Ratchet Straps are one of the most popular types of tie down straps used to secure cargo in pickup truck beds, utility trailers, car haulers, enclosed trailers, moving vans, dry vans, and flatbed trailers to name a few of the popular securement applications. Ratchet Straps are designed to provide heavy-duty strength and excellent durability to ensure that once your cargo is tightened into place it remains safely secured until you reach the next location.

Ratchet straps are tightened into place using ratchet hardware that flows in one direction to hold the cargo safely in place. Cranking the ratchet handle back and forth tightens the webbing and removes the excess slack until you have reached the desired strength. When you are unloading and ready to release it is as simple as pulling up on the lever release in the middle of the ratchet hardware and pulling out the excess webbing.

Polyester webbing is trusted among professional truck drivers due to its minimal stretching compared to alternative webbing blends such as nylon webbing used in recovery towing applications to prevent the strap from causing damage to the vehicle. Polyester webbing provides great durability and protection against moisture, mold, mildew, and direct sunlight which are some factors that can damage or even destroy the straps over time.

Whether keeping cargo secure in a pickup truck using a 1-inch ratchet strap or a 4-inch ratchet strap to secure some of the heaviest cargo on the road you can find everything you need to tackle the job at Trucking Depot. We have a wide selection of ratchet straps in stock or custom-made to fit your exact securement needs and corner protectors to provide a barrier between the straps and sharp edges.

All of our Ratchet Straps include a visible Working Load Limit (WLL) tag and a statement of compliance with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) industry standards.

The Different Sizes of Ratchet Straps

Ratchet straps are available in four different width options depending on your cargo control needs. The 1-inch ratchet straps are the lightest-duty option for pickup truck beds, utility trailers, or around-the-house securement applications. The 4-inch ratchet straps are our heaviest-duty option and are used mainly only for securement applications on flatbed trailers.

4-inch ratchet straps are extremely heavy-duty and should never be used for securement applications in pickup trucks or pickup trailers as the 4-inch ratchet hardware is 12 inches long and over 8 lbs in weight alone. This is our heaviest-duty ratchet strap made from 24,000 lbs breaking strength 4-inch wide webbing and can have upwards of a 6,000 lbs safe working load limit rating per ratchet strap.

If you need a shorter or longer ratchet strap we can help by sewing a custom made ratchet strap at our location in Bellville, Ohio tailored to your exact cargo control needs. We can also adjust the short-end or long-end length of the ratchet strap to ensure it is set up exactly how you need it.

If you have any questions, need a quote, or need a recommendation of what works best for your securement application you can reach us best by calling us today at 800-444-0956 or by using our Contact Us page at the top of the website if you prefer communications via email.

1 Inch Ratchet Straps

1-inch Ratchet Straps are used mainly for securement applications in pickup truck beds, utility trailers, or using them around the house. Although 1-inch ratchet straps are only 1 inch wide they can still provide heavy-duty strength and durability. 1-inch ratchet straps are the most commonly used size of ratchet straps.

1-inch ratchet straps are commonly used to secure motorcycles, dirt bikes, kayaks, canoes, lawnmowers, ATVs, treestand ladders, bicycles, and more. 1-inch ratchet straps have upwards of 1,100 lbs safe working load limit per strap the applications that these ratchet straps work great with are nearly endless.

Another one of the most popular applications that our 1-inch ratchet straps are used in is for outdoor treestand ladders for outdoor hunting applications in the woods. Our CAMO polyester webbing features a sleek design that minimizes visibility and attention to your treestand.

1 Inch Heavy Duty Ratchet Straps

Our 1-inch wide heavy-duty polyester tie-down webbing is the strongest in the cargo control industry with a breaking strength of 6,600 lbs. Once assembled with our heavy-duty 1-inch tie-down hardware our 1-inch ratchet straps have a safe assembly working load limit rating of 1,100 lbs per strap. This can be ideal for cargo securement applications that are limited in space but may still require heavier-duty strength.

1-inch heavy-duty ratchet straps are ideal for those who go through ratchet straps often as they provide added durability against cuts and tears with a thicker webbing blend.

Some of the different end-fitting hardware used to manufacture 1-inch ratchet straps include Endless Loops, S Hooks, S Hooks with Safety Latch, J Hooks (Wire Hooks), D Rings, Loops, Bolt Down Plates, and more. We also have a wide selection of colors of 1-inch tie-down webbing that can be used to manufacture the ideal custom 1-inch ratchet strap for your cargo control needs.

If you have any questions, need a quote, or are interested in learning more about our custom capabilities call us at 800-444-0956 to get started with more information today.

2 Inch Ratchet Straps

2-inch Ratchet Straps are made from 2-inch wide polyester tie down webbing that is designed to provide strength, durability, and protection against moisture, mold, mildew, and direct sunlight. Polyester also provides minimal stretching compared to alternative webbing blends, which makes it ideal for cargo control securement applications.

2-inch ratchet straps are commonly used for securement applications inside moving vans, enclosed trailers, dry vans, automotive transporting, Side by Sides (SxS), UTVs, ATVs, Flatbeds, and more. Depending on the hardware combination 2-inch ratchet strap the working load limit rating can range from 1,466 to upwards of 3,335 lbs per ratchet strap.

2-inch ratchet straps are made with either our standard duty 6,000 lbs breaking strength or our heavy-duty 12,000 lbs breaking strength polyester webbing. Once the webbing has been selected it can be paired with end-fitting hardware such as S Hooks, J Hooks (Wire Hooks), Chain and Hooks, Endless Loop, Loops, Flat Hooks, D Rings, or E Track Fittings. At Trucking Depot, we have a wide assortment of webbing colors that can be paired with the ideal hardware to make you a custom 2-inch ratchet strap.

2 Inch Heavy Duty Ratchet Straps

2-inch Heavy Duty Ratchet Straps are made with our heaviest-duty 2-inch wide polyester tie down webbing blend with a 12,000 lbs breaking strength. Available in several color options including Black, Blue, Gray, Green, Olive Drab, Orange, Red, or Yellow 2-inch heavy-duty webbing. Once you have selected the strength and color of webbing, it can be paired with our heavy-duty 2 inch ratchet hardware options and end-fitting hardware to make the ideal 2 inch heavy duty ratchet strap.

Some of the heavy-duty end-fitting hardware options that work with our 2-inch heavy-duty ratchet straps include Chain and Hook, D Rings, Snap Hook, Flat Hook, J Hooks (Wire Hooks), Loops, Endless Loops, E Track Fittings, Floor Anchor Mounts. Depending on the heavy-duty hardware combination the safe working load limit per strap can range from 1,466 to upwards of 3,335 working load limit per ratchet strap.

If you have any questions, need a quote, or are interested in our customization capabilities contact us at 800-444-0956 to get started today.

3 Inch Ratchet Straps

3-inch Ratchet Straps are primarily used for flatbed securement applications on flatbed trailers. This ratchet strap is made from 3-inch wide polyester tie down webbing with a 18,000 lbs breaking strength and a safe assembly working load limit rating of upwards of 5,400 lbs per ratchet strap.

While this ratchet strap provides much heavier-duty strength, it should never be used for securement applications in pickup truck beds or around the house. The ratchet hardware used to manufacture 3-inch ratchet straps is 12.5 inches long and weighs just over 8 lbs. The hardware is also zinc-plated which helps to prevent corrosion and rust from weakening or damaging your ratchet hardware over time.

The different end fitting types for 3-inch ratchet straps include J Hooks (Wire Hooks), Flat Hooks, Endless Loop, and Chain & Hooks. As 3-inch ratchet straps are not as commonly used as 4-inch ratchet straps we only stock yellow 3-inch webbing. Our 3-inch ratchet straps are custom-made to order due to less demand.

If you have any questions, need a quote, or are interested in our large quantity discount pricing call us at 800-444-0956 or use our Contact Us page at the top of the website if you prefer communications via email. We look forward to helping you find exactly what you need to fit your exact cargo control needs.

4 Inch Ratchet Straps

4-inch Ratchet Straps are our heaviest-duty ratchet straps that we sell and are used primarily only on flatbed trailers. 4 inch ratchet straps are commonly made in the lengths of 27-foot and 30-foot depending on the driver’s preference and the types of cargo being secured on flatbeds.

The most commonly used end-fitting hardware for 4-inch ratchet straps is either Flat Hooks provide a larger surface area to hook into the rub rails or Wire Hooks (J Hooks) can also quickly latch and tighten the cargo into place. For those using 4-inch ratchet straps for alternative securement applications, we also have Endless Loop, Delta Rings, and Chain & Hooks used for farm equipment and machinery.

4-inch Ratchet Straps are made from 24,000 lbs breaking strength polyester tie down webbing and once assembled with the end fitting hardware of choice feature a 5,400 lbs to upwards of a 6,000 lbs safe assembly working load limit rating per ratchet strap. If you don’t find the exact length you are looking for we can make one in-house at our location in Bellville, Ohio.

If you have any questions, need a quote, or need it custom made to order contact our sales team today at 800-444-0956 or by using our Contact Us page at the top of the website if you prefer communications via email. We look forward to helping you find exactly what you need for your next cargo securement application.

Custom Made Ratchet Straps

At Trucking Depot, we are one of the largest manufacturers of custom-made ratchet straps in the United States. We take great pride in being able to custom-make ratchet straps to exactly what your custom application requires or personalization needs. Our manufacturing facility is located in Bellville, Ohio and we have all the materials needed to cut and sew you the ideal combination to fit your custom needs best.

Whether you are looking for custom straps with a custom webbing length, hardware type, color of webbing, or even a custom strap with your company name stenciled onto the strap the customization options are endless. Choose from end-fitting hardware options such as S Hooks, Wire Hooks, E Track Fittings, Flat Hooks, D Rings, Chain Anchors, and more.

We also have a full selection of different sizes, materials, and strengths of ratchet hardware that can be assembled to the corresponding webbing size and end-fitting hardware. Our custom-made ratchet straps come with a sewn-on working load limit rating tag that shows you exactly what your ratchet straps are safely rated for and to stay in compliance with DOT industry standards for general cargo control.

For those interested we also can custom print your company name and branding directly onto the webbing to help raise brand awareness or even to help prevent theft. For this service, we have a 100-piece minimum order size order and it can only be used on either 2-inch, 3-inch, or 4-inch wide polyester webbing.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about our custom ratchet strap capabilities and limitations. In that case, you can reach our experts by giving us a call today at 800-444-0956 or using our online Contact Us form at the top of the page if you prefer to communicate via email. We look forward to helping you build the perfect custom strap.

How To Tighten A Ratchet Strap Instructions

1. Start by threading polyester tie down webbing through the bottom webbing slot of the closed ratchet.
2. Next, pull the webbing through the ratchet to help remove any excess slack.
3. Begin ratcheting by raising and lowering the handle of the ratchet hardware until you reach your desired strength for your cargo securement. It is important to remove the excess webbing without the risk of destroying the cargo in the process from overtightening.

How To Release A Ratchet Strap Instructions

1. Start by pulling the release tab on the Ratchet Hardware to unlock the Ratchet Handle.
2. With the release tab pulled, open the Ratchet Handle until it’s completely flat.
3. The strap should pop loose when the Ratchet is fully open.