Clips & Accessories

Precision engineered to support the Hexcyl Pro system, our clips and accessories enhance security, flexibility, and handling efficiency across every stage of your farm operation. Designed for harsh marine conditions, they deliver reliable performance season after season.

HPS-SC10

2 required per basket

Suits 10mm (25/64”) – 11.5mm (29/64″) diameter Oyster Tube

HPS-SC09

2 required per basket

Suits 9mm (25/64″) diameter Oyster Tube

HPS-PRC

Specifically designed to accommodate WRS-16 wear reduction sleeve. Attaches to main posts for line height adjustment.

VL-5.5

Available in 500m (1640 ft.) and 1000m (3280 ft) spools

Custom made Vexcyl line was specifically developed for longline oyster farming. This extremely user friendly product meets all OH&S requirements and is now considered the preferred longline to use by many new and existing oyster farmers. 3% line tension is all that is required for correctly tensioned lines. Vexcyl line is also available cut to order in custom lengths on individual spools.

OT-10.8

Black Ultra violet resistant LDPE designed to provide added protecton to the Vexcyl long line. Standard 500 metre (1640 ft) spools.

WRS-13

Hexcyl wear reduction sleeves offer additional protection when attached to each Hexcyl post riser. Available in 230 mm (9″) lengths, with 500 pieces per bag

Secure and stable for daily use.

Role of Clips

Secure and stable for daily use.

Clips are a critical component of the Hexcyl system, ensuring baskets remain securely attached during operation while allowing quick access for grading and maintenance. The positive clip-lock mechanism keeps baskets firmly closed and locked in the upright operating position, reducing stock loss and improving on-water safety. Designed for efficiency, clips also fold down to streamline transport and storage between farm and shed.

Compatibility

Engineered to integrate seamlessly.

All Hexcyl clips and accessories are purpose-built to work with the Hexcyl Pro Range, including compatibility with the patented pivot bank system. Multiple attachment positions allow baskets to run along one line or across two lines approximately 600 mm to 750 mm apart, giving farmers flexibility across different farm layouts and tidal conditions. The system is designed to work as one complete, integrated solution.

Warranty & Longevity

Built to Last Guaranteed

Hexcyl stands behind the strength and durability of every basket. With over a decade of testing and field use, our products are designed for longevity, helping you get more value from your investment.

5-Year Industry-Leading Warranty

Confidence that your equipment is protected against material and manufacturing issues

Proven Reliability

Tried and tested in farms across Australia and around the world, ensuring long-term performance you can trust.

25+ Year Lifespan

Robust materials and precision engineering mean your baskets outlast the competition.

Marine-Grade Durability

UV-resistant, impact-resistant, and built for low to high-energy tidal conditions.

FAQs

All your questions, answered.

What is Adjustable Long Line Shell Fish Farming?

The Adjustable Longline System used for shellfish farming has been adopted on many continents receiving world wide recognition for its efficiencies in both production and shellfish quality. The concept was originally developed by Ritchie Baker, Tony Schutz and Geoff Turner of BST Oyster Supplies to farm Pacific oysters in South Australia’s high energy inter-tidal zones. The Adjustable Long Line System offers shellfish farmers the unique ability to raise and lower the growing height of stock on the farm for better management of shell growth, hygiene and meat condition in preparation for sale.

What is Adjustable Long Line Shell Fish Farming?

A typical installation will consist of:

  • A marine grade timber or plastic strainer post set at each end of a row of lines. A typical row may comprise of two, three or four lines approximately 100 metres (328feet) long. Marine grade timber or plastic posts are set out between the end strainers and are usually spaced approximately 3 metres (118”) apart when orientating baskets along the line and the parallel lines are set 750mm (29-1/2”) apart for orientating baskets across a set of two lines.
  • A strong and durable line (Vexcyl line) with a protective polyethylene sleeve covering the entire line capable of retaining its tension under load and during vertical adjustment.
  • Baskets, Suspension or attachment clips.
  • Risers (to be attached to the posts).

Hexcyl Systems recommend using the extremely user friendly Vexcyl braided line. This line meets all occupational health and safety standards required for setting up and use of the lines. Vexcyl braided line is custom designed specifically for longline construction. Farmers appreciate the ease of handling and the fact that you only require the line to be tensioned 3% of the total line length to achieve the correct amount of line tension.

Hexcyl baskets are designed for a wide range of grow out options and orientations in low, moderate and high energy environments.

How adaptable are Hexcyl Baskets to my farm?

Our baskets suit shellfish ranging from a minimum overall length of 5 mm (13/64″) to 150 mm (6″) or greater.

Have more questions?

Stronger baskets, higher productivity, and long-term reliability start with the right system; talk to our team today and find the best Hexcyl solution for your farm.