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RWB Inspection Port Full Cover Black RWB Inspection Port Full Cover Black RWB5380

$15.50

RWB Inspection Port Full Cover White RWB Inspection Port Full Cover White RWB5381

$16.50

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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 310 x 310 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 310 x 310 RWB6002

$712.25 $770.00

$57.75 off RRP of $770.00
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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 420 x 420 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 420 x 420 RWB6006

$837.13 $905.00

$67.87 off RRP of $905.00
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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 440 x 440 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 440 x 440 RWB6007

$889.85 $962.00

$72.15 off RRP of $962.00
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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 450 x 320 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 450 x 320 RWB6008

$808.45 $874.00

$65.55 off RRP of $874.00
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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 470 x 470 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 470 x 470 RWB6009

$904.65 $978.00

$73.35 off RRP of $978.00
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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 500 x 370 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 500 x 370 RWB6011

$849.15 $918.00

$68.85 off RRP of $918.00
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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 510 x 510 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 510 x 510 RWB6012

$1,066.03 $1,099.00

$32.97 off RRP of $1,099.00
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GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 620 x 620 GEBO Low Profile Deck Hatch Flushline 620 x 620 RWB6013

$1,270.70 $1,310.00

$39.30 off RRP of $1,310.00
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RWB Hatch WITH Flange 450x320 RWB Hatch WITH Flange 450x320 RWB6035

$984.55 $1,015.00

$30.45 off RRP of $1,015.00
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RWB Hatch WITH Flange 500x370 RWB Hatch WITH Flange 500x370 RWB6036

$998.13 $1,029.00

$30.87 off RRP of $1,029.00
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RWB Hatch WITH Flange 500x500 RWB Hatch WITH Flange 500x500 RWB6037

$1,044.69 $1,077.00

$32.31 off RRP of $1,077.00
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RWB Port Opening Rect 268x141 RWB Port Opening Rect 268x141 RWB6050

$742.78 $803.00

$60.22 off RRP of $803.00
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RWB Port Opening Rect 346x141 RWB Port Opening Rect 346x141 RWB6051

$799.20 $864.00

$64.80 off RRP of $864.00
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RWB Port Opening Rect 375x175 RWB Port Opening Rect 375x175 RWB6052

$795.50 $860.00

$64.50 off RRP of $860.00
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RWB Port Opening Rect 375x215 RWB Port Opening Rect 375x215 RWB6053

$813.08 $879.00

$65.92 off RRP of $879.00
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RWB Port Fixed Rect 375 x 175 RWB Port Fixed Rect 375 x 175 RWB6058

$516.15 $558.00

$41.85 off RRP of $558.00
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RWB Port Fixed Rect 375 x 215 RWB Port Fixed Rect 375 x 215 RWB6059

$530.03 $573.00

$42.97 off RRP of $573.00
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RWB Port Open Rec/Rnd 375x175 RWB Port Open Rec/Rnd 375x175 RWB6062

$823.25 $890.00

$66.75 off RRP of $890.00
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RWB Port Open Rec/Rnd 600x175 RWB Port Open Rec/Rnd 600x175 RWB6064

$1,059.24 $1,092.00

$32.76 off RRP of $1,092.00
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RWB Port Open Ecoline 304x155 RWB Port Open Ecoline 304x155 RWB6080

$525.40 $568.00

$42.60 off RRP of $568.00
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RWB Port Open Ecoline 405x155 RWB Port Open Ecoline 405x155 RWB6083

$541.13 $585.00

$43.87 off RRP of $585.00
RWB Fly-Blind 450 x 320 Hatch RWB Fly-Blind 450 x 320 Hatch RWB6100

$305.25 $330.00

$24.75 off RRP of $330.00
RWB Fly-Blind 500 x 370 Hatch RWB Fly-Blind 500 x 370 Hatch RWB6101

$348.73 $377.00

$28.27 off RRP of $377.00
RWB Fly-Blind 500 & 510 Hatch RWB Fly-Blind 500 & 510 Hatch RWB6102

$392.20 $424.00

$31.80 off RRP of $424.00
RWB Fly-Blind 620 x 620 Hatch RWB Fly-Blind 620 x 620 Hatch RWB6103

$433.83 $469.00

$35.17 off RRP of $469.00
RWB Screen 325x185 F/L Hatch RWB Screen 325x185 F/L Hatch RWB6111

$156.33 $169.00

$12.67 off RRP of $169.00
RWB Screen 420x420 F/L Hatch RWB Screen 420x420 F/L Hatch RWB6112

$167.43 $181.00

$13.57 off RRP of $181.00
RWB Screen 450x320 F/L Hatch RWB Screen 450x320 F/L Hatch RWB6113

$173.90 $188.00

$14.10 off RRP of $188.00
RWB Screen 440x440 F/L Hatch RWB Screen 440x440 F/L Hatch RWB6114

$181.30 $196.00

$14.70 off RRP of $196.00
RWB Screen 470x470 F/L Hatch RWB Screen 470x470 F/L Hatch RWB6115

$181.30 $196.00

$14.70 off RRP of $196.00

Boat hatches and portlights serve a range of functions — deck access, cabin ventilation, natural light and emergency egress — and getting the right style and size for each opening matters for both function and long-term watertight performance. In Australian conditions, UV resistance and sealing quality are particularly important given the combination of high solar intensity and regular coastal spray. This range covers opening deck hatches, flush hatches, portlights and inspection port options for new installations and replacement projects on Australian coastal vessels.

Hatches vs Portlights

A hatch is an opening in the deck or cabin top that allows crew access or provides ventilation. A portlight is a window unit fitted into the cabin side or coach roof, primarily for light and ventilation. Both require proper sealing, but a deck hatch faces more demanding watertightness requirements than a cabin-side portlight. For cabin-specific options, browse cabin hatches and portlights. For access plates and covers, see boat inspection ports.

Lens Material and UV Resistance

In the Australian sun, standard acrylic lenses can yellow, craze and become brittle with prolonged UV exposure. Polycarbonate or UV-stabilised acrylic lenses hold their clarity and impact resistance significantly better over time in high-UV coastal environments. For any hatch that sees regular direct sun, prioritise UV-rated lens material — the performance difference over three to five years in Australian conditions is substantial. For the full range of boat deck hardware, browse the deck hardware category.

Boat Hatches & Portlights FAQ

What is the difference between a hatch and a portlight?

A hatch is an opening for access or ventilation — flush, opening or frameless. A portlight is a window unit in the cabin side or coach roof for light and ventilation rather than crew access. Both require proper sealing but have different watertightness requirements based on their position.

Are acrylic or polycarbonate lenses better for Australian conditions?

Polycarbonate and UV-stabilised acrylic maintain clarity and impact resistance better than standard acrylic in Australia's high UV environment. Standard acrylic can yellow, craze and become brittle with sustained direct sun exposure — prioritise UV-rated materials for any hatch regularly exposed to sunlight.

What size hatch do I need?

Measure your opening frame-to-frame and check manufacturer cutout dimensions carefully — these vary between brands. Access hatches need to be large enough for safe passage; ventilation hatches can be smaller depending on the airflow required.

Can I install a boat hatch myself?

Standard deck hatches with defined cutout dimensions are within the capability of an experienced DIYer with the right tools. Use marine-grade sealant on all contact surfaces and follow the manufacturer's installation instructions for fastener requirements. For offshore or structurally complex installations, professional fitting is advisable.

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