For over 25 years Pacific Bay has endeavored to become the leading supplier of rod components for the sports fishing industry. Now with worldwide recognition, Pacific Bay International continues this tradition of combining value with quality craftsmanship.
Ring type
Code
Description
minima 4
4X - Hard
Chrome
4C - TiCH
Double-swaged into guide frame, this SS304 ring offers slim profile and light weight compared with
conventional ceramic rings.
minima 3
3N- TiGolds
Single-swaged into guide frame, this SS304 ring offers slim profile and light weight compared with
conventional ceramic rings and contrasting ring and frame finishes.
PACBAY 4 Stainless Steel
Various
Standard in selected boat guides and tops. Infused with chromium and nickel, our stainless steel rings
are also Super Hard Chromed to ensure wear resistance. Also available with various PVD coatings.
Tungsten Carbide
B
These extremely groove resistant Tungsten Carbide alloy rings, combined with their resistance to the
corrosive effects of saltwater, make our CSB & CSBB guides and CSBT tops an ideal choice for Wire Line
boat rods. They are also the guides and tops of choice to withstand the continuous back and forth abrasion
found in downrigger and wire line trolling situations.
Agate
AG
Made of natural agate, each of these rings exhibit unique natural coloration and when paired with nickel
silver frame, they are the perfect complement for a classic fly rod. Its hardness and ability to resist acids
will ensure lasting beauty.
Silicon Carbide
(SiC)
S
Our top of the line ceramic ring. Diamond polished to the smoothest surface among all ceramic materials,
SiC provides the ultimate in abrasion, corrosion, and thermal shock resistance, a performance plus
on any rod where line speed, friction, and heat build-up are at the maximum.
Zirconia
Z
N - TiGold
C - TiCH
B - TiBLUE
Zirconia has similar qualities to our popular SiC rings and also presents the ideal surface for applying an
incredibly smooth PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) finish to create one of the most durable and beautiful
guides and tip tops ever offered to rod builders. Our PVD coating process provides a low friction
surface that actually becomes a part of the ring material making it a perfect choice for today’s braided
lines.
Hialoy
H
The hardest grade of Aluminum Oxide available. Strength and durability allows mounting without a
shock ring for less weight and more efficient heat dissipation. Hialoy has become the most popular
choice of rod manufacturers. Hialoy rings will provide many years of service in all salt and freshwater
applications, making them an ideal choice for any rod.
Aluminum Oxide
A
Diamond polished to a rich black surface, Aluminum Oxide is one of the first ceramic rings to widely
popularize guides with ring inserts. It's strength and durability allows mounting without a shock ring.
They have been utilized by rod builders for decades and are still available today.
Titanium Oxide
T
Our most affordable selection. Diamond polished to a smooth surface with strength and durability that
allows mounting without a shock ring. The traditional Titanium Oxide rings have been an industry standard
of rod manufacturers for years.
