RF62174: SERIES 60 RATCHET PIVOTING LOW LEAD BLOCK, SINGLE
Single Pivoting Low Lead Block with Ratchet
FEATURES
- Unrivalled 20:1 holding power.
- Dual-sided On-Off switch.
- Ability to operate On-Off switch under load.
- Low friction ball bearing system.
- Lightweight.
- Cheek cut-outs for easy bearing maintenance.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Sheave diameter (mm) 60
- B.L. (kg) 1370
- M.W.L. (kg) 250
- Max. Rope diameter (mm) 10
- Weight (g) 147
- Fastener Ø (mm) 5
- Notes: Requires 4 x 5mm (3/16) fasteners
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- The patented extruded hole design, in conjunction with the groove profile of the sheave, provides a more powerful grip than conventional designs - up to 20:1 holding power.
- Unrivalled low weight is achieved by the use of a Torlon® ratchet pawl, high-grade machined alloy sheave and black Acetal hubs and bearings.
- ON-OFF switching knob is fitted to both sides of the swivel blocks (one can be removed if desired).
- Ratchet blocks can be disassembled for sheave replacement with RF62000.
APPLICATIONS
- Mainsheet on powerful dinghies and skiffs
- Control line applications on larger yachts
- Spinnaker sheets on sportsboats and small keel boats (lateral lead blocks)
MATERIALS
- Ball bearings: High compression strength acetal
- Sheave and cheek plates: Anodised aluminium
- Ratchet pawl: High strength Torlon®