Big Boat sheaves are available for special applications as well as for replacement sheaves in Big Boat blocks. Made of Hardkote-anodized, Teflon-impregnated 6061-T6 aluminum, sheaves feature Torlon® rollers to carry high radial loads and carbon-black Delrin® balls to support sideloads and provide UV protection. Select sheaves based on load-carrying capability.
Installation requires clamping or securing inner race.
Use for:
Mainsheets
Spinnaker sheets
Afterguy/foreguy
Footblocks
- Sheave Dia.: 3"
- Width: 7/8"
- Center Hole Dia.: 3/8"
- Max. Working Load: 4950lb.
- Breaking Load: 9900lb.
Product Specs
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