Specs
29mm Single Bullet Block
| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Ball Bearings | Delrin |
| Becket | No Becket |
| Diameter | 5/16 Inch |
| Direction | Any |
| Integral Cleat | No Integral Cleat |
| Length | 2 Inches |
| Mount Type | Fixed Lashing Eye |
| Ratchet | Non Ratcheting |
| Safe Working Load | 300 Pounds |
| Sheave Diameter | 29 mm |
| Type | Single |
| Weight | 1 Ounce |
Product Overview
The Harken 082 29mm Single Bullet Block is a simple, classic and reliable workhorse found on sailboats of all sizes.
Harken designed their low-friction Bullet Blocks to lead control lines aft, but these truly Classic blocks can be found in an endless variety of applications. They are compact and lightweight, with free-running ball bearings that roll on flat races with minimal friction. They deliver dependable fast trim and release under high or low loads.
A range of styles lets these blocks adapt to almost all control line applications. Ideal for cunninghams, vangs, outhauls, traveler controls, spinnaker controls, barberhaulers, etc.
Key Features
- Extremely popular single block found on sailboats of all sizes
- Integrated "loop top" shackle minimizes block length for purchase power in limited space
- Used on many types of control systems
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel straps reinforce these blocks
- Ball bearings, sheave and sideplates are UV stabilized
- Fast trim and release under load: Free-running ball bearings roll on flat races with minimal friction
- Sheave Diameter: 1 1/8" (29 mm)
- Max. Line Diameter: 5/16" (8 mm)
- Max. Working Load (MWL): 300 lb. (136 kg)
- Breaking Load: 2000 lb. (907 kg)
- Weight: 1.0 oz. (28 g)
- Length: 2" (51 mm)
Advice
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