Barton Double Plain Swivel Block: 1 (30mm)

Barton Marine Double Swivel Pulley 350kg 8 Mm Silver 30 x 90 mm. Enhance your sailing experience with the BARTON MARINE Double Swivel Pulley. This robust 350kg, 8mm pulley, designed for dinghies and light yachts, offers superior control and efficiency. Its low-friction sheaves and integrated swivel head ensure smooth line handling, prevent twist, and provide optimal mechanical advantage for various rigging systems like vangs and outhauls. Built with durable, corrosion-resistant materials, it guarantees reliable performance in demanding marine conditions. Its compact, lightweight design makes it an ideal fitting for optimizing your boat´s equipment and achieving peak sailing performance. BARTON MARINE Double Swivel Pulley 350kg 8 mmCategory: Boats and equipmentSubcategory: Fitting---Experience superior control and performance on the water with the BARTON MARINE Double Swivel Pulley, a cornerstone of efficient rigging for dinghies, dayboats, and light cruising yachts. Engineered for reliability and precision, this Series 1 double block is designed to significantly reduce friction in your control lines, allowing for smoother, more responsive adjustments. Whether you are fine-tuning your sail shape or managing high-load lines, this pulley provides the mechanical advantage and effortless operation you need to sail at your best. Its robust construction ensures it can withstand the demanding and corrosive marine environment, offering season after season of dependable service.The compact and lightweight design of this double swivel pulley makes it an ideal choice where space and weight are critical considerations. Its minimal footprint does not compromise on strength, delivering an impressive safe working load for its size. This makes it a versatile component for a wide array of onboard applications, from complex vang systems to simple sheet leads.Key Benefits:* Effortless Line Handling: Featuring two precision-moulded, low-friction sheaves, this block ensures your ropes run smoothly with minimal effort, even under significant load. This allows for quick and precise trimming of sails and control lines.* Enhanced Versatility: The integrated swivel head is a critical feature that prevents line twist and ensures the block always aligns correctly with the load. This is essential for maintaining efficiency in dynamic systems like mainsheets, vangs, and spinnaker controls.* Optimized Mechanical Advantage: As a double block, it is perfect for creating powerful 2:1 or 3:1 purchase systems. This multiplies your pulling force, making it easier to manage high-tension lines such as cunninghams, outhauls, and backstays on smaller vessels.* Durable and Seaworthy: Built to endure the rigors of saltwater, sun, and spray, this pulley is constructed from high-quality, corrosion-resistant components. Its durable build guarantees long-lasting performance and safety on board.* Compact and Lightweight: Engineered for high performance without adding unnecessary weight, this block is perfect for racing dinghies and performance-oriented sailors who count every gram.Main Features:* Double Sheave Configuration: Two parallel sheaves allow for the creation of effective purchase systems, reducing the effort required to handle lines.* Free-Swiveling Head: The swivel shackle ensures the block remains correctly oriented to the line, preventing twists and maintaining optimal efficiency.* High-Performance Sheaves: The sheaves are designed for smooth operation with modern ropes, minimizing friction and wear on your lines.* Robust and Compact Body: A strong, streamlined housing protects the internal components while maintaining a low profile on deck or rigging.Technical Specifications:* Product Type: Double Swivel Pulleys* Block Configuration: DOUBLE BLOCK - SWIVEL* Sheave Size: 30 mm x 12 mm* Maximum Rope Diameter: Ø 8 mm* Safe Working Load (SWL): 355 kg* Break Load: 710 kg* Overall Length: 73 mmThis BARTON MARINE Double Swivel Pulley is an essential piece of fitting for any sailor looking to upgrade their boat´s equipment. It is perfectly suited for applications such as vangs, cunninghams, outhauls, halyard leads, bridle systems, and general-purpose tackles where reliability and low friction are paramount. Upgrade your rigging with this high-quality block and feel the difference in control and performance. tradeinn Waveinn