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Barton 60451 – High Load Low Friction Eye 12mm, Hard Anodised Aluminium, Bore 12mm, Max Rope 6mm
The Barton 60451 High Load Eye is a lightweight and efficient low friction line guide designed for medium diameter rope applications. Featuring a 12 mm bore, it provides smooth rope movement with minimal resistance and wear.
Manufactured from marine-grade aluminium with HV500 hard anodised finish, this eye offers outstanding durability, corrosion resistance, and extremely low friction properties. Its ergonomic profile maximises strength while reducing weight, making it ideal for modern performance rigging setups.
Key Features
- Low friction eye for medium-load and performance applications
- HV500 hard anodised aluminium for superior wear resistance
- No moving parts – maintenance-free operation
- Optimised curved profile to minimise friction
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio
Technical Specifications
Part Number 60451 Product Type High Load Low Friction Eye Bore Diameter 12 mm Internal Diameter 6 mm External Diameter 26 mm Max Rope Diameter 6 mm (15/64") Safe Working Load (SWL) 800 kg (1763 lbs) Weight 5 g Dimensions 26 × 26 × 11 mm Material Hard anodised aluminium (HV500)
Applications
- Lazy jacks and control lines
- Genoa barber haulers and tweakers
- Mast base organisation systems
- Performance sailing and lightweight rigging
According to the Barton specification, this range provides significantly increased strength and reduced weight compared to traditional blocks, while maintaining extremely low friction performance :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
The Barton high load eyes are engineered for maximum efficiency, durability, and minimal friction, making them ideal for modern sailing systems.
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