Harken Blocks are essential components for sailboats, designed to handle loaded control lines with efficiency and precision. These boat blocks, including small boat blocks and ratchet blocks, come in various configurations to suit different sailing nee
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 9301 double fairlead serves boats 6–15 meters, providing a shallow-angle line deflection with durable yet lightweight anodized aluminum construction.
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$ 141.43
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 9302 triple fairlead is built for boats 6–15 meters, offering strong shallow-angle line guidance with anodized aluminum construction that reduces friction and ensures durability.
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$ 223.70
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 9303 quadruple fairlead accommodates boats 6–15 meters, combining lightweight anodized aluminum with smooth, radiused center holes to minimize line wear while providing reliable line guidance.
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$ 238.12
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 9304 five-hole fairlead is suitable for boats 6–15 meters, guiding lines at shallow angles with a durable, lightweight anodized aluminum design and radiused holes that extend line life.
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$ 285.77
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 9305 six-hole fairlead provides extended shallow-angle line guidance for boats 6–15 meters, featuring lightweight anodized aluminum construction with smooth, radiused holes and high load capacity.
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$ 356.47
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 944 halyard restrainer prevents the halyard from wrapping around the foil, ensuring precise alignment and reliable performance on boats where the swivel is positioned away from the masthead.
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$ 145.77
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 945 halyard restrainer supports larger lines on boats with swivels not near the masthead, preventing halyard twisting with a robust design for heavier loads.
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$ 190.50
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 947 sail prefeeder facilitates fast and smooth sail prefeeding on racing foils or furling systems, offering lightweight and effective performance in all conditions.
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$ 40.04
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken fairlead cover plate for models 088 and 106 protects and streamlines the fairlead, providing durability and a precise fit to ensure smooth line operation.
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$ 147.21
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken pawl for winches is an essential component that maintains precise engagement and prevents slippage, ensuring safe and reliable winch operation.
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$ 6.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken spring for the pawl maintains consistent tension and optimal functionality, offering durable performance under repeated use for winch mechanisms.
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$ 0.87
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken B6A is a compact, single-speed plain-top winch made from aluminum, featuring Delrin® bearing sleeves for smooth operation and manual power handling, ideal for precise line control on various sailing vessels.
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$ 233.04
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken B8A is a single-speed plain-top aluminum winch with Delrin® bearing sleeves, designed to handle heavier loads while ensuring smooth, reliable manual operation for demanding sailing applications.
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$ 343.48
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken A74133700 is a high-performance composite roller bearing that minimizes friction under heavy loads, featuring a snap-fit design that keeps the bearing secure during maintenance.
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$ 41.86
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken A94134900 is a lightweight composite skirt for 50 radial winches, allowing easy one-person installation and removal without taking off the drum, compatible with models 50.2STA and 50.2STC.
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$ 40.40
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken A94141400 is a composite skirt for 40 radial winches, designed for quick installation and removal with a snap-off feature at the winch base, compatible with models 40.2STA and 40.2STC.
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$ 31.03
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken Decoder Box DSS Switch is a component for DSS switches, providing precise control and reliable performance in digital switching systems.
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$ 219.37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken BK4514 Winch Service Case provides a complete set of essential components including pawls, springs, pawl oil, winch grease, a handle repair kit, and stickers, designed to keep Radial, Performa, Classic, and custom/racing winches in optimal working condition.
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$ 133.35
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken BK4515 10mm Racing Winch Service Kit contains 10 pawls and 20 springs, weighing 110.6 g, and is recommended for regular servicing to maintain performance of Radial, Performa, and custom/racing winches, particularly in saltwater or racing conditions.
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$ 720.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken BK4516 8mm Racing Winch Service Kit includes 10 pawls and 20 springs, weighing 808 g, and supports consistent maintenance of Radial, Performa, and custom/racing winches by allowing frequent inspection of pawls, springs, bearings, gears, and spindles.
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$ 97.67
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What are the key features of a Harken Element Block and how is it used in sailing?
Harken Element Blocks are designed with durability and performance in mind, featuring a combination of aluminum side plates and composite sheaves. These blocks are ideal for a variety of sailing applications, from halyards to control lines. Their bearing system ensures smooth operation under both high and low loads, making them suitable for fast trim and release. Available in various configurations such as single block, fiddle block, and snatch block, they cater to the diverse needs of sailors.
The 16mm Micro Block is perfect for light load applications on small sailboats, while the 75mm Carbo Block is better suited for handling larger loads on bigger boats. Harken’s selection of blocks, including the Element Fiddle and Carbo Fiddle Block, are considered some of the best in the industry, providing reliable performance for both cruising and racing scenarios.
How does a fiddle block differ from a single block in terms of functionality
A fiddle block differs from a single block in that it has two sheaves, allowing it to manage more complex rigging setups and offer greater mechanical advantage. This makes it ideal for applications where precise trimming and efficient release under high or low loads are required. Fiddle blocks, like the 16 mm and bullet blocks in Harken's selection of sailboat blocks, are essential for leading control lines aft and ensuring smooth operation in various sailing conditions.
How does a micro block differ from a standard block in terms of usage on a sailboat?
A micro block differs from a standard block in terms of size and weight, making it ideal for applications where space and weight savings are crucial. Classic blocks, such as those in the selection of Harken blocks, include micro blocks designed for smooth and efficient trim and release under high loads. These compact blocks, like the triple carbo, are made with high-quality materials to ensure durability and performance, making them some of the best blocks available in Harken hardware.