Sailboat blocks, or pulleys, are essential hardware for managing sailboat rigging systems. Designed to handle the tension of sails and lines, these blocks feature components like sheaves, bearings, and swivels for smooth operation.
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66670 - Ball Double Swiveling + Becket Size 4-5, a comprehensive range of lightweight blocks engineered for strength and performance. Manufactured in England, these Barton blocks feature a stainless steel frame, glass fibre side plates, and a sleek slate grey exterior. With improved endurance and load ratings, they offer reliable performance and weathering protection, making them an ideal choice for modern boats.
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€ 101,55
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT This product belongs to a comprehensive range of lightweight blocks engineered to improve strength and performance. The Barton blocks are made in England and feature a stainless steel frame inside glass fibre side plates. With a sleek and smooth slate grey exterior, these blocks offer improved endurance, strength, and weathering protection. Key specifications include a break load of 710, a safe working load of 355 kg, a rope diameter of 8 mm, a length of 55 mm, and a sheave with friction.
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€ 28,03
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66672 is a high-performance, lightweight block designed to enhance sailing strength and efficiency. Manufactured in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates and a sleek slate grey finish. Recent enhancements have improved endurance, strength, load ratings, and weather resistance. Specifications include a break load of 740 kg, a safe working load of 370 kg, an 8 mm rope diameter, a length of 65 mm, and a weight of 76 grams.
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€ 31,59
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66673 - Plain Double Fixed Eye Size 3 is a top-tier, lightweight block designed to boost strength and performance. Manufactured in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates and a sleek slate grey finish. Recent upgrades enhance durability, load ratings, and weather resistance. Key specs include a break load of 800 kg, a SWL of 400 kg, a rope diameter of 10 mm, an 80 mm length, a weight of 111 grams, and friction sheaves with dimensions of 13 x Ø 45 mm.
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€ 39,03
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Plastimo 66674 - Plain Double Fixed Eye Size 4-5 is a high-performance, lightweight block designed to enhance strength and endurance. Manufactured in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates and a sleek slate grey exterior. Recent modifications improve its load ratings and weather protection. Key specifications include a break load of 1,500 kg, a safe working load of 750 kg, a rope diameter of 12 mm, a length of 121 mm, a weight of 274 grams, and friction sheave dimensions of 17 x Ø 54 mm.
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€ 57,82
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Plastimo 66675 is a lightweight block designed to enhance strength and performance, featuring a stainless steel frame within glass fiber side plates and a sleek slate grey exterior. Manufactured in England, recent modifications improve endurance, load ratings, and weather protection. Key specifications include a break load of 710 kg, a safe working load of 245 kg, an 8 mm rope diameter, a 55 mm length, a weight of 60 grams, and ball bearing sheaves with dimensions of 12 x Ø 30 mm.
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€ 38,81
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Plastimo 66676, a Ball Double Fixed Eye Size 2 block, is engineered for enhanced strength and performance with a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates, featuring a sleek slate grey exterior. Manufactured in England, it offers improved endurance, greater load ratings, and weathering protection. Specifications include a break load of 740 kg, SWL of 260 kg, 8 mm rope diameter, 65 mm length, 74 grams weight, and ball bearing sheaves with dimensions of 11 x Ø 35 mm.
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€ 48,83
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66677 Ball Double Fixed Eye Block, manufactured in England by Barton, combines a stainless steel frame with glass fibre side plates for enhanced strength and performance. Featuring a sleek slate grey exterior, this block offers improved endurance and weathering protection. It has a break load of 800 kg, a safe working load of 270 kg, and accommodates a 10 mm rope diameter. With a length of 80 mm and a weight of 114 grams, it includes ball bearings and has sheave dimensions of 13 x Ø 45 mm.
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€ 51,47
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66678 Ball Double Fixed Eye Size 4-5 is a high-performance block designed for modern boats. Made in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates, offering a sleek slate grey finish. Recent upgrades improve its endurance, strength, and weather resistance, with a break load of 1,500 kg, a safe working load of 525 kg, and a weight of 247 grams. It accommodates a 12 mm rope diameter and includes ball bearings for smooth operation.
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€ 78,44
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66679 Plain Double Fixed Eye Becket is a high-performance, lightweight block designed for modern boats. Manufactured in England with a stainless steel frame and glass fiber side plates, it features a sleek slate grey exterior. The updated design enhances strength, endurance, and weather resistance, making it a reliable choice with a break load of 710 kg, a safe working load of 355 kg, and suitable for ropes up to 8 mm in diameter.
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€ 33,10
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Discover the Plastimo 66680 - Plain Double Fixed Eye Becket, Size 2, a robust and versatile marine accessory. Engineered for durability and performance, this innovative product features a double fixed eye becket, providing enhanced functionality for various marine applications. The Size 2 configuration ensures compatibility with different setups, making it a valuable addition to your marine equipment. Crafted with precision, the Plain Double Fixed Eye Becket is designed to withstand the challenges of the marine environment, offering sailors and maritime enthusiasts a reliable solution to enhance rigging efficiency.
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€ 36,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66681 Plain Double Fixed Eye Becket Size 3 is a high-performance block designed for modern boats, combining a stainless steel frame with glass fibre side plates for durability and a sleek slate grey finish. It features an improved load rating with a break load of 800 kg and a safe working load of 400 kg, accommodating a 10 mm rope diameter and weighing just 119 grams. The block's dimensions are 92 mm in length with sheave dimensions of 13 x Ø 45 mm.
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€ 44,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66682 is a high-performance, lightweight block designed for modern boats. It features a stainless steel frame within glass fiber side plates, providing enhanced strength and durability. With a break load of 1,500 kg, a safe working load of 750 kg, and a rope diameter of 12 mm, it offers superior endurance and weather resistance. Weighing just 274 grams and equipped with friction sheaves, it combines sleek design with functionality.
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€ 63,43
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66684 Ball Double Fixed Eye Becket Size 2 is engineered for modern boats with a sleek design and enhanced durability. Featuring a stainless steel frame within glass fiber side plates, it offers improved strength and load ratings, and superior weather resistance. Key specifications include a 740 kg break load, a 260 kg safe working load, an 8 mm rope diameter, and a weight of 82 grams.
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€ 49,90
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66685 Ball Double Fixed Eye Becket Size 3 is a high-performance, lightweight block designed to enhance strength and efficiency. Manufactured in England by Barton, it features a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates with a sleek slate grey finish. Recent upgrades offer increased endurance and load ratings, with a break load of 800 kg and a safe working load of 270 kg. It accommodates a 10 mm rope and weighs just 122 grams.
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€ 63,05
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66686 Ball Double Fixed Eye Becket is a high-performance, lightweight block designed for modern boats. Made in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates, with a sleek slate grey finish. The block has a break load of 1,500 kg, a safe working load of 525 kg, and supports a rope diameter of 12 mm. It measures 125 mm in length, weighs 247 grams, and includes ball bearings with sheave dimensions of 17 x Ø 54 mm.
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€ 80,82
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66687 block is engineered for exceptional strength and performance, featuring a stainless steel frame within durable glass fibre side plates. Its sleek slate grey design suits modern boats and offers enhanced endurance, load capacity, and weather resistance. With a break load of 710 kg, a safe working load of 355 kg, and a weight of 89 grams, this block is designed for reliability and efficiency in demanding conditions.
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€ 38,39
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66688 Plain Double Upright Size 2 is a lightweight and durable block designed to enhance sailing performance. Made in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates, a slate grey exterior, and a sleek design suitable for modern boats. With improved endurance, strength, and load ratings, it offers excellent weathering protection. Specifications include a 740 kg break load, 370 kg safe working load, 8 mm rope diameter, 63 mm length, and a weight of 110 grams. The sheave dimensions are 11 x Ø 35 mm.
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€ 44,24
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66689 Plain Double Upright Size 3 is a lightweight, high-performance block designed for modern boats. Featuring a stainless steel frame inside glass fibre side plates with a sleek slate grey exterior, it offers enhanced strength, endurance, and weather resistance. It supports a break load of 800 kg and a safe working load of 400 kg, accommodates a 10 mm rope, and has a sheave dimension of 13 x Ø 45 mm. Weighing 171 grams, it is both durable and efficient.
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€ 53,46
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66690 block combines lightweight design with enhanced durability and strength, featuring a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates and a sleek slate grey exterior. Engineered in England by Barton, this block offers improved load ratings and weather resistance, with specifications including a 1,500 kg break load, 750 kg safe working load, and a rope diameter of 12 mm. The model, weighing 318 grams, has friction sheaves and dimensions of 17 x Ø 54 mm.
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€ 90,52
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How does a swivel in a sailboat block enhance line movement and reduce tangles?
A swivel in a sailboat block enhances line movement by allowing the block to rotate freely, aligning with the direction of the load and minimizing friction. This design reduces tangles and twists in the lines, especially in dynamic sailing conditions. Swivels are particularly useful for applications requiring smooth, consistent line adjustment, such as in vangs or boom configurations.
A variety of sailing blocks, including those with ball bearings and cheek designs, provide optimal solutions for specific rigging needs. Ball bearing blocks reduce friction and enhance load management, making them ideal for high-performance sailing. Cheek blocks, mounted directly on a surface, are perfect for guiding lines along a fixed path.
What is the role of a fiddle block with a becket in sailboat rigging?
A fiddle block with a becket plays a key role in sailboat rigging by providing a mechanical advantage for managing sails and lines. The fiddle design features two sheaves of different sizes, optimizing load distribution, while the becket serves as an anchor point for a fixed line end. This configuration is ideal for systems requiring precision, such as mainsheet adjustments or boom vangs, ensuring smooth operation and efficient sail control.
For advanced rigging setups, blocks and pulleys such 40mm orbit blocks offer superior performance for various sailboat applications. Small boat blocks are designed for lightweight efficiency, making them ideal for dinghies and keelboats. Accessories like ratchet blocks provide enhanced line control, while universal head options and stand-up mounts ensure adaptability for diverse deck configurations. These premium solutions cater to sailors requiring high load capacity, precision, and reliability in marine pulleys and hardware.
What is the purpose of a sheave in a sailboat block, and how does its size impact performance?
The sheave in a sailboat block is a rotating component designed to guide and support lines, allowing smooth and efficient movement while reducing wear on the rope. Its size impacts performance by determining the line diameter it can accommodate and influencing the mechanical advantage—larger sheaves reduce friction and handle higher loads more effectively. High-quality options enhance low friction and durability for demanding sailing applications.