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 The Plastimo 66691 is a high-performance lightweight block, crafted in England with a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates. Its sleek slate grey design suits modern boats, and recent upgrades enhance its endurance, strength, and weather resistance. Key specifications include a break load of 710 kg, a safe working load of 355 kg, an 8 mm rope diameter, and a weight of 89 grams.
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€ 44,80
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66692 is a durable, high-performance block designed to enhance strength and efficiency for modern boats. Manufactured in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates and a sleek slate grey exterior. Its updated design offers improved endurance, higher load ratings, and better weathering protection. Specifications include a break load of 740 kg, a safe working load of 370 kg, an 8 mm rope diameter, and a weight of 108 grams.
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€ 58,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66693 Plain Triple Swiveling Block is a lightweight, high-performance accessory designed for modern boats. Manufactured in England by Barton, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates, offering a sleek slate grey exterior. Enhanced for greater endurance, it has a break load of 800 kg and a safe working load of 400 kg, with a 10 mm rope diameter and friction sheave dimensions of 13 x Ø 45 mm. The block measures 100 mm in length and weighs 162 grams.
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€ 68,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66694 is a lightweight, high-performance block designed for modern boats. Manufactured in England, it features a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates, with a sleek slate grey exterior. Recent updates enhance its strength, endurance, and weather resistance. It supports a break load of 1,500 kg and a safe working load of 750 kg, accommodates a 12 mm rope, and weighs 490 grams.
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€ 105,51
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66695 Ball Triple Swiveling block offers a lightweight, durable solution for modern boats, featuring a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates and a sleek slate grey design. Manufactured in England, it enhances performance with improved endurance, load ratings, and weather resistance. Key specs include a break load of 710 kg, a safe working load of 245 kg, an 8 mm rope diameter, and a weight of 90 grams.
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€ 65,21
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66696 Ball Triple Swiveling Size 2 block is a high-performance, lightweight component designed to enhance strength and efficiency. Made in England, it features a stainless steel frame inside glass fibre side plates with a sleek slate grey finish. The block offers a break load of 740 kg, a safe working load of 260 kg, and accommodates an 8 mm rope. It measures 80 mm in length, weighs 105 grams, and includes ball bearings with sheave dimensions of 11 x Ø 35 mm.
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€ 65,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66697 Ball Triple Swiveling Block is a high-performance, lightweight marine block featuring a stainless steel frame within glass fibre side plates. Made in England, it boasts a dark slate grey exterior and sleek design. With a break load of 800 kg, a safe working load of 270 kg, and a weight of just 165 grams, it supports a 10 mm rope and offers improved endurance, strength, and weather resistance, making it an ideal choice for modern boats.
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€ 88,97
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66698 Ball Triple Swiveling Block by Barton features a durable stainless steel frame within sleek glass fibre side plates, finished in a stylish slate grey. Made in England, this block combines lightweight design with enhanced strength and weather resistance. It boasts a break load of 1,500 kg, a safe working load of 525 kg, and accommodates a 12 mm rope. Measuring 150 mm in length and weighing 475 grams, it includes ball bearings and sheave dimensions of 17 x Ø 54 mm.
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€ 113,91
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66699, a versatile Plain Triple Swivel Becket S1 designed for optimum performance. Crafted to accommodate a rope diameter of 8mm, this innovative sailing accessory ensures reliability and functionality for a seamless maritime experience.
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€ 53,29
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Plastimo 66700 - Plain Triple Swiveling Becket Size 2 is a lightweight block designed by Barton to improve strength and performance. Manufactured in England, these blocks feature a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates. With a sleek slate grey exterior, they offer improved endurance, greater load ratings, and weathering protection. The specifications include a break load of 740, a safe working load of 370 kg, an 8 mm rope diameter, a length of 91 mm, and sheave dimensions of 11 x Ø 35 mm. The model is Barton N02331.
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€ 63,52
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66701 - Plain Triple Swiveling Becket Size 3, part of our comprehensive range of lightweight blocks engineered for improved strength and performance. These Barton blocks are proudly made in England with a sleek and modern design, featuring a stainless steel frame and durable glass fibre side plates for increased endurance and load capacity. Perfect for any sailing adventure, these blocks offer superior weathering protection and a sophisticated slate grey exterior.
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€ 75,88
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66702 - Plain Triple Swiveling Becket, part of our comprehensive range of lightweight blocks designed for improved strength and performance. Manufactured in England, these Barton blocks feature a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates with a sleek and modern design. With modifications for increased endurance and strength, they offer greater load ratings and weathering protection.
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€ 111,86
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Plastimo 66703 is a comprehensive range of lightweight blocks designed for improved strength and performance. Manufactured in England, these Barton blocks feature a stainless steel frame and sleek slate grey exterior. With recent modifications for increased endurance and load ratings, they are the perfect choice for modern boats.
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€ 71,06
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66704 - Ball Triple Swiveling Becket Size 2, a comprehensive range of lightweight blocks engineered for improved strength and performance. These blocks are manufactured in England by Barton and feature a sleek and smooth slate grey exterior. Recent modifications have increased endurance and strength, with improved load ratings and weathering protection.
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€ 69,53
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Barton blocks are part of a comprehensive range of lightweight blocks designed to improve strength and performance. These blocks are manufactured in England and feature a stainless steel frame inside glass fibre side plates, with a sleek and modern design. Recent modifications have increased their endurance and strength, with higher load ratings and improved weathering protection.
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€ 81,05
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66706 - Ball Triple Swiveling Becket Size 5, a lightweight and durable block engineered to improve strength and performance on modern boats. Made in England with a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates, these blocks have been recently modified for increased endurance and load ratings. With a sleek slate grey exterior and smooth design, the Plastimo 66706 is the perfect addition to any boat.
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€ 122,92
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66707 - Plain Triple Fixed Eye Size 1, a comprehensive range of lightweight blocks engineered to improve strength and performance. These Barton blocks are proudly manufactured in England and incorporate a stainless steel frame inside glass fibre side plates, with a sleek and smooth design in a darker, richer slate grey exterior. With the latest modifications, they offer improved endurance and strength, higher load ratings, and better weathering protection.
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€ 28,31
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Barton blocks are known for their superior strength and performance. Made in England with a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates, these blocks are designed for modern boats. With improved endurance and load ratings, they offer maximum protection against weathering. The Plastimo 66708 - Plain Triple Fixed Eye Size 2 is a must-have for any sailing enthusiast.
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€ 45,26
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66709 - the newest addition to our high-performance sailing blocks collection. Engineered in England with a stainless steel frame and glass fibre side plates, these lightweight blocks provide improved strength and endurance. The sleek and modern design, with a darker slate grey exterior, adds a touch of elegance to any boat.
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€ 43,97
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Plastimo 66711 - Ball Triple Fixed Eye Size 1, a comprehensive range of lightweight blocks designed to enhance strength and performance. Proudly manufactured in England, these Barton blocks feature a sleek and smooth design in a darker, richer slate grey exterior. With new modifications, they offer improved endurance and strength, with greater load ratings and weathering protection.
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€ 50,61
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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.