Harken 1549 3" 76mm Single Midrange Hexaratchet Classic Block

HARKEN 1549 Single Midrange Hexaratchet® Block - 76mmHexaratchet® blocks are lightweight, strong, and run exclusively on ball bearings for fast trimming under any load.Midrange Hexaratchet® blocks grip loaded sheets, yet allow line to be eased and trimmed quickly with complete control. A switch on the side engages and disengages the ratchet mechanism. The shackle can lock in either direction or can swivel to keep line from twisting. These ratchets feature Hard Lube-anodized, PTFE-impregnated eight-sided sheaves machined from solid aluminum for strength and corrosion resistance. Their free-rolling Delrin® ball bearings, sheave, and side plates are UV-stabilized with carbon-black additive for maximum protection. High-strength stainless steel straps reinforce blocks. (Delrin® is a registered trademark of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company or its affiliates.)Use for: Mainsheets Tackles Jib-spinnaker sheets Specifications: Sheave Diameter - 3" (76mm) Max Line Diameter - 9/16" (14mm) Sh