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Barton Marine | SKU:
EM-99724
Barton Marine Ratchet Block - 55mm [90500]
Sale price
$118.23
Regular price
$131.37
Unit price
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Refund & Return Policy
Returns are accepted within 30 days after shipment. To be eligible for a return, items must be unused, uninstalled, and in their original packaging, and proof of purchase is required. The following items are not eligible for return: Installed or used products, clearance or final-sale items, trolling motors, programmed AIS units, KVH Starlink products that are registered or opened, special-order products, or products displaying the notice “This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.” in their description. Opened or unsealed DVDs, CDs, or cartography (unless defective) are not eligible for return. Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) numbers are required for all returns. Learn more.
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Shipping Policy
Egret Marine ships marine parts and accessories within the contiguous United States only. Orders are typically processed same day if placed before 3pm CST, excluding weekends and holidays. Learn more.
Product Details
Ratchet Block - 55mm
The Barton Ratchet Block is designed to be used on mainsheet systems and spinnaker sheets on dinghies and keelboats and for small yachts up to 30 feet.
Combining high-performance engineering and contemporary design, the 2-3/16" (55 mm) ratchet block is the first in a planned range of sizes, it also offers a stainless steel lever that locks the swivel head if desired.
The new Ratchet Block allows sailors to easily handhold loaded lines and offer a balance between holding power and controlled easing.
Designed for low friction and longevity in harsh marine environments, the Ratchet Block body is manufactured from a composite of high-density nylon and glass fiber reinforced polymer with a high level of UV protection. Internal components are of marine grade 316 stainless steel and the 12 faced aluminum sheave is anodized in gunmetal silver
Technical Specifications:
- Safe Working Load - 661 lb (300 kg)
- Breaking Load - 2,646 lb (1,200 kg)
- Maximum Rope Diameter - 3/8" (10 mm)
- Weight - 4.8 oz (135 grams)
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