Ball Bearing

RF48109

Series 40 Ball Bearing Orbit Block™, Lashing Snatch Block

Lashing block with single sheave and rotating cheeks for snatch block functionality.

FEATURES

2-stage ball bearing system.

Integrated becket.

RF48109 & RF48109HL can be opened and used as a snatch block.

Specifications

Product Specifications
Type of BlockSingle, Snatch
B.L. (kg)800
M.W.L. (kg)400
Max. Rope diameter (mm)10
Weight (g)47
Notes:This product features a rotating cheek for snatch block option. Can also be lashed closed if not required. See user instructions. Please note BL of DSH-4GRY soft shackle is 500kg, less than the RF48109.

PERFORMANCE MEETS RELIABILITY

The new Series 40 ball bearing Orbit Blocks™ provide the perfect balance of strength, performance, and reliability. They offer class-leading dynamic and static load ratings, the highest available in this size of performance blocks. Lightweight and strong toughened glass fibre reinforced nylon cheeks replace stainless steel straps used in traditional utility blocks - the perfect balance of performance and reliability.

As well as traditional single swivel blocks, the range also includes single and double sheave lashing or soft attachment options through to multiple sheave blocks including those with quad and quin sheaves. The range is extremely versatile allowing a multitude of possible systems right up to a 12:1 purchase mainsheet system for off-the-beach performance catamarans.

Series 40 Orbit Blocks™ are fitted with our carbon reinforced C-Cleat™ for secure rope holding with low entry and exit efforts, and fairleads for fast action from any angle. Cleat arms are made from stainless steel and are adjustable for setting to your preferred cleating angle.

 

Ball Bearing versions incorporate our 2-stage bearing system using ball bearings to minimise friction and a secondary full-contact bearing to maintain low friction across the full working load range.

High Load versions are designed specifically for any application where high dynamic or static loads are expected. They feature a high strength grade 2205 stainless steel sheave & hub together with a triple bearing race to maintain low friction at very high loads.

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Technical Information

Applications

Mainsheet systems and spinnaker sheets on dinghies, off-the-beach catamarans and sportsboats to 8m (26ft).

Halyard, vang and backstay applications on boats to 9m (30ft).

Control line applications on larger yachts.

 

Materials

  • Sheave and Ball Bearings: High compression strength acetal.
  • Frame/cheeks: Toughened, glass fibre reinforced nylon.

 

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