57mm Carbo Ratchamatic Flip Flop Block

Product description

Small Boat Flip-Flop blocks pivot around the line axis to keep the line close to the deck. Hinged construction allows for various lead angles.

Lightweight, machined 6061-T6 aluminum cheeks pivot on fiber-reinforced plastic chocks. Sheave runs exclusively on a ball bearing system for fast trim and release under any load. Ball bearings, sheave, and sideplates are UV-stabilized with carbon black for maximum protection.

Ratchamatic block versions roll freely in both directions under low loads and automatically engage a ratchet mechanism as loads increase, giving sailors a holding power of up to 15:1. The ratchet engagement can be adjusted to a higher or lower load depending on the sailor’s strength, sailing style and system usage.

Specifications:

• Sheave Ø 57 mm | 2-1/4 in
• Length 110 mm | 4-5/16 in
• Width 50 mm | 2 in
• Height 67 mm | 2-5/8 in
• Weight 156 g | 5.5 oz
• Maximum line Ø 10 mm | 3/8 in
• Maximum working load 227 kg | 500 lb
• Breaking load 454 kg | 1000 lb