Harken Protexit Single Thru Deck Block 60 mm

HARKEN Protexit Single Thru Deck Block 60 mm | High-Performance Sailing Pulley

Elevate your boat´s performance and reliability with the HARKEN Protexit Single Thru Deck Block 60 mm, the definitive solution for high-demand sailing and racing. This essential piece of boat fitting hardware is engineered to conquer one of the most common points of failure on a competitive sailboat: halyard exit block wear.

When you race HARD, and you rip through as many hoists and douses as we do sailing W-L legs all the time, you should expect to start wearing through the sideplates of your halyard exit block right? Wrong! Thanks to Harken Protexit™ blocks, wear from side angle loading is not inevitable.

Protexit´s all-aluminum, wear-resistant housing carefully ushers line in and out no matter the angle.

There´s more:Protexit blocks offer higher working loads than any small boat exit blocks we´ve ever made.

Protexit aluminum sheaves rotate on sleeve bearings with Delrin® sideload balls so they don´t deform in extreme conditions, while reducing wear on the halyard, too.

Engineered with Harken´s innovative Protexit™ technology, this block features a unique, all-aluminum housing that completely encases the sheave. This robust design masterfully guides the line, ensuring a smooth entry and exit from any angle. The result is a dramatic reduction in chafe and the virtual elimination of wear on the block´s sideplates, a critical advantage during rapid maneuvers and under inconsistent side loads. Protect your investment in high-tech lines and extend the life of your deck hardware simultaneously.

Designed for the rigorous demands of modern sailing, this thru-deck block redefines strength in the Fitting subcategory. It boasts a significantly higher maximum working load than its counterparts, making it the ideal choice for high-tension halyards and control lines on performance dinghies, catamarans, and racing keelboats. As one of Harken´s most robust Pulleys in its class, it provides the confidence you need to push your vessel to its limits without fear of equipment failure.

The heart of this block´s exceptional performance lies in its internal mechanics. The 60 mm aluminum sheave operates on highly durable sleeve bearings, complemented by specialized sideload balls that prevent deformation even under extreme, off-axis loads. This sophisticated system not only ensures silky smooth rotation for fast and effortless hoists but also contributes to reducing friction and wear on the halyard itself. Whether you´re upgrading your current setup or outfitting a new racing machine, the HARKEN Protexit Thru Deck Block is the definitive choice for sailors who refuse to compromise on durability, efficiency, and performance.

Technical Specifications:

* Sheave Ø (mm): 60 mm
* Length (mm): 129 mm
* Weight (g): 179 g
* Maximum line Ø (mm): 12 mm
* Fasteners (mm): 6 FH mm
* Fastener spacing (mm): 105 mm
* A (mm): 24.3 mm
* B (mm): 84 mm
* Maximum working load (kg): 1200 kg
* Breaking load (kg): 2400 kg

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