RONSTAN 20mm Ball Bearing Utility Block - Upright Lead, RF20171

Ball bearing blocks deliver high performance and sensitivity for static and dynamic loads.

A smooth and efficient block is critical to the conversation between sailor and boat—especially for hand-held control lines. Ronstan designed the Series 20 to give dinghy and small keelboat sailors the feedback to detect subtle wind changes and sail as efficiently as possible. These lightweight blocks feature a durable, UV-stable acetal sheave that runs smoothly on a two-stage system of low-friction bearings. Acetal ball bearings handle moderate loads for high efficiency. As forces increase ball bearings can become distorted; shy of distortion a plain acetal bearing running on a stainless steel race shoulders the load keeping the ball bearings safe from damage while maintaining low friction. Fiber-reinforced nylon cheeks provide rigidity and strength and are beefed up with 316 stainless steel load straps. The included shackle features a pin with a low-profile head to prevent snagging on smaller lines. Get the subtle messages your boat sends you through the lines by using efficient and smooth Ronstan series 20 blocks.

This 20mm upright lead block is well suited for halyard turning blocks and running control lines under the deck.

• Lightweight blocks designed for moderate to high static and dynamic loads
• Ideal for hand-held control lines
• Unique two-stage bearing system:
  • Acetal ball bearings deliver efficiency for moderate loads
  • Sliding acetal bearing on stainless steel race handles high loads and maintains low friction
• Fiber-reinforced nylon cheeks add strength while reducing weight
• UV stable acetal sheave is strong and light-weight

• 316 stainless steel load straps add strength

   

Ideal for:

• Halyard turning blocks
• Running control lines below the deck