Ronstan Series 40 All Purpose Fiddle Block, 880 lb MWL

Maximize your sailing performance and reliability with the Ronstan Series 40 All Purpose Fiddle Block. Engineered for demanding sailing applications, this block delivers exceptionally high working loads with low friction, making it an ideal choice for both cruising and racing. Its robust construction ensures long-term durability and consistent performance on the water. Upgrade your rigging with Ronstan's trusted hardware today.

Key Benefits & Features:

• High Load Capacity: Boasts an 880 lb (400 kg) maximum working load and a 2200 lb (1000 kg) breaking load, providing exceptional strength for critical lines.
• Smooth Operation: Features precision-moulded, self-lubricating Acetal polymer sheaves running on polished Grade 316 stainless steel bearing races for low friction and efficient line handling.
• Advanced Bearing System: Utilizes a 2-stage ball bearing system to ensure consistent, high performance across the full load range.
• Durable Construction: Built with impact and UV-resistant, fibre-reinforced Nylon cheeks, ensuring extended service life in harsh marine environments.
• Versatile Mounting: The Captive Lock™ universal head can be fixed in two planes or allowed to swivel, offering flexible installation options.
• Foul-Free Design: Includes a slotted pin shackle engineered to prevent lines from fouling during critical maneuvers.

Compatibility & Applications:

This versatile fiddle block is ideal for mainsail sheets, halyards, vang, and spinnaker control lines on off-the-beach catamarans, one-design classes, and sportsboats up to 8m (26ft). It is also excellent for fine-tune mainsheet tackles, cunninghams, backstays, genoa lead pullers, and traveller controls, offering a reliable solution for various control line purchase systems.