£127.48
Harken, Carbo ratchet block with swivel - 57mm Ratcha-matic / Auto-ratchet
Sheave diameter - 57mm
Length overall - 103mm
Pin diameter - 5mm
Max working load - 227 Kg
Break load - 907 Kg
Max line diameter - 10mm
Holding power - 10:1
Weight - 104g
Used on a multitude of boats & regarded by many as the best auto-ratchet block available.
The Carbo "Ratcha-matic" is a load-sensing ratchet block that rolls freely in both directions under low loads but automatically engages the ratchet as loads increase. Shifting between the non ratchet & ratchet modes is seamless & the loading point at which this occurs is adjustable.
Provides a good balance between holding power & controlled easing.
Also available:
1) As an on /off ratchet - See "Harken, Carbo ratchet - 57mm on/off"
2) With higher holding powers - See "Power ratchets".