Wichard Ratchet Blocks
In addition to the advantages offered by its ball-bearing
blocks, Wichard also offers ratchet blocks with the same
styling, featuring its patented ratchet system. Several versions of this ratchet block are offered
to cover all applications.
It is fitted with a high-precision machined
sheave made of hardened anodized aluminium, which is mounted on
DelrinŽ ball-bearings. The ratchet is engaged and released by an ergonomically-
profiled slide button.
To complete the range Wichard offers a variety of
other specialty blocks;
Land Yacht Blocks - have flared cheeks for wide entry and exit
rope angles, designed in conjunction with land yacht sailors from France, UK
and Canada.
Mast Step Blocks - for use where space is limited.
Recessed Blocks - for control lines that pass through the deck or bulkhead.
Snatch Blocks - have an opening cheek for use where neither end of a line is
accessible.
Stanchion Blocks - are attached to the lower part of stanchions
for running roller furling control lines aft to the cockpit.
Wire Blocks - are designed to withstand the additional wear that wire rope
puts on a block. |