With the benefit of innovative design, coupled with computer-controlled manufacture, Hales Micro has raised the ball bearing model yacht block to a new level of technology, consistent with modern requirements.
Since model yacht racing takes place increasingly at marine venues, all metal parts are manufactured from corrosion resistant stainless steel. The side plates are recessed to suit the thinner high strength sheet lines now common in radio yachting.
Stainless steel sidestraps for strength and to prevent corrosion
Stainless steel balls, axle and sheave for smooth running under heavy load
Balls and sheave cannot rub on side plates, resulting in minimum friction
Recessed side plate to allow use of small diameter sheets without risk of the sheet sliding between the sheave and side plate
M2 stainless steel mounting bolts, nuts and washers
Standard 16mm spacing between mounting bolts
Overall length: 21.4mm
Width: 10mm
Height of fitting only: 5.1mm
Height of fitting with heads of fasteners: 6.8mm
Fastener spacings: 16mm (centre to centre of fastening)
