A Blocks Newsline Special from Barton

by Barton Marine 22 Sep 2020 10:00 PDT

Servicing a Barton Classic Block © Barton Marine

Dear Customers and Boaters around the world,

We hope you are well and enjoying the last few days of summer, spending lots of time on the water.

Did you know that our range of blocks includes over 1000 products to cater for every task on boats up to 15m/50ft. We have dedicated this Newsline to helping you understand our range and choose the right blocks every time to control the power aboard. Barton is your one stop shop for yacht blocks.

Barton products are becoming more widely available around the world and we are pleased to announce that DeckHardware Marine Solutions Australasia are now partnered with us in the Australian region. We also have some more very exciting news just over the horizon!

Block Sizes - Tech Specs

Size 0

SWL 275kg
Sheave Dia. 20mm
Max Rope Dia. 6mm

Size 1

SWL 355kg
Sheave Dia. 30mm
Max Rope Dia. 8mm

Size 2

SWL 370kg
Sheave Dia. 35mm
Max Rope Dia. 8mm

Size 3

SWL 400kg
Sheave Dia. 45mm
Max Rope Dia. 10mm

Size 4/5

SWL 750kg
Sheave Dia. 54mm
Max Rope Dia. 12mm

Size 6

SWL 1000kg
Sheave Dia. 60mm
Max Rope Dia. 12mm

Size 7

SWL 1250kg
Sheave Dia. 70mm
Max Rope Dia. 14mm

Sheave Type

Plain Bearing

Precision moulded Acetal sheave running on large diameter brass bearing.

Perfect for high static loads

Ball Bearing

Twin rows of Acetal balls running on large diameter centre boss to maximise spread of the load across as many ball bearings as possible
23% reduction in friction compared to plain bearing
High performance, low friction for fast constant adjustments

Types of Block Head

Fixed Eye - A plain eye attachment
Snap Shackle - Cast stainless steel swivelling snap shackle - ideal for quick release downhauls or vangs.
Becket - All the appropriate blocks are available with or without becket.
Swivel - Range of 316L stainless steel high load performance swivel shackles.
Double Tang - For use with Barton mast base organiser.
Variloc - Allows swivel to rotate fully or be locked at one of 3 angles.
Reverse Shackle - Allows the shackle to be turned though 90º.
Stand Up - Spring mounted on a fixed base.
Stanchion - Allows block to be mounted straight to a stanchion

Snatch Blocks

Probably the smallest snatch blocks available globally and designed specifically for boats. Extremely compact and incredibly strong for a huge range of uses afloat. Available with stainless steel or bronze snap shackle or D shackle.

Wooden Classic Range

Combining the high performance engineering found in our latest line of blocks with classic design to enable classic boat owners to control the power with ease. Available in a range of sizes from 30 - 80mm Single Fixed Eye and 30 - 45mm double and triple with optional beckets if required. Our Classic Blocks can be disassembled for servicing and also staining/varnishing to match the look and feel of your boat.

Servicing Classic Blocks

Servicing a Classic Block - Christian shows how

New Distribution Partners

We are pleased to announce a partnership with DeckHardware Marine Solutions Australasia to distribute our extensive range of deck gear across the Australasia region. A wide range of our popular, durable and innovative blocks and traveller car systems and accessories alongside the wider range of deck equipment will be available for chandleries, OEMs and riggers to order in September. Find out more...

Keep your eyes open for more exciting news from Barton about our continued global expansion in the very near future. We are biting our tongues for now, but all will be revealed soon!

Thanks for reading our Blocks Newsline Special. It just scratches the surface of the extensive range to show you what Barton offers. We are aways available to answer your technical questions, so never hesitate to email, phone or get in touch via social media and we can provide an answer.

Stay safe out there and see you soon out on the water,

The Barton Marine Team