Difference between revisions of "Fairlead"
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| − | A [[block]], | + | A [[block]], '''padeye''', ring or any other fitting which controls the path of a line on a boat. |
When a line is not running correctly where it is supposed to go, or is snagged or stuck, it is said to be "'''fouled'''". When a line is running correctly and is not fouled, it is said to be "'''fair'''". | When a line is not running correctly where it is supposed to go, or is snagged or stuck, it is said to be "'''fouled'''". When a line is running correctly and is not fouled, it is said to be "'''fair'''". | ||
A fairlead is simply a device that "leads" a line "fair". | A fairlead is simply a device that "leads" a line "fair". | ||
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| + | A '''padeye''' is a type of fairleed. It is any sort of ring or loop that is fastened to the deck or a spar through which a line is run. Lines should only be run through padeyes at shallow angles. For sharp angles (especially when heavy loads are required), a [[turning block]] should be used. | ||
[[Category:Sailing Terms]] | [[Category:Sailing Terms]] | ||
Revision as of 09:36, 5 October 2007
A block, padeye, ring or any other fitting which controls the path of a line on a boat.
When a line is not running correctly where it is supposed to go, or is snagged or stuck, it is said to be "fouled". When a line is running correctly and is not fouled, it is said to be "fair".
A fairlead is simply a device that "leads" a line "fair".
A padeye is a type of fairleed. It is any sort of ring or loop that is fastened to the deck or a spar through which a line is run. Lines should only be run through padeyes at shallow angles. For sharp angles (especially when heavy loads are required), a turning block should be used.
