Difference between revisions of "Block"
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The term "block" usually refers to a block that is attached at one end by a shackle or other fitting and can turn and rotate, alowing a line to enter the block at a variety of different angles. | The term "block" usually refers to a block that is attached at one end by a shackle or other fitting and can turn and rotate, alowing a line to enter the block at a variety of different angles. | ||
| + | [[Image:Turning_block.jpg|frame|A turning block being used as a [[fairlead]]]] | ||
A '''turning block''' is a block that is fixed to the deck, or some other part of the boat, and does not move. The line must enter the turning block in a plane that is parallel to the block's sheave. | A '''turning block''' is a block that is fixed to the deck, or some other part of the boat, and does not move. The line must enter the turning block in a plane that is parallel to the block's sheave. | ||
[[Category:Sailing Terms]] | [[Category:Sailing Terms]] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:42, 1 May 2009
A block is the nautical term for what is commonly called a "pulley".
A block consists of one or more sheaves inside a frame.
The term "block" usually refers to a block that is attached at one end by a shackle or other fitting and can turn and rotate, alowing a line to enter the block at a variety of different angles.
A turning block being used as a fairlead
A turning block is a block that is fixed to the deck, or some other part of the boat, and does not move. The line must enter the turning block in a plane that is parallel to the block's sheave.
