
Harken
Harken 40 mm Carbo Air Swivel Block 2636
Harken 40 mm Carbo Air Single Swivel Block (2636) – Ultra‑Lightweight & High‑Load
Upgrade your rigging with the Harken 40 mm Carbo Air Swivel Block (model 2636) — a compact powerhouse engineered for maximum strength with minimal weight. This block is perfect for main/jib sheets, vang systems, outhauls, cunninghams, and other control lines on dinghies, skiffs, sportboats, and small yachts.
Constructed with open Carbo Air design, it features lightweight Carbon® side cheeks, a 40 mm Delrin® sheave on stainless steel ball bearings, and a 360° stainless swivel head for superior line alignment and twist prevention. Despite its size, the 2636 delivers outstanding performance:
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Sheave diameter: 40 mm (1 9/16″)
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Max line capacity: 10 mm (3/8″)
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Working load: 220 kg (485 lb) — 60 % higher than classic blocks
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Breaking load: 735 kg (1 620 lb)
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Weight: 44 g (1.6 oz) — approximately 30 % lighter than comparable classic
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Length: 86 mm (3 ⅜″)
✔ Applications: main/jib sheets, traveler fine‑tune, control lines, vang and outhaul systems
Thanks to its smart open-air design, high-performance materials, and premium swivel, the 2636 ensures smooth trimming, reduced friction, and longer life even in harsh marine conditions.