
Harken
Harken 40 mm Carbo Cheek Block 2644
Harken 40 mm Carbo Air Cheek Block (Model 2644) – High‑Strength Lightweight Side‑Mount Block
The Harken 40 mm Carbo Cheek Block (2644) is a compact, side-mount pulley that perfectly balances low weight, high strength, and smooth performance—ideal for vangs, outhauls, mainsheet fine-tune, traveler controls, and other critical control lines on dinghies, sportboats, and small keelboats.
Crafted with Harken’s open Carbo Air design, this block features carbon-composite side cheeks, a 40 mm Delrin® sheave, and precision stainless steel ball bearings. The shell is UV-stabilised, reinforcing durability in harsh marine environments.
🔧 Key Specifications:
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Sheave Ø: 40 mm (1 9/16″)
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Max line Ø: 10 mm / 3/8″
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Working load: 220 kg (485 lb)
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Breaking load: 735 kg (1 620 lb)
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Weight: 34 g (1.2 oz)
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Overall length: 70 mm (2¾″)
✅ Performance Benefits:
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30% lighter, yet 60% stronger than classic cheek blocks
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Low friction, UV-resistant design ensures long-lasting, smooth trims
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Side-mount configuration keeps gear flush against spars or bulkheads for clean deck layouts