b'ELEMENT BLOCKSWhen Harken sets out to create a block for sailors who have always believed they didnt need Harken, what happens? The new Element block. The name hints at its essence: every-thing that doesnt contribute durability or strength is stripped away. The result is an economical block that does a Harken job.Element blocks introduce sideplates that combine forged aluminum and compound curves for strength. They are simultaneously contemporary and very robust. Elements design pairs the minimum amount of metal required to protect Harken Element Block the sheave with a proven journal bearing. So size for size, Element is priced significantly lower, than our previously least expensive blocks. Compare them to plain bearing blocks from competitors, youll be surprised. Element: Harken design and engineeringvalue-price.Element blocks accept line from 8 - 16 mm. They are offered in singles, doubles, triples, fiddles, and footblocks in 45, 60 and 80 mm sizes.Stands up to sun, salt, and impactAluminum sideplates are forged for strength and sheave protection. Sideplates are hardcoat-anodized to resist corrosion.Bearing sheave of tough composite resists corrosion for a long service life. Shackles are strong, corrosion-resistant stainless steel.MaterialsFor properties see pages 253-254. Shackle blocks lock in two direc-tions or swivel to keep line from twisting6061-T6 aluminum: Removable headpost lock allows shackle to be Hardcoat-anodized sideplates fixed or to swivel.46 DO NOT use Harken equipment for human suspension unless product is specifically certified and labeled for such use.'