Wichard Marine FRX15 Friction Ring - 15mm (19/32") for Marine Rigging and Sailing

FRX15 Friction Ring - 15mm (19/32")

Features:

• Efficient and light
• FRX Wichard thimbles are efficient, light, and reliable
• Very strong and can be used for heavy loads and semi-static lines
• FRX thimbles are designed to make your lines run smoothly with minimum wear
• They are hard anodized (50 microns) for a longer lifespan

Applications:

• Mast-foot block, barber-hauler, inhauler, loop, thimble, lazy jack, running backstay, tackle, and more

Specifications:

• Materials: Anodized aluminium
• Working load: (lb) 3520 / (kg) 1600
• Weight: (lb) 0.026 / (g) 12
• A: (inch) 25/64" / (mm) 10
• B: (inch) 19/32" / (mm) 15
• C: (inch) 19/32" / (mm) 15
• D diameter: (inch) 1 3/8" / (mm) 35

Caption:

• Working Load (WL): For nautical applications
• Working Load Limit (WLL): For industrial applications only. The safety factor is 5 times the breaking load. WLL = Breaking load / 5

*Sold as an Individual

The Wichard Marine FRX15 Friction Ring is a high-performance component designed for demanding sailing and marine applications. Crafted from durable anodized aluminum with a 50-micron hard anodization, this friction ring offers excellent resistance to wear and corrosion, ensuring long-lasting reliability in harsh environments. Its efficient and lightweight construction makes it ideal for use in mast-foot blocks, barber-haulers, inhaulers, loops, thimbles, lazy jacks, running backstays, and various tackle systems, providing smooth operation with minimal wear on lines. The FRX15's robust build supports working loads of up to 3,520 pounds, making it suitable for heavy-duty tasks while maintaining ease of handling and installation. Its compact design features a 15mm (19/32 inch) diameter, with dimensions optimized for easy integration into existing rigging setups, enhancing performance without adding unnecessary weight to the system. The friction ring's design ensures that lines run smoothly, reducing friction and wear, thus extending the lifespan of your lines and hardware. Whether used in industrial or nautical applications, the FRX15 is engineered to deliver strength, reliability, and efficiency, making it an essential part of your sailing or rigging equipment. Sold as an individual, this friction ring is a versatile, durable choice for sailors and riggers seeking quality and performance in critical components.

Features:

• Efficient and lightweight design for optimal performance

• Constructed from hard anodized aluminum for enhanced durability and corrosion resistance

• Supports heavy loads with a working load capacity of 3,520 pounds

• Smooth line operation reduces wear and prolongs line life

• Designed for use in multiple marine and industrial applications, including mast-foot blocks, loops, and tackle systems