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Flag, GS 48, 14.90 m (48.9') © Fabio Taccola / Grand Soleil Yachts
When Harken sets out to create a block for sailors who have 
always believed they didn’t need Harken, what happens? The 
new Element block. The name hints at its essence: everything 
that doesn’t 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. Element’s 
design pairs the minimum amount of metal required to protect 
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, you’ll be surprised. Element: Harken design and 
engineering—value-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 impact
• Aluminum 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.
DO NOT use Harken equipment for human suspension unless product is specifically certified and labeled for such use.
6061-T6 aluminum:
Hardcoat-anodized 
sideplates
Materials
For properties 
see pages 
249-250.
ELEMENT BLOCKS
Shackle blocks lock in two directions 
or swivel to keep line from twisting
• Removable headpost lock allows shackle 
to be fixed or to swivel.
Harken 
Element Block

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