Line-handling block.

摘要

A block (1) for line-handling comprises two cheeks (3) and a rotatable sheave (6) sandwiched between the two cheeks. The two cheeks mate together through a central aperture of the sheave by a relative rotation of the cheeks via a bayonet fitting (5). The mated cheeks are secured to each other by fixing pins (9), which also secure a swivel attachment member (7) to the block. Bearing elements (15) are used for rotatably supporting the sheave to prevent its translational movement relative to the cheeks. <IMAGE>