A cheek block is fastened flush against a part of the vessel rather than being attached by the top of the cheek assembly. It guides lines to where crew members can handle them conveniently and efficiently.
These fittings can be used to lead a single sheet to the cockpit or all the halyards to a series of line clutches across the coach roof.
While any block can play the same role as a cheek block, the latter can be mounted flush against the deck to keep lines as low as possible. Some have an integrated jam cleat, forming a combination block/line clutch.
Choice will depend on line diameter. Mounting location is important since the block can be subject to loads liable to rip it out and the screws to shear strain. Those designed to lie with one cheek flat against the deck often are the most suitable.
 |
 |
Flat double cheek block for sailboats (max. rope ø : 24 mm) 45220 Wichard
Commentary Complete range of blocks for yachts and mega yachts High working and breaking loads Excellent high-speed low load and high-function load characteristics...
 |
 |
Single flat cheek block for sailboats (max. rope ø : 6 mm) PBB 60 - SWL = 1500 KG Seldén
HIGH LOAD PBB These blocks are optimised for wires or Dyneema®/Spectra® core. TECHNICAL FEATURES Stainless steel, electro polished...
 |
 |
Single flat cheek block for sailboats (max. rope ø : 14 mm) 1.800 KG | KBO15 FB Karver Systems
KBO15 Foot block Safe working load:...
 |
 |
Single ratchet flat cheek block for sailboats (max. line ø : 12 mm) 015 Harken
Hexaratchets® grip loaded sheets, yet allow line to be eased with complete control. Fast trim and release under high or low loads. Ratchets feature Hardkote-anodized,...
 |
 |
Flat double cheek block for sailboats RF60251 - M.W.L - 600 kg Ronstan
Low friction, 2-stage ball bearing...
 |
 |
Flat double cheek block for sailboats (max. rope ø : 20 mm) HT 92837 - BL = 8500 kg Holt
Aluminium high load blocks. CNC machined roller / ball...
 |
 |
Cheek block with jamming cam for sailboats (max. rope ø : 10 mm) BRS/50 Spinlock
This jammer block is for situations where a fixed foot block can’t help: peeling spinnakers,...
 |
 |
Flip-flop cheek block for sailing dinghy (max. line ø : 6 mm) A4978-77 Allen Brothers
Smooth rotation...
 |
 |
Flat double cheek block for sailboats (max. rope ø : 12 mm) BL = 2000 KG Rutgerson
40mm double foot block with a composite sheave....
 |
 |
Upright single cheek block for sailboats SWL = 1000 KG Antal
These vertical blocks are fitted with Tulip sheaves that...
 |
 |
Single flat cheek block with jamming cam for sailboats (max. rope ø : 16 mm) 82999 Barton Marine
High Load Blocks manufactured from marine grade aluminium and 'Spectro' grey anodised for high UV stability and durability. Sheaves are precision urned from...
 |
 |
Single flat cheek wire-block for sailboats (max. wire ø : 4 mm) 35328 650 55 - BL = 450 KG Sprenger
Advantages: •easily running ball bearing stainless steel •bearing shell and balls of stainless steel •wobble riveting:...
 |
 |
Flat single flat cheek block for sailboats S313-E1 SINOX INTERNATIONAL
Field of application Seine blocks are...
 |
 |
Our High Performance blocks are developed with emphasis on design and strength. The blocks...
 |
 |
Sailboat deck organiser (2 sheaves, stacked) 29139122 Lewmar
All organisers have space to pass 2 lines...
