Lewmar 60mm HTX Single Block, 2422 lb Working Load Limit, Part 29196001

The Lewmar 60mm HTX Single Block (part 29196001) is a high-load sailboat block engineered for sail handling and traveler systems on performance sailboats. Built around a 60 millimeter sheave, it carries a working load limit of 2,422 pounds, giving it the strength to handle heavily loaded sheets and control lines without hesitation. The block's side cheeks are constructed from aluminum, providing durability and long-term resistance to the stresses of repeated high-load cycles while keeping the block's overall weight manageable.

Inside, the block runs on a central plain bearing combined with Delrin side thrust ball bearings. This bearing arrangement is designed to keep friction low so sail trim adjustments stay smooth and responsive, even under significant line tension. The combination of a plain bearing for radial load and ball bearings for side thrust loading lets the block handle both straight-line pull and the lateral loading generated by traveler systems.

This single block is designed to work with Lewmar traveler systems, making it a compatible upgrade or replacement component within existing Lewmar rigging setups. It suits demanding sailing conditions where reliable, low-friction line control is required, and its aluminum construction is intended to reduce rope wear over the life of the block.

Specifications

• Brand: Lewmar
• Manufacturer Part Number: 29196001
• Product Category: Sailboat Blocks
• Sheave Outside Diameter: 60 millimeters
• Working Load Limit: 2422 pounds
• Material: Aluminum side cheeks
• Bearing Type: Central plain bearing with Delrin side thrust ball bearings
• Item Dimensions: 2.36 x 2.36 x 0.04 inches
• Weight: 0.6 pounds
• Compatible Lubricant: Grease
• Unit Count: 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the working load limit of the Lewmar 29196001 block? The Lewmar 60mm HTX Single Block, part 29196001, carries a working load limit of 2422 pounds.

What size sheave does this Lewmar HTX block use? It uses a 60 millimeter sheave, sized for the HTX single block line of Lewmar hardware.

What bearing system does the 29196001 block use? A central plain bearing handles the main radial load, paired with Delrin side thrust ball bearings that reduce friction under lateral loading.

What is the block's housing made of? The side cheeks on the Lewmar 29196001 block are made of aluminum, chosen for durability under repeated high-load use.

Is this block compatible with Lewmar traveler systems? Yes, the Lewmar 60mm HTX Single Block is designed to work with Lewmar traveler systems as part of an existing rigging setup.

How much does the Lewmar 29196001 block weigh? This block weighs 0.6 pounds.

What are the dimensions of this block? The Lewmar HTX Single Block measures 2.36 x 2.36 x 0.04 inches.

Is this a single or double block? The 29196001 is a single block, meaning it has one sheave rather than two.

Does the block come with more than one sheave included? No, part 29196001 is sold as a single-sheave block with a unit count of one.

What lubricant should be used to service this block? Grease is the compatible lubricant for maintaining the Lewmar 60mm HTX Single Block's bearings.

What kind of sailing use is this block designed for? The Lewmar 29196001 block is designed for high-load sail handling on performance sailboats, including demanding traveler and sheet control applications.