Barton Triple DO 550 Rope Clutch [81502]

The Barton Triple DO 550 Rope Clutch is a top - notch marine accessory. It's crafted from modern, lightweight materials. The molded parts are made of high - grade plastics that are both strong and impact - resistant, while the cams and bases are marine - grade anodized aluminum, built to last in tough marine conditions. This clutch has a true clutch mechanism. You can adjust lines in the locked position with minimal slippage, and releasing under load is easy. The opening and closing are precise and simple, even with cold, wet hands, and it has a positive handle lock when closed. It's gentle on lines. The cam and base, made of high - grade extruded aluminum, have a specially tempered tooth design for maximum grip and minimal slippage. Stainless steel rope fairleads at entry and exit points prevent wear on both the clutch and lines. The bolt - together construction makes servicing a breeze. You can easily replace parts, and a full range of components is available from our Barton stockist. When fitting, ensure a straight fair lead through the clutch to avoid side - plate wear and reduced load capabilities. For the best performance, place the clutch about 1ft (300mm) in front of the winch. Use Barton deck organizers for perfect alignment, and always use a bolt - through fastening with suitable sealant. A drilling template is included on the packaging. The handle is ergonomically designed, strong, and easy to grip, with a smooth lock and unlock action. It also features a removable insert on the top, available separately for cruising and racing yachts.

Using the Barton Triple DO 550 Rope Clutch is straightforward. When you need to adjust a line, even when the clutch is in the closed, locked position, you can do it with minimal slippage. To release the line under load, just use a bit of effort and it'll come free. The handle is easy to operate, so you can open and close the clutch mechanism easily, even if your hands are cold and wet. When fitting the clutch, make sure the rope goes straight through it. This will stop the side plates from wearing out and keep the clutch's load - carrying ability high. It's best to put the clutch about 1 foot (300mm) in front of the winch, both vertically and horizontally. You can use Barton deck organizers in front of the clutch to make sure everything is lined up perfectly. Always use a bolt - through fastening and add some suitable sealant. There's a drilling template on the packaging to help you with the installation. For maintenance, the clutch has a bolt - together construction. This means you can easily take it apart to service it or replace parts. You can get all the necessary components from our Barton stockist. And if you want to change the handle insert, it's removable and there are different options for cruising and racing yachts.