Harken 20mm Lead Ring

The Harken 20mm Lead Ring is a lightweight, frictionless routing device engineered for sailing applications requiring minimal adjustment and maximum line control. As a hard-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum component with a slippery surface and zero moving parts, this lead ring delivers dependable performance in demanding marine environments where corrosion resistance and durability matter.

The 20mm center hole and 14mm outer groove width accommodate standard sailing line diameters while maintaining a compact footprint. Hard-anodized aluminum construction provides a low-friction surface that reduces wear on running rigging, extends the service life of lines, and allows smooth, responsive trimming. The absence of moving parts eliminates pinch points, binding, and maintenance requirements—critical factors in offshore and daysail contexts where equipment reliability directly impacts safety and performance.

This lead ring is specified for jib in-haulers, twings, barberhaulers, lazy jacks, cascading backstays, and other control lines that benefit from passive routing without mechanical intervention. Sailors and riggers choose Harken lead rings when weight savings and simplicity are priorities—applications where fine-tune adjustments are infrequent and a fixed, frictionless path is preferred over moving-block systems. Lightweight at 0.5 lbs, the Harken 20mm lead ring integrates seamlessly into racing and cruising sail plans requiring efficient load distribution and minimal hardware count.