Harken Micro Carbo-Cam Cleat

The Harken Micro Carbo-Cam Cleat is a precision sail control component engineered for racing sailors and cruisers who demand instant, controlled line release with minimal weight penalty. Built around Harken's ball-bearing cam mechanism, this fiber-reinforced polymer cleat secures lines firmly under load while allowing immediate dump or trimming with a single hand motion—critical for competitive sailing where precision and speed determine race outcomes.

At 22mm height and 19 grams weight, the Micro Carbo-Cam accommodates line sizes from 3mm to 6mm diameter, making it ideal for dinghies, small keelboats, and lightweight racing platforms where every gram affects performance and acceleration. The carbon-reinforced cam geometry provides consistent holding power across varying load ranges without jamming or creeping—issues that plague lighter cam designs under dynamic wind conditions. The ball-bearing construction reduces friction during release, meaning operators maintain positive control even when dumping heavily loaded sheets in sudden gusts.

This cleat serves racing fleets, Olympic-class boat programs, and cruising sailors prioritizing weight reduction without sacrificing reliability. Unlike full-size cam cleats, the Micro model fits tight deck layouts on small boats and minimizes windage on low-freeboard racing designs. Sailors operating in cold water, salt spray environments, and frequent trim cycles benefit from the sealed bearing construction that resists corrosion better than open-jaw alternatives.

Harken cam cleats are the industry standard for performance sailing, trusted across class racing and professional charter fleets. The Micro Carbo-Cam balances the holding security of heavier models with the weight consciousness required in competitive, resource-limited sailing environments where every performance margin matters.