Ronstan Swivel Dead Eye & Cleat Fairlead - 3-12mm (1/8 - 1/2") Rope

The Ronstan Swivel Dead Eye & Cleat Fairlead for 3-12mm rope is a multipurpose deck fitting that every serious boater needs in their rigging arsenal. Whether you're securing halyards, managing sheet loads, or setting up anchor systems, this combination dead eye and cleat fairlead handles it all in one compact unit. Designed for rope sizes from 1/8" to 1/2" diameter, it covers the full range of applications most cruisers, racers, and commercial operators encounter on the water. Built by Ronstan—a brand trusted by professional sailors and marine technicians worldwide—this fitting delivers reliability when conditions get rough.

What sets this fairlead apart is its swivel design, which allows rope to redirect smoothly under load without jamming or kinking. The integrated dead eye provides a natural cleat action that grips rope securely without the bulk of a separate cleat, while the fairlead guides keep line aligned and prevent chafe. The swivel ball construction reduces friction and distributes stress evenly across the fitting, extending rope life and improving handling during sail changes or emergency maneuvers. Weighing just 0.4 pounds and measuring a compact 3 x 3 x 5 inches, it's light enough for racing applications yet robust enough for extended cruising or workboat duty where weight penalties matter.

This fairlead excels on sailboats where deck space is at a premium and multitasking fittings reduce clutter. Cruisers benefit from its ability to manage control lines, vangs, and outhauls without dedicated hardware at every point. Workboat and fishing vessel operators appreciate the swivel's tolerance for rough handling and its compatibility with both synthetic and natural fiber rope. Installation is straightforward—mount via through-bolts or rivets on rails, cabin sides, or boom gallows anywhere you need directional control with load-holding capability. For anyone upgrading aging hardware or commissioning new rigging, the Ronstan Swivel Dead Eye & Cleat Fairlead delivers proven performance at a practical price point.