KFX8.0 STRUCTURAL FURLER

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3rd generation fixed structural furler KFX8.0
A structural furler is a lean and efficient alternative to the traditional roller furler. With the elimination of the aluminum profiles and the replacement of the stainless steel forestay by a textile forestay, the weight saving is impressive. The vast majority of sailing racing boats use a structural furler. This solution is less common on cruising sailboats because a sail on a structural furler cannot be used partially furled (ribbed). About 80% of structural furlers are sold in a drum version instead of the continuous line wheel.
Under its sleek silhouette hides a concentrate of technology

Specifications

Strengths

– 8 to 10 times lighter than a conventional roller furler
– An ultimate compromise between performance and safety
– Available in continuous line wheel or drum version
– Ultra customizable for perfect integration into deck and mast chain plates
– Lightweight and compact Thanks to the choice of materials and our patented and optimized bearings
– Easy to use even under very heavy load (very low friction bearings)
– Sleek and elegant design

Tips

– A structural furler is usually used with an anti-torsion textile forestay
– A sail on a structural furler cannot be fixed
– Structural furler sails are usually directly attached by a lashing on the swivel. In order to optimize the weight and shape stability of the sail, there is no halyard. We offer an optional lock system (KHL interface).

Documentation

KFX8.0 STRUCTURAL FURLER