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INTRODUCTION TO LOSANGE GROUP & FACNOR CUSTOM EQUIPMENT

P4-6 P 7 - 10

LS, LX, RX HEADSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

P 11 - 15

FD WEBBING FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS (NEW!)

P 16 - 19

RC CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS P 20 - 23

ELECTRIC FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

P 24 - 28

STRUCTURAL STAYSAIL/GENOA FURLERS 14-100T

P 29 - 31 P 32

STRUCTURAL FURLERS 3-4 T

GENNAKER & CODE ZERO FURLERS & ALSO STAYSAIL

P 39

REMOVABLE BOWSPRIT

ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS

P 40 - 42

BATTEN CARS FACSLIDE+

P 43 - 46

P 47

REEFING LOCKS (NEW!)

MAINSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

P 33 - 38

P 48 - 50

FULL MAST / RIGGING / FURLING SYSTEMS

Group synergy and innovation Four joint companies, all specialised in marine equipment, form the Losange Group: Facnor (furling & reefing systems), Sparcraft (mast & spars), Sparcraft-US (located in USA) and Sparcraft Rigging. The activity of the subsidiaries being complementar y, the Losange Group is able to offer a full mast/rigging/furling system package and remains an advantageous partner for boat builders, dealers and charter sailing companies.

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S Y N E R G Y

he Losange Group, focussing on a long-term based development, has become one of the leaders within the worldwide marine industry. This pole position results from great involvement in innovation - supported by an engineering synergy (design and development department) - and from a constant dialogue with customers. A wide distribution network in France and abroad also explains this successful growth.

F U R L I N G

R E E F I N G

S Y S T E M S

FACNOR : Facnor is a worldwide leader in designing and manufacturing furling systems. The company supplies many shipyards as well as ocean sailors who participate in well known races like the Vendée Globe, The Race and the Volvo Race, all sailing genuine "Formula 1" boats. Distribution wise, Facnor has developed a global network of dealers covering 35 countries. ■

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FACNOR : PARTNER OF HUMANITARIAN ASSOCIATIONS In a socially responsible approach, Facnor supports humanitarian projects undertaken by modest sailors ready to sail miles away sometimes Photo Credit : Défi Intégration in difficult seas for noble reasons. Among other involvements, Facnor has become partner of some charity or humanitarian associations on board of Podorange (challenge 67), Element 3 (First 405), Chamade (Ovni 365), Jolokia (Rhum 50), Alioth (Azzuro 53). Web sites : www.voile-australe.com / www.element3.ch / www.chamade.ch / www.defi-integration.com / www.team-alioth.fr Long sailing to these projects!

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Photo Credit : Barry Pickthall / PPL /F. Konyukhov

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FULL MAST / RIGGING / FURLING SYSTEMS

Group synergy and innovation

R U N N I N G

S T A N D I N G

R I G G I N G

■ SPARCRAFT RIGGING (SP.R) : SPR assembles and markets high quality standing and running rigging. This is designed to complement the Sparcraft masts and booms. The rigging components are of EC origin and made from carefully selected alloy. Furthermore, the SPR products are manufactured using experienced and reliable machining and forging methods. The numerous controls and the exhaustive traceability of these products have placed SPR at the top rank of rigging suppliers. Moreover, SP.R. has invested in the field of architecture and interior design with new exclusive stainless steel concept.

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SPARCRAFT : Sparcraft, associated with "excellence" and "innovation" in marine engineering for over 40 years, has been focusing on design and production of high quality masts, booms and deck equipment. The company owns modern production means run by highly skilled teams spread over four production sites. Many shipyards and charter sailing companies rely on Sparcraft products. A strong distribution network supports these products worldwide.

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SPARCRAFT US : This factory, located in North Carolina, is the American entity of the Losange Group. Sparcraft-US has its own production unit that covers 4000 m2 and this includes one of the world largest anodising baths (21.3 m long). With a network of dealers across the United States, Sparcraft-US has become one of the most important aluminium mast manufacturers in the USA.

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FULL MAST / RIGGING / FURLING SYSTEMS

Group synergy and innovation E X P E R I E N C E ■

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M A R I N E

I N D U S T RY

An experience of over 30 years;

An engineering team qualified in metallurgy as well as composite materials; ■

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A synergy of means in computerised design and production;

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Human resources based on skills and dynamism;

Products tested in extreme conditions by the most experienced ocean skippers. ■

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Our metrology department is equipped with the measuring tools needed to insure the constant conformity of the machined parts;

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A series of mechanical and chemical tests ensures reliability of materials

crédit photo : J.M. Enault

Q U A L I T Y

PRODUCTION

PERFORMANCE

QUALITY

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Wide production capacity including 5 production sites : 5000 masts, 7000 furling systems, 8000 sets of rigging (about 80 000 cables) a year;

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The longest anodising baths in the world (Sparcraft-US) and Europe (Sparcraft);

Electrostatic powder painting box (Sparcraft-US); ■

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Plasma CNC cutting machine;

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CNC and traditional machining.

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S E R V I C E :

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A distribution network offering an after-sale service in 35 countries;

Our sales team is based around sailing people with real experience to advise you from; ■

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Short and respected delivery time;

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Goods shipping well managed;

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An efficient after sale service;

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Our dealers' faith proves the Facnor "value".

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C L E A R ”

T A I L O R

M A D E

crĂŠdit photo : CIM/B.Henry

Ocean racing yachts demand the absolute highest quality of equipment and the latest technology. Facnor furlers have been selected by skippers in the Vendee Globe, Volvo Race, Around alone, The Race and the America's Cup to handle their special furling requirements. We work closely with these and other sailing teams to develop and enhance our products considering what conditions they must endure. The result is high quality products tested in the roughest conditions and pushed to the limit by great sailors. In return these innovations are made available to all sailors who desire the very best gear.

INTRODUCTION

CARBON FURLING GEARS CUSTOM STRUCTURAL FURLERS CUSTOM GENNAKER FURLERS

HALYARD LOCKS SPECIAL FITTING

P10

CUSTOM

>> From racing to cruising

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M A X I - YA C H T S & M A X I - C O U R S E

Custom

Photo : M49 © Azzura Marine

K n o w - h o w & Ta i l o r m a d e s o l u t i o n s

M A X I - YA C H T S

The custom projects for ocean cruising or racing maxi-yachts require high tech means: computerised design, technical knowledge in metallurgy and composite materials, and a data-base constantly updated. Our team offers a good response, an efficient shipping management as well as an innovative spirit and capacity. Facnor has been successfully placed at the top rank of custom equipment suppliers.

E X C E L L E N C E

eeting a technical capacity in design and production as well as the specific knowledge of the requirements of ocean racing equipment, Facnor is now considered as "the most

excellent" in furling systems. Facnor Team has achieved a 30-year experience in designing and manufacturing new furling equipments thanks to our investment in research (patents) and the cooperative projects with many ocean skippers. This leads Facnor to the top range especially in custom gears (ocean and maxi yachts).

Facnor and the Maxi-yachts : “Haute couture” & tailor made products Dark Shadow (Wally 100’) -Adolfo Oria

As supplier for Ocean racing boats (Open 60, maxi ocean trimarans), we have also offered our knowledge to maxi-yachts. The great loads for ocean racing boats (“Formule 1 of the seas”) and maxi-yachts both require very high quality equipment. Those gears of “Haute couture” are designed and produced by Fanor Team with care and the necessary resources. By this way, Facnor has succeeded in supplying the most prestigious classic maxi-yachts.

E X C E L L E N C E

Facnor is one of the best-known manufacturers of furling systems for ocean racing mono - and multihulls. The repeated successful tests carried out at sea by winning ocean racers as well as Facnor Team's inclination for challenges and innovation pushed our company to a leading position.

cean races obviously require a high level of skills in boat equipment manufacturing. Like in Formula One the greatest assets of a team is the capacity of finding ahead the most adequate technological solutions. Every parameter of such complex projects needs to be calculated with precision and tested before the race. For this reason, project managers of ocean racing boats work with the equipment suppliers far ahead before the race starts. This is the race before the Race... Our Teams like meeting such challenges keeping in mind that our products have "to cross the line" (generally in both ways). We worked on various boat equipment projects and all ■

FACNOR : PARTNER OF GLOBAL OCEAN RACE

were highly requiring: 70’ ABN AMRO (winner of the Volvo Race), many Open 60’, some maxi multihulls (Géant, Groupama), Mari-Cha (among the 140’ one) and the Multi One Design 70 (MOD 70). Motivated by the same desire to succeed in our projects, we are proud of our long term cooperation with the most famous boat racing Teams. For instance, we have collaborated with Michel Desjoyeaux on all his mono- and multihull units. We had already prooved our capacity of innovating, the constant high quality of our products and our reactive solutions to their problems. Like the skippers and the project managers we are very demanding and give our best to succeed...

Facnor supports this Class 40 racing project originally initiated by Josh Hall. Throughout GLOBAL OCEAN RACE 2011-12 the participating boats will sail in the most difficult seas of the planet. Starting in Mallorca (Spain), the race will stop in Cape Town (South Africa), Wellington (New Zealand), Punta del Este (Uruguay) and Charleston (USA) before coming back to Mallorca, i.e. 30.000 miles totally.

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Photo : © J. Nash, TEAM ABN AMRO

M A X I - C O U R S E

C U S T O M PA R T S

Custom

K n o w - h o w & Ta i l o r m a d e s o l u t i o n s CARBON

FURLING

SYSTEMS

n comparison with existing products fitted with foil sections, the carbon furling system gives a substantial reduction in weight (approx 50%). The â&#x20AC;&#x153;water drop" shaped sections offers better aerodynamismics. The section components are glued together giving superior resistance to torque than a screwed assembly. Two models : SC40 & SC50 - section length: 4 meters.

CUSTOM

STRUCTURAL

SYSTEMS

nlike continuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers, these "structural systems" are fitted permanently on the sailing boat. It is an "in and out" furling system to handle Genoa, Solent, Staysail, or even ORC. The structural system components are: a swivel fixed on the mast, a continuous line drum fixed on the chain plate, and an anti-twist cable linking both mechanisms. This cable transfers efficiently the rotation from the drum to the swivel and is captive from the sail tape. The sail is latched at the tack and halyard points. The advantage of the system is the total reduction of weight. It is lighter to fit a textile forestay than a structural furler with carbon sections. See page 29. Facnor has managed to create a significant know-how to design and conceive custom parts.

Photo Credit : Y. Zedda (Groupama III)

CUSTOM CODE ZERO & GENNAKER FURLERS

acnor is "the" precursor in manufacturing continuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers, we have supplied these since 1998 and in that we are often copied but never equalled. Most 60' monohulls and multihulls are now equipped with Facnor continuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers: very light, reliable and safely handled alone. These furlers are designed to support the high working and breaking loads of over 500m2 Gennakers (working loads up to 40 tons). See page 33.

KNOW-HOW, RESEARCH AND

Our Design team creates tailor made equipment in order to improve the performance of the product: tension, resistance, weight, handling... Every parameter is measured and simulated thanks to our research and development means (powerful softwares and computers). Each project is considered as unique and dealt with as such.

Photo Credit : Barry Pickthall / PPL /F. Konyukhov

DEVELOPMENT

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C U S T O M H A L YA R D L O C K S

Custom

K n o w - h o w & Ta i l o r m a d e s o l u t i o n s H A LYA R D

LOCKS

Use : This system is mainly dedicated to flying forestays that once down reduce the head weights and the heel. Used also for mainsail, this locking device is widely fitted now on maxi yachts.

Functioning : When the sail is up, by pulling the halyard sharply, it locks or unlocks the hook.

Locking : pull sharply the halyard (sail up).

Once the lock is fastened, the halyard is free from any load and becomes the control rope for unlocking the lock.

Unlocking : pull sharply again the halyard

Without the lock : the halyard under load compresses additionally the mast.

With the lock, the halyard does not add any compression onto the mast.

Photo : Gilles Martin-Raget / Groupe Bel

The advantages : The high rig and halyard loads used by racing boats is transmitted into the rig, giving high mast compression loads. By locking the halyard directly onto the front head of the mast, the loads onto the mast are reduced by half. Moreover, the removable Solent gives a possible gain in weight. Furthermore, with the halyard lock the sheaves at the head and the blocks at the step of the mast support consequently less load.

External/Internal fitting to the mast : The halyard lock can

- Internally fitted lock : in this case, the external body of the lock is directly laminated (composite mast) or riveted/bolted onto the front head of the mast. The luff reaches an optimum length. The halyard runs down directly inside the mast. A large sheave can be fitted for smother operation. - Externally fitted lock : It can be fixed onto one head attachment with an articulated device (toggle, latching, Unibal ball or others). In this case, a small diameter sheave is integrated in the hooking system. The halyard can then run down inside or outside the mast.

S P E C I A L

F I T T I N G S

Conception and production capacity combined with quick responsiveness : thanks to a Design team and production means of ESIM, a CNC machining company and also Losange Group member. Facnor specialises in providing many "One Off" special products to maxi yachts : titanium padeyes, chainplates high-load blocks,...etc

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Photo : Awentech

be equally fitted inside the mast or outside on an existing head attachment (for instance attachment for a removable baby stay).

Mast fitted-in lock

SYSTEMS

>> Your furling system for your navigation program Facnor team is very much involved in innovation and customer needs. This, as well as the expertise of the most competent skippers, has led to the adaption and improvement of the Facnor headsail reefing system range. For each range, specific features has been developed. Each sailor will be able to find the Facnor furling gear suitable for his navigation : classic drum (LS/LX/RX), webbing drum (FD), continuous line drum (RC) or electrical motorised drum (RMEJ).

NEW!

S TAY S A I L

REEFING

FURLING

GENOA

HEADSAIL

FOUR RANGES OF JIB FURLERS

LS/LX/RX CLASSIC DRUM FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS P12

RC CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS P18

FD WEBBING FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS P20 & 21

ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS RMEJ P24 & 25

Photo : ÂŠ Marc Ducrey / Chamade

NEW!

HEADSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

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CLASSIC DRUM FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

LS-LX-RX

Strength and reliability From the smallest of cruising yachts to the biggest round the world race yachts, they all have something in common, the same Facnor technology. As a result, the LS/LX/RX ranges guarantee a secure and long life navigation. Photo Credit : Voile Australe / www.podorange.com

RACE DEVELOPED TECHNOLOGY

Bearing box : STRENGTH and RELIABILITY

ike the Facnor carbon furling systems on board of Jean Luc Van Den Heede’s 80 footer, the Ls/Lx/Rx drum and swivel are fitted with a “bearing box” (see above). This was tested over ocean races under loads up to 20 to 30 times higher than a 30ft cruising boat. Even under high halyard tension furling remains easy. This innovative system is now available for every boat thanks to Facnor continuous development. Other interesting advantages : the easy installation of Facnor reefing equipment, well-known and experienced by marine professionals.

ROTATING TACK FITTING (LX & RX)

D R U M

Fitted with torlon® bearing, this system takes up automatically the sail fullness when furling and offers a better sail shape when it is partially furled

S W I V E L

WATERPROOF Thanks to 2 elastomer moulded twin rim joints proofing against salt water and ultra violet rays

BEARING BOX Components: a stainless steel thrust bearing between 2 large self-lubricating polymer fibre bearings

SMOOTH ROTATION This bearing box takes the axial loads (halyard tension) and lateral loads (outhaul tension)

HARD ANODISING A hard anodising (40 microns), similar to winches, protects these parts against impacts and abrasion

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LS-LX-RX

CLASSIC DRUM FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Strength and reliability HALYARD DEFLECTOR WHEEL SAIL FEEDER (LX range) The included pre feeder gives the ideal fitting to hoist the sail alone

Prevents the Genoa halyard and any other halyard from wrapping around the forestay

SWIVEL SMOOTH ROTATION

EASED INSTALLATION

Even under high loads, featuring the innovative bearing box like the drum

with the bottom telescopic section, no need to cut the top foil section (see p. 28)

STRONG CONNECTIONS Improved torque resistance makes the furling easy even under loads (see details p.28)

FACNOR

A D VA N TA G E S

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Smooth rotation even under high loads

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Maintenance free

LARGE RANGE OF SECTIONS (5 SIZES)

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Large range of sections

These sections allow a gradual and regular furling (see details page 28)

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Strong connections

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Smooth stainless steel feeder + pre feeder (LX range)

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Rotating tack fitting (LX/RX range)

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Adjustable guides

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Insulation between different materials

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40 micron hard anodising (mechanisms)

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Easy installation thanks to the bottom telescopic

SYNTHETIC INSULATION Situated between dif ferent materials to prevent electrolysis

section (see p. 28)

SAILOR TIP “Sail downwind to furl in” Sylvain Letouzé, Technical/Sales assistant & ex-professional skipper

360° ADJUSTABLE FURLING LINE GUIDE

360°

For an optimal running of the furling line (no rubbing)

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y strong wind, when it is tough to furl in the Genoa, the right reaction is to sail downwind. The apparent wind and the pressure in the sail decrease. Sheets very slack, this makes easier to furl. Other care: before departure, check that with the Genoa out the furling line has a few turns left round the drum, this will be useful in case you furl in the sail tighten afterwards!...”.

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CLASSIC DRUM FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

LS-LX-RX

Easy installation & widely developped ranges 4 P O S S I B L E T Y P E S O F I N S TA L L AT I O N The drum fixation depends on the bottom forestay terminal fitted on your boat. As shown below, 3 extra options can be added to the standard furling kit (1) : - short link plates (bent stainless steel plates) (2) - internal turnbuckle option + short link plates (extended drum nose) (3) - long link plates (4)

3 internal turnbuckle

long link plates

short link plates

All models: The bottom fixing pin (marine quality stainless steel) is delivered with a nut (nylock) that insures a reliable fixing of the forestay and the furling system.

chain plates (not included)

Bottom forestay terminal

Eye + chain plates

Eye + jaw toggle

Turnbuckle + double jaw toggle

Type of installation

Standard

with short link plates

with internal turnbuckle option + short link plates

with long link plates

L S S TA N D A R D & L X U P G R A D E D

RANGES

LS / LX / RX according to your sailing programme : you will find within the three ranges of headsail furling and reefing systems, the Facnor product adapted to your needs either cruising, ocean navigation or racing. LS / LX cruising programme : the LS range offers a large choice of standard models. Besides, the LX range corresponds to an "upgraded" range featuring a removable drum, a rotating tack fitting, and a stainless steel feeder.

M o d e l Boat Length (mètres) Max forestay ø *removable eye or tunrbuckle

LS 60

LS 70

LS 100

LS 130

LS 165

LS180

LS 200

LS290

LS330

LX 60

LX 70

LX 100

LX 130

LX 165

LX 180

LX 200

LX290

LX330

5,5 to 7 6,5 to 8 7,5 to 9 8 to 11 9 to 12 10 to 13 11,5 to 14 13 to 18 15 to 28 20’ to 23’ 21’ to 28’ 24’ to 29’ 26’ to 36’ 29’ to 40’ 40’ to 43’ 38’ to 45’ 43’ to 60’ 50’ to 90’

5 5/32”

6 1/4”

6 - 7* 1/2” 9/32”*

8 - 10* 5/16” 3/8”*

10 - 12* 12 - 14* 14 - 22* 3/8” 1/2” 9/16” 1/2”* 9/16”* 3/4”*

SECTION :

SX 25

SX 33

SX 39

SX 47

SX 53

Weight per meter

577 g

658 g

914 g

1095 g

1413 g

Halyard swivel

CX 25

CX 33

CX 39

CX 47

CX 53

OPTIONS

OPTIONS : Link plates / internal turnbuckle fitting STANDARD LS

LUXE LX

STANDARD DRUM

REMOVABLE DRUM STAINLESS STEEL FEEDER ROTATING TACK FITTING

ALUMINIUM SAIL FEEDER FIXED TACK FITTING

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LS-LX-RX

CLASSIC DRUM FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Easy installation & widely developped ranges

Photo credit : Grand Soleil

R X : R E M O VA B L E D R U M

RX racing/cruising programme : If you race, the RX furling systems will meet your satisfaction with their aerodynamic sections (see page 28), the rotating tack fitting and the removable drum allow you to use the system as a head foil.

Removable drum : system used as a simple head foil

Unscrew and remove the furling line guide

M o d e l Boat Length Max. forestay ø

RX 70

Remove the half plates

RX 100

6,5 to 8 7,5 to 8,5 21’ to 24’ 24’ to 29’ 5 5/32”

6 1/4”

RX 130 8 to 9,5 28’ to 30’ 6 or 7 1/4” or 9/32”

Fit the two half protection rings

RX 165

RX 220

Photo credit : Demé Voiles

Just a few minutes are needed to change the furling system into a twin groove head foil ready for racing.

Once the half plates are removed, a racing Genoa can be hoisted using the twin groove head foil

RX260

RX300

9 to 11,5 10 to 12,5 11,5 to 15 13 to 18 29’ to 37’ 32’ to 42’ 37’ to 49’ 42’ to 60’ 8 5/16”

8 or 10 5/16”

10 3/8”

12,7 1/2”

necessar y to have removable eye or turnbuckle SECTION : Weight per meter

R 14 451 g

R 24 555 g

R 26 641 g

R 34 991 g

Halyard swivel

CX 14

CX 24

CX 26

CX 34

OPTIONS

OPTIONS : link plates / internal turnbuckle fitting

SAILOR TIP Greasing screws… Photo Credit : Alubat - Ovni

Pa t r i c k L a n é e l l e Head of Facnor Design Dpt

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hen assembling and servicing during the winter your furling gear, put grease on the screws situated at the bottom telescopic section and the top of the drum link plates. This will simplify the dismantling or turnbuckle access if necessary”.

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FlatDeck

WEBBING FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Safety - Innovation - Per formance FlatDeck is a powerful furling system fitted with a webbing. This great Facnor innovation offers safe and easy headsail furling: no reefing line overriding and an important torque. Overall, with the FD low profile drum, you benefit from a maximum luff !

W E B B I N G F U R L E R : A G R E AT

I N N O VAT I O N Maximum furling power!

COMFORT IN USE GREAT TORQUE SINCE THE BEGINNING:

Due to the bigger diameter of the webbing drum, you benefit from a maximum power as soon as you furl in the Genoa (see opposite drawing).

When you start furling in, you benefit from a maximum power (pict.1)

Webbing furling system : SAFETY, INNOVATION, PERFORMANCE SAFETY NO RISK OF OVERRIDING : The webbing is guided evenly smoothly onto the drum. eliminates overrides as webbing lays flat inside drum.

and This the the

WEBBING GUIDE EXIT in stainless steel, this narrow exit guides well the webbing when the Genoa furls out.

INNOVATION

Photo Credit : JBoats / J111

Maximized luff thanks to the low profile drum and the Genoa tack and foot that lays close to the deck. The Flat Deck offers 20 cm of additional luff length compared to an equivalent classic drum style furler.

Bearing box supports both halyard and sail foot tensions

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PERFORMANCE

SMOOTH ROTATION

Fla tDe ck

This new webbing concept illustrates our commitment to innovation and design in the furling system manufacturing. All the kit elements have been carefully designed for easy and simple use featuring; new webbing to furling line swivel, adapted stanchion blocks, large diameter drum and torlon ball bearings.

LOW BASE fitted with short link plates gives maximum luff length

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HIGH RESISTANCE WEBBING Low stretching webbing resistant against U.V. and high loads

FlatDeck

WEBBING FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Safety - Innovation - Performance

SWIVEL : NEW DESIGN SMOOTH ROTATION - Torlon® ball bearing; - light and sturdy.

LS/LX CONVERSION INTO FlatDeck The new FlatDeck system has been designed to give Facnor customers the possibility to upgrade their classic Facnor furling system* by adding a new FD drum. *

LS/LX/RX

HALYARD DEFLECTOR WHEEL

“R” OR “SX” FOIL SECTIONS Two types of sections according to navigation : “R” (elliptical) or “SX” (rounded section). See page 19 & 28.

FACNOR

INTERNAL TURNBUCKLE FITTING (delivered in the standard kit)

360° ROTATING TACK FITTING Fitted with torlon® balls, this system takes up automatically the sail fullness when furling and offers a better sail shape when it is partially furled. >> PRE-FITTED

WEBBING TO THE

WEBBING LINE KIT

FURLING LINE SWIVEL

- Swivel (Stainless steel / bronze); - Webbing (from 10 to 27 m.) 360° furling line; - Standard - Blocks.

This high resistance swivel (more than 1 ton load) prevents the webbing from twisting. The oblong design of the swivel guarantees a free run.

A D VA N TA G E S

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Maximum power when you start furling in

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Maximum luff thanks to the low profile drum

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No risk of overriding

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Perfect guiding of the webbing

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Pre-fitted webbing line kit with blocks

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360° rotating tack fitting (LX & RX)

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Matching with LS/LX/RX models

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Resistant webbing (more than 1 ton load) and

against ultra violet rays ■

Easy installation (bottom telescopic section)

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FlatDeck

WEBBING FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Safety - Innovation - Performance E A S Y I N S TA L L AT I O N W E B B I N G A N D D R U M

LESS

Webbing fitting : the webbing kit delivered enables a quick and simple installation. Regarding the way the furling webbing/line runs on the deck, your Facnor agent will suggest you the most adapted solution.

EF F

Furling system assembly : the swapping kit element offers different installation schemes. Like LS/LX/RX ranges (see page 14), the drum fitting depends on the forestay terminal. You can even change your LX/LS/RX drum for a FlatDeck one with keeping the existing foil sections. If queries, your Facnor agent will be pleased to explain the possible configuration.

>> NO OVERLAPPING FURLING LINE

Compactness : the gain in luff length with low profile FD

WEBBING

luf f Ma xim um

Fla tDe ck

drum is obvious (see chart below). To achieve this aim, the base of the drum has been lowered and standard link plates are short (54mm, FD110).

>> WEBBING TO FURLING LINE SWIVEL Mi n.

we bb ing

ROPE

rop e

FD Dimension chart

>> SPECIAL STANCHION BLOCKS

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Allow the swivel and the webbing to run correctly through.

E J

MODEL

E+J

FD90 FD110

136

FD170 FD190

158

FD210 FD230

158

FD280 FD310

105

182

FlatDeck

WEBBING FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Safety- Innovation - Performance C O M P L E T E S TA N D A R D K I T

FD Standard kit : it includes drum/internal turnbuckle fitting/short link plates/foil sections & connectors / swivel as well as a furling line/webbing kit (the webbing is connected to the line with a swivel and specific stanchion blocks are delivered). The FD furling systems is divided in two main ranges, one orientated towards regatta with the “RX” elliptical sections (lighter and aerodynamic) and the other one towards cruising with “SX” round comfortable sections (see the different sections page 28).

“ R A C I N G /C R U I S I N G ” F D R A N G E Racing / Cruising navigation program Photo Credit : JBoats / J111

Parameters / Model ELLIPTICAL SECTIONS

FD 110

FD 190

Boat length (feet) (meters)

26’ to 29’ 8 to 9 m

29’ to 39’ 9 to 12 m

SECTION : weight/meter

R 14 451 g

R 24 555 g

R 26 641 g

R 34 991 g

Max Forestay ø* (mm)

ø 7* 9/32” (closed turnbuckle cage if open cage ø > 24mm)

ø 8* 5/16”

ø 10* 3/8”

ø 12,7* 1/2”

Halyard swivel

CHD 14

CHD 24

CHD 26

CHD 34

FD 230

FD 310

36’ to 43’ 41’ to 60’ 11 to 13 m 12,5 to 18 m

* necessary to have removable eye or turnbuckle

“R” retro-fitting : Facnor offers to the owners of 26 to 60’ racing boat equipped with Facnor “R/RX” furling system (R sections) to switch for an FD drum (FD110, FD190, FD230, FD310).

“COMFORT -CRUISING” FD RANGE Comfort/cruising navigation program Parameters / Model ROUNDED SECTIONS Boat length (feet) (meters)

FD 90

FD 170

20’ to 26’ 24’ to 36’ 5,5 to 8 m 7,5 to 11 m

SECTION : weight/meter

SX 25 577 g

Max Forestay ø (mm)

ø5 5/32”

Halyard swivel

CHD 25

SX 33 658 g

FD 210

FD 280

29’ to 43’ 9 to 13 m

38’ to 60’ 11,5 to 18 m

SX 39 914 g

SX 47 1095 g

ø 6 / ø7* ø 8 / ø10* ø 12 / ø14* 1/4” - 9/32” 5/16” - 3/8” 1/2” - 9/16” CHD 33

CHD 39

CHD 47

* necessary to have removable eye or turnbuckle

“SX” retro-fitting: Boat owners possessing a Facnor LS/LX furling equipment (SX sections) can enjoy the comfort and performance brought by the drum FD models (FD90 FD170, FD210, FD280). For further information, please contact your Facnor agent. / 19 w w w . f a c n o r. c o m

CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Continuous line & maximum luf f The RC furling range is fitted with a low profile drum giving a maximum luff length. The continuous line wheel generates a constant torque and prevents line from overlapping. These specific performances and safety features combined with sturdiness, have lead to a wide reputation specially for single-handed sailing. The RC low drum design meets the satisfaction of the most requiring sailors who like discreet and neat products.

EFFICIENT

AESTHETIC

Our experience in designing continuous line furlers

n the past the continuous line furling systems used to be fitted on Gennaker furlers or Headsail structural furlers. However, they are now available on the RC headsail reefing systems. Compared to a conventional drum, the advantages of a continuous line system are numerous: a bigger luff available, greater furling power due to a larger diameter drum, no risk of overriding. A technology directly developed from racing Gennaker furlers or "structural systems" (structural furler, see page 10) fitted on Open 60's. Furthermore, this model can be fitted on existing Facnor reefing system (R range).

LUFF

Con vent iona l dru m

RC m odel “max imum luff ”

Photo Classic 35 - David Réard

MAXIMUM

Tack point on classic drum

Tack point on RC drum

Deck fixation point

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MAXIMUM LUFF

CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM The large diameter of the continuous line drum increases the furling power and reduces the efforts. It also prevents the furling line from overriding.

CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Photo Credit : © Ed Tadzik / Southern Cross Spars

Continuous line & maximum luf f BEARING BOX Components: stainless steel thrust bearing and two fibered polymer bearing (LS/LX/RX models)

FACNOR ■

A D VA N TA G E S

Maximised luff thanks to low profile drum : the Genoa outhaul follows the deck

HEAD FOIL : RACING ELLIPTICAL SECTIONS This range of aerodynamic sections offers a good penetration in the air and the double-groove allows changing the sail easily. The "R" section improves the performance of the RC continuous line system.

Furling power increased

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A constant pull supplied by the furling line

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Easy handling

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Low profile design

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Internal housing for turnbuckle

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Waterproof bearings

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Simple installation as a classic Facnor furling system

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Eliminates risk of furling line overriding

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Possible adaptation on former "S" or "R" sections

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Rotating tack fitting with torlon® ball bearings to

take up sail fullness ■

Large range : RC100, RC180, RC220, RC300

Photo : A 35 - Ettore Yachting

Photo : Loftboats

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SIMPLE FITTING & EASY ACCESS TO THE TURNBUCKLE Easy access to the turnbuckle. This fitting system of the drum allows to quickly check the forestay bottom parts. FURLING LINE EXIT Allows guiding the furling line around the clam cleat without any risk of wearing / 21 w w w . f a c n o r. c o m

CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Continuous line & maximum luf f R C F U R L I N G S Y S T E M F I T T I N G T O Y O U R B O AT

MODEL

RC 100 m

Boat Length

feet

RC 180

RC 220

RC 300

8 to 9 m 9 to 12 m 11 to 13 m 12,5 to 18 26’ to 30’ 30’ to 40’ 38’ to 43’ + 43’

Max. Forestay ø

7* 9/32”*

8* 5/16”*

10* 3/8”*

12,7* 1/2”*

SECTION : Weight per meter

R 14 451 g

R 24 555 g

R26 641 g

R 34 991 g

Standard length section

2M 6’8”

Halyard swivel

CX 14

CX 24

CX 26

CX 34

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OPTION spliced furling line

* removable eye or turnbuckle

S I M P L E

RC 220

I N S TA L L AT I O N

Easy access to the turnbuckle : The new RC continuous line furling and reefing system can be fitted either on a rigging screw or an eye/link plate terminal. The ring fitting at the bottom of the drum allows an easy and quick access to the forestay terminal for a simple check or a slight adjustment. This ring fitting sets separately the forestay from the drum. By removing a few screws, the drum can be lifted up. Moreover, this fitting contributes to an additional articulation of the furling system that eases the drum bearings.

Ring fitting

Bottom eye or rigging screw Insulating ring Screw Fixing pin Toggle Chain plate

SAILOR TIP “ H a l ya rd s l a c k … ” Pierre Legoff, Sparcraft Te c h n i c a l a n d P ro d u c t E x p e r t

“I

t is not because the Genoa is fitted with a furling system that the halyard cannot be slack when sailing downwind or by light wind (and inversely), in order to improve boat performance. Also, after cruising or racing, one should not forget to slacken the halyard when back at berth, this will usefully release tension in the sail, sheaves and above all the swivel.”

Internal turnbuckle fitting Forestay terminal

Rotating tack fitting

Ring fitting

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Installation with Eye terminal

Furling line exits

CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

Continuous line & maximum luf f EXAMPLE

FOR

I N S TA L L AT I O N

See the example of how the continuous furling line can run on the deck (to be adjusted according to the boat deck plan). In this case, you can put a slight tension into the furling line and use the winch.

Continuous furling line installed with a jammer

MINIMUM

DIMENSIONS

Turnbuckle

ø Co n line tinuous drum

“RC” drum dimensions MODEL

ø mechanism

ø Furling line

RC 100

ø 165

ø8

RC 180

ø 220

ø8

RC 220

ø 220

ø8

RC 300

ø 271

ø 10

D = diameter of internal turnbuckle fitting

A = distance between the tack and the fixation points

*D = inner diameter

SAILOR TIP Charly Fernbach Chantier Structure Salesman

photo credit : Mathéophoto - Pogo 10.50 / Structures

“L

ike others, I will recommend to secure the reefing line with a stopper and to keep the line under tension. Specially by strong wind, furling in the sail tight and then keep the sheets tightened downwards. ”.

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ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FURLING SYSTEMS

RMEJ Comfor table sailing

Facnor offers a range of motorized furling and reefing systems for any boat over 9 meters. With these electric furling systems, the headsail becomes easy to handle from the cockpit with any abrupt interruption. This secured device will make your cruising very pleasantâ&#x20AC;Ś photo credit : CONRAD / Conrad 66

uality: our new motor blocks are CNC machined from one piece of aluminium and protected with a hard anodising (40 microns) like all Facnor products. They are also waterproof and therefore maintenance free. Use: the furling device is small and compact but supplies enough power to furl quickly the Genoa. The drive belt transmission is smoother, more powerful and more efficient than conventional gearboxes. The Facnor electric furling systems are delivered complete with sections, electric furling device, pin and link plates.

RMEJ RATIO MOTOR : MAINTENANCE FREE The worm gear ensures that the reefed sail does not unfurl. This gear is permanently lubricated and does not require heavy maintenance. The electric furling gear operates quietly thanks to the high precision machining of each part. Incidently, the gear can rotate either clockwise or anticlockwise

BOXTRON RELAY SYSTEM This separate relay box eases the installation and wire connections for the motorization (see page 27)

COMPACT & ELEGANT MOTORIZED UNIT

photo credit : Patrice Queyras

The aerodynamic design of the electric device does not take up too much room on the foredeck. It enables easier access to the anchor.

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RMEJ

ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FURLING SYSTEMS

Comfor table sailing USE OF THE EXISTING FORESTAY The design of the motorized device can be fitted with the existing forestay (eye or turnbuckle terminal).

photo credit : HINCKLEY 42 DS © © Phil Bennett

FACNOR

A D VA N TA G E S

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Waterproof motorized device therefore maintenance free

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Installation over the existing forestay without any modifi-

cation ■

Low sound level

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Elegant and compact

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Worm gear locks the reefed sail. This gear is

lubricated for life.

EASY LS-LX TO RMEJ CONVERSION LS/LX and RMEJ drums are fitted with the same SX foil sections. Therefore it is simple to switch from an LS/LX manual gear to an RMEJ electrical equipment.

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Quick connections with Boxtron box (optional)

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Easy switching from LS-LX manual to

RMEJ motorized reefing furler ■

Light weight

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Available in 12 or 24 volts

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The pre-drilled stainless steel link plates raise the motorized device to a suitable height in order to leave sufficient access for anchor. The link plates that adjust the motorised device can be cut to measure in order to modify the height of the tack.

SAFETY In case of power failure, the Facnor RMEJ furling system is fitted with a manual back- up device so that you can use a winch handle or alternatively our emergency continuous line system (see page 27).

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ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FURLING SYSTEMS

RMEJ Comfor table sailing

T H E E L E C T R I C F U R L I N G G E A R S U I TA B L E T O Y O U R B O AT ELECTRIC MODEL BOAT LENGTH Max. forestay Ø (*turnbuckle necessary)

m feet

RMEJ 1.02 SX 39

RMEJ 1.02 SX 47

RMEJ 2.02 SX 53

9 to 13 m 30’ to 42’

12 to 18 m 40’ to 60’

+ 16 m + 55’

8 mm - 10 mm* 12 mm - 14 mm* 3/8” 9/16”

14 mm and + + 9/16”

SECTION REF

SX39

SX47

SX53

POWER

400 w**

900 w**

SWIVEL REF

CX 39

CX 47

CX 53

** This power develops high performance while consuming low energy, therefore saving batteries.

SECTIONS & SWIVELS

SX SECTIONS The sections fitted on RMEJ electric system are the same as on the LS/LX range (see page 28). These performance sections ensure a torque resistance even under high loads.

CX SWIVELS The swivels feature the same quality as the swivel delivered with the RC racing range. They are fitted with bearing box (see page 12 & 13).

USE OF THE EXISTING FORESTAY The hollow inside of the motorized device allows fitting the existing forestay (even with a turnbuckle bottom terminal). If necessary, it is possible to install the furling gear with the forestay fixed on the mast head. You only need to remove the bottom fixation pin of the forestay (in some cases, you may need to add extra accessories at the bottom of the forestay, see drawing below).

TOGGLE

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photo credit : CONRAD / Conrad 66

Included in the standard kit

RMEJ

ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FURLING SYSTEMS

Boxtron relay systems & emergency systems B O X T R O N R E L AY S Y S T E M S

The BOXTRON system is a pre-assembled box containing all electrical components necessary for operating the electric furling gear. This compact system provides added protection for your boat electrical installation. It is available in two versions: “TELE” (wire) or “RADIO” control. BOXTRON RELAY SYSTEM advantages : ■ Protection from overloads by an adjustable electronic cut-out device with automatic reset. ■ Sound alarm in case of failure. Control LED’s. ■ Furling begins slowly then increases quickly with accelerated ramp up. ■ Available in two versions: “tele” and “radio” control".

The boxtron system (box above) can be supplied in “tele” or “radio” (wireless) control. In this case, the box cover includes the “radio” device.

EMERGENCY

SYSTEM

OPTION

Operating in any circumstances The “FACNOR emergency system” is made up of a notched drive wheel and a continuous line. If an electrical failure were to occur, this device allows the operator to quickly and easily furl in the headsail(standing one meter behind). As the wheel is flat, it is possible to fit it even with a narrow pulpit access. The accelerated emergency operation is an additional safety feature, especially in tough weather conditions. An innovative device with safety at the forefront.

Simple and efficient The Facnor emergency system is fitted like the emergency handle, with a standard square drive winch socket. Once the wheel is fixed, stand one meter behind the pulpit and pull the continuous line to manually operate the furling system.

TECHNICAL ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

F E AT U R E S

Corrosion proof Auto-locking fitting on to the furling unit Adaptable on any standard model of electric/hydraulic furlers Constant torque when furling Headsail and mainsail easily and quickly furled in case of engine failure Shorter than a winch handle then less close to the pulpit 12 mm diameter line and protection bag included in delivery

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CONNECTIONS & SECTIONS FOR FURLERS

SX & R

Facnor ranges conversion

STURDINESS

The SX or R foil sections are common to all Facnor reefing furlers : classic drum (LS, LX, RX), continuous line drum (RC), webbing drum (FD) and motorized drum (RMEJ). So you can easily switch from one model of drum to another one (SX to SX, R to R).

HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYAMID BEARING Protects the forestay and prevents from wearing

CONNECTORS WITH HIGH TORQUE RESISTANCE

CNC MACHINED HOLES Insuring the sections to be perfectly aligned

Guarantee a great rigidity at the section connections

MATERIAL INSULATED Screws covered with tuff lock ® (blocking and insulating product)

Standard section length 2 m ( 6’8”)

2 METER ANODISED EXTRUDED ALUMINIUM SECTIONS Type of aluminium : série 6000

TELESCOPIC SECTIONS Allows adjusting the section length. Like the connectors, the telescopic section offers a high torque resistance

HEAD

FOILS

SX 25 / SX 33 / SX 39 / SX 47 / SX 53 ROUNDED SECTIONS (LS LX RANGES): The SX twin groove foil sections, round shaped, offer smooth furling as well as a high rigidity. We recommend a 5mm finished luff tape.

ø = 6mm

SX25

SX33

SX39

SX47

SX53

28,5

32,6

41,5

51,5

59,6 ø = 8 mm

R14 / R24 / R26 / R34 ELLIPTICAL SECTIONS:

ø = 5,5 mm

ø = 7 mm

This range of sections offers a good aerodynamics and the double-groove allows easy sail changing. We recommend a 5mm finished luff tape except for the R14 (4.5 mm).

R14

R24

R26

R34

34,5

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ø = 7 mm

14-100T STRUCTURAL STAYFURLERS TEXTILE FORESTAY (40’ to +70’) P30-31

The structural furler - unlike the Gennaker furler - supports both mast and sail loads. The Facnor 14-100T systems are fitted with anti-twist fiber forestay from 40 footers. Their reliability widely tested on ocean races has enabled Facnor to enlarge the range from 14 to 100 tons. The different STG 3T, must be fitted with a classic wire forestay from 24 to 30 footers.

GENOA

>> Structural furler : the in/out furling systems

S TAY S A I L

S T R U C T U R A L S TAY F U R L E R S

3T Photo Credit : matheophoto - Pogo10.50 Structures

3-4T STG STRUCTURAL WIRE FURLERS (24 to 30’) P32

1 4 - 1 0 0 T & S T G 3 - 4 T S T R U C T U R A L S TAY F U R L E R S

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S T R U C T U R A L S TAY F U R L E R S

14-100 T

Furling power & performance Facnor has adapted the Open 60’ Staysail furlers to other ranges of fast racing boats. These structural furlers support mast loads and can entirely furl in and out headsails (such as Solent, Staysail, Genoa). This system particularly dedicated to serials of racing boats, like Class 40’ already widely equipped, is also suitable for ocean cruising yachts.

IN/OUT

FURLING

SYSTEMS

nlike the headsail furling and reefing system, but like the Gennaker furler, the structural wire furler does not allow to reef the sail. This “in/out” system offers an optimum cut of the sail. However, unlike a Gennaker furler, it is structural: it holds the mast at the front. The forestay, traditionally in high quality textile fibres, turns. The furling principle is simple: by pulling the continuous line, the drum generates the rotation to the thimble of the textile forestay and the attached tack of the sail. Easy and efficient. This is the reason why this furling gear has been chosen by Class 40’ and 60’ skippers.

MAXIMUM

LUFF

LIGHTNESS

The structural wire furler offers the same advantages as the continuous line drum: a constant furling power, a maximum luff thanks to the low profile drum that keeps the jib tack low. Extra feature: the weight saved (up to 2 times lighter than a conventional furling system). Ideal for “racing” boats or Cruising/Racing boats!

MADE FROM A SINGLE ALUMINIUM BLOCK The continuous line drum is made from a single aluminium block that is CNC machined in order to offer a high resistance

TWO POSSIBLE ASSEMBLIES The Facnor structural furlers can be assembled with a classic thimble fitted into a jaw or with a threaded thimble screwed into the drum (Navtec screwed device on the drawing below)

BOTTOM TERMINAL

Photo Credit : matheophoto - Pogo10.50 Structures

allows to fit the continuous line drum to the foredeck chain plate (Directly integrated to the drum)

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FURLING LINE EXIT Allows to guide and keeps the furling line around the drum

S T R U C T U R A L S TAY F U R L E R S

14-100 T Furling power & performance

TACK EYE

HEAD SWIVEL

for the fixation of the swivel at the head of the mast (delivered)

Joins the wire and the mast, this swivel enables the wire to turn and supports the mast loads

ANTI-TWIST STRUCTURAL STAY It supports the mast and also transmits the rotation of the bottom drum to the top swivel

FACNOR ■

A D VA N TA G E S

Saving in weight (up to 5 times lighter than a conventional furling system)

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STAY TERMINAL

Product conception based on a system tested in ocean races, waterproof and therefore maintenance free

(THIMBLE OR THREADED CONNECTION)

The terminal (against a thimble) transfers efficiently the furling rotation of the torque rope.

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Constant and great furling power thanks to the continuous line drum

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Maximum luff thanks to the low profile drum : the Genoa outhaul reaches the deck

CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM

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Simple installation

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Resistant to heavy loads

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Possibility to tighten the halyard with a 2-to-1 block at the bottom

The large diameter of the continuous line drum increases the furling power and reduces efforts. And it also prevents the furling line from overriding.

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Mechanisms/wire connections:

thimble fitted in a jaw or wire terminal (Navtec type) screwed in the drum/swivel Photo Credit : © Matheophoto.com / Pogo

T H E W I R E F U R L E R S U I TA B L E T O Y O U R B O AT Parameters / Furler model

14 T

20 T

24 T

31 T

40 T

54 T

Boat length (feet)

40’

45’

50’

60/70’

70’

Kevlar wire breaking loads*

14 T

20 T

24 T

31 T

40 T

54 T

75 T

100T

ROD equivalence

-17

-22

-30

-40

-48

-60

-76 & -90

-115 & -150

27 T

35 T

Wire 1x19mm equivalence (mm) Kevlar wire working loads (safety coefficient x 2)**

10 mm 12 mm 14 mm 16 mm 19 mm 22 mm 5T

11T

14 T

20 T

75 T

100 T +70’

*model name = Kevlar stay breaking loads ** If we replace a metal wire or a rod forestay by a textile wire, this one will be largely over dimensioned, as the essential criteria to choose the model is not the solidity but the resistance against stretching. This is why the safety coefficient is so high.

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WIRE FURLERS

24 to 30 feet4 units STG FROM 24 TO 30 FEET Top stainless steel toggle Fixes the top swivel on the mast (included) Head swivel Joins the wire and the mast, this swivel allows the wire to turn and supports the loads

STG functioning :

For smaller sailboats, the STG is a wire structural furler, light and easy to install. Just add a metal wire with terminals to the STG furling kit including a continuous line drum, deck+mast toggles, head swivel connected to the mast, and a halyard swivel connected to the sail head/halyard.

The STG advantages: - up to 5 times lighter than a conventional furling system; - waterproof bearing and maintenance free; - Maximum luff thanks to the continuous line drum; - Simple installation, sail fitted on snap shackles; - Strong (3 and 4 tons loads).

Thrust bearing with Torlon® ball bearings. Twin rim joints proofing against salted water and sun light

photo credit : Kyansailing - CB66 Racer

Continuous line drum (see previous page)

Model

Boat length

Forestay ø

STG 3T

from 7,5 to 9,5 meters from 23 to 31’

ø 5 mm or ø 6 mm 5/32” or 1/4”

STG 4T

from 8 to 10 meters from 25 to 32’

according to boat type

ø 7 mm 9/32

Breaking load

Halyard swivel Stainless steel wire ø 5 to ø 7 mm (not included). Sail fitted with hanks or zip luff. Link plates Allows adjusting the length of the forestay that is easily removed. Ideal for unstepping operations)

Bottom stainless steel toggle

Drum ø

3 tons 6673 lbs

119 mm*

4 tons 8818 lbs

227 mm

* in comparison, it is 1mm smaller than a Cd-Rom

5 mm to ø 7 mm STAINLESS STEEL WIRE The stainless steel wire is not delivered with the kit. We recommend reliable, strong and high quality products of Sparcraft Rigging, joint company of the Losange Group.

Stainless steel wire (type 1x19) used on 3-4 T Facnor wire furler

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ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS

>> Sailing fast and safe

Photo Credit : Shipman / Shipman 50

In regatta each second saved while handling sails is important. A long experience in supplying top high quality racing Gennaker furlers has led Facnor to be a reliable partner for the fastest sailing boats. Facnor has kept the same innovative spirit in developing a full range of furlers : the FX for Code zero/Gennakers and the Asym-FX for the asymmetric Spinnakers. As a complementary equipment to flying sails, the Sparcraft innovative bowsprit makes cruising easier.

FX GENNAKER & CODE ZERO FURLERS P34-38

BOWSPRITS

P39

GENNAKER, CODE ZERO & ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER

CODE ZERO, GENNAKER &

AFX ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS P40-42

F X

A S Y M

F X

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CODE 0 AND GENNAKER FURLERS

Sailing fast and safe The widely installed FX range enables Gennaker and Code 0 sails to be hoisted easily, quickly and safely. Removable furling line and quick fastenings give an even greater ease of use. The neat design gives lightness to the high resistance mechanisms: the FX furlers let you benefit from the race developed technology for a more comfortable cruising.

FX Flying sail furlers : Comfortable sailing

ike the structural furler, the Code zero & Gennaker furler is an in/out system that does not allow reefing of the sail. The anti-twist rope is captive within the sail luff tape. The sail head and tack are seized to thimbles. These are fixed to the swivel and the drum with quick-release pins. The advantage is the quick installation. The furled sail can quickly be stored after use. With the Code zero & Gennaker furler, no more knots with the Spinnaker around the forestay: in light wind the Code zero & Gennaker can be quickly hoisted and unfurled. This is perfect when you are sailing downwind: with Facnor the performance is worry free!

SAFETY PIN to release or secure the thimble (drum & swivel)* * for FX 2500, 4500 & 7000 models

A STRONG ONE-BLOCK DRUM The main body of the drum is made of one aluminium block and is CNC machined. (sturdier than a casting part).

SAILOR TIP “FURLING LINE TIGHTEN & ROPE...” Christian Chardonnal Skipper of “Neurodon” (Class 40’)

“W

hen racing, we attach a piece of rope at the clew of the Gennaker that the foredeck crew member easily grabs in order to quickly jibe. When sailing single handed we recommend to keep the reefing line under tension so that the sail does not furl out without control”. blog : http://lesloustikspourleneurodon.blogspot.com web : http://www. neurodon.com

REMOVABLE FURLING LINE

CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM This system eliminates furling line overrides.

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QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FX furlers are fitted with quick fastening device (see p.36).

CODE 0 AND GENNAKER FURLERS

SWIVEL Available in different versions (ex. Two-to-one version, advantage : optimal halyard tension)

Photo Credit : Shipman / Shipman 50

Sailing fast and safe

FACNOR ■

A D VA N TA G E S

Handy : removable furling line without any mechanical operation, possibility to leave the furling line fitted alongside the deck

THIMBLE - Stainless steel for FX2500/4500 models - Aluminium for FX7000/12000/20000 models (options p. 38)

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Lightness : optimized system and ultracompact

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Easily installed and stored (the continuous

drum is fitted with quick-release-pin fastenings ). ■

Sturdiness : strong one-block drum

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Maintenance free : high protection of the mechanisms

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Stainless steel guide insures a smooth and perfect run

of the furling line ■

TORQUE ROPE It transfers efficiently the furling rotation from the drum to the swivel. The torque rope is captive within the sail luff tape.

Continuous line drum: low profile design (just above

deck), i.e. a maximum sail luff ■

Design neat and purified on all the range

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Large range of fitting options : 2-to-1 swivel, special

textile shackles, Thimble,...

(supplied on request)

(See page 38) REMOVABLE FURLING LINE

GUIDE/RUBBER RING CONCEPT

/ Remove

1-3

2-2 Put on

Thanks to a clever innovation, the continuous furling line can be quickly removed without any complication. This special feature offers the advantage that the furling line can remain on the deck for further use. There is no need to remove the stanchion blocks. Just remove the furler and the furled sail. rubber ring to allow the continuous line furler

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CODE ZERO AND GENNAKER FURLERS

Sailing fast and safe USE CONDITIONS OF THE FURLER

Use conditions : The use range of the sails as shown on the diagram opposite varies with the force of the wind. We can mainly bear in mind that the FX furlers are better adapted for use with flying headsails between beam and broad reach (i.e. Code Zero and Gennaker). The complementary use with closer reach headsails is possible, however, under certain conditions (see p. 37). Please contact the closest Facnor agent for further advice.

Installation of the Code zero and Gennaker furler: the short sequence below shows how easily the Gennaker furler is installed : E

- Lie the Gennaker furled on the deck, fit the bottom thimble onto the drum (fig 1&2); - Fit the upper thimble onto the swivel (fig 3), and adjust the bowsprit (fig 4); - Hoist (fig 5), unfurl while controlling the sheet (fig 6). Ready ! Note: always keep the reefing line under tension and fit a line stopper. Lower the furled sail after use.

F U R L I N G L I N E A N D FA S T E N I N G D E V I C E S

Removing the furling line : “as easy as abc” : Thanks to a clever innovation, the continuous furling line can be quickly removed without any complication. This special feature offers the advantage that the furling line can remain on the deck for further use. There is no need to remove The intermediate models are the stanchion blocks. Just remove the furler and the furled sail. fitted with a safety-clip device

Easy installed and stored : The continuous drum is fitted with quickrelease-pin fastenings (snap shackles or special textile shackles) that make for quick and easy installation and removal of the Gennaker or Code 0. Quick - release - pin fastenings : The sail can be removed from the furler in one "click". Fitted with : Push-pin (FX 12 000 & FX 20 000 models) New safety-clip fastening (FX 2500, 4500, & 7000 models) G-ring (FX 900 & 1500 models)

Easy change and re-use of continuous line furler As it is very simple to remove the sail from the furler and to fit the block option on to the swivel, the Gennaker can be quickly changed for the staysail if needed*. Furthermore, it is also easy to store the sail and clean the furler mechanism. * provided that the loads are equivalent for both sails

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SAILOR TIP Bernard de Ravignan Nantes Shipshandler

“T

ighten well the Gennaker luff before furling and secure the reefing line so that the sail does not furl out without any control.”.

CODE ZERO AND GENNAKER FURLERS

Sailing fast and safe THE STANDARD CODE 0 AND GENNAKER FURLER (DRUM)

FXT

The Standard Code zero & gennaker furler (FXT) includes a drum as on the classic headsail furling systems. The drum is fitted with a shackle or a jaw at the top (tack) and with a snap shackle at the bottom (deck fixing). It is quickly installed and removed after use. Able to support high loads, the “SDG STD” model helps to furl easily a Gennaker or a flying sail. The mechanism of the drum and the swivel are made of aluminium and fitted with steel bearings protected by waterproof joints (maintenance free). An alternative solution for users who prefer a discontinuous furling line. The main criteria to select the FXT model is the loads of the sail (see below) : FXT MODEL

FXT 4500

FXT 7000

Boat length

9,5 à 16 31’ to 55’

+ 16 + 55’

Max. sail area

100 m2 1073 ft2

200 m2 2147 ft2

Safe Working Load*

4 500 Kg 9921 lbs

7 000 Kg 15432 lbs

FXT CUSTOM

on request

* The S.W.L. is the maximum safe working load over which distortions of the furler can appear. This load is approx. 50% of the breaking load (depending on models)

■ The swivel and the drum are fitted with the same bearings (top shackle for halyard fitting).

T H E G E N N A K E R C O N T I N U O U S L I N E F U R L E R FX

The continuous line Code zero & gennaker furler (FX) are made of two main components, one flat continous line drum and one swivel. This model eliminates the override of the furling line (no overlapping round the drum). The low profile design of the drum allows a maximum luff and the large diameter gives more furling power. It is half weight of a standard Gennaker furler. The new opening guide makes the Fx furler easier to use. Facnor offers a wide range of gennaker furlers suitable from 6.50 up to the mega-yachts. Facnor, as originator of Gennaker continuous line furlers, has the longest experience in this type of products.

The main criteria to select the FX model is the loads of the sail (see below) : FX MODEL Boat length

FX 900 m feet

FX 1500

FX 2500

FX 4500

FX 7000

FX 12000

FX 20000

+ 20 m + 70’

+ 25 m + 82’

350 m2 3770 ft2

+ 500 m2 + 5380 ft2

6 to 10,5 m 10 to 12 m 12 to 14 m 13 to 16 m 16 to 20 m 20’ to 30’ 30’ to 40’ 40’ to 45’ 42’ to 55’ 55’ to 70’

Sail area advised

30 m2 322 ft2

55 m2 590 ft2

80 m2 861 ft2

140 m2 1500 ft2

Safe Working Load*

900 kg 1984 lbs

1,5 ton 3306 lbs

2,5 tons 5511 lbs

4,5 tons 9920 lbs

250 m2 2690 ft2

7 tons 12 tons 20 tons 15 432 lbs 26 455 lbs 44 100 lbs

* The S.W.L. is the maximum safe working load over which distortions of the furler can appear. This load is approx. 50% of the breaking load (depending on models)

S TAY S A I L F I T T E D O N F X F U R L E R S

A Staysail can be fitted on a FX furler : in this configuration, we recommend to install a 2-to-1 block (halyard better tighten and less tension in the mast). See next page.

The main criteria to select the FX model is the loads of the sail (see below) : FX MODEL

FX 1500

FX 2500

FX 4500

FX 7000

Staysail area maxi. (à titre indicatif )

20 m2 20 ft2

30 m2 322 ft2

50 m2 538 ft2

70 m2 753 ft2

Safe Working Load*

1,5 tons

2,5 tons

4,5 tons

7 tons

Staysail

We remind you that an adapted deck attachment must be installed

over 70’ boat, it is highly recommended to fit a structural furler (see page 29)

* The S.W.L. is the maximum safe working load over which distortions of the furler can appear. This load is approx. 50% of the breaking load (depending on models)

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CODE ZERO AND GENNAKER FURLERS OPTIONS

Blocks, thimbles, sheaves, pin fastenings

ode Zeros and Gennakers are finished with luff ropes that provide the sail with strength to handle the high halyard load required for proper function. Facnor furlers are designed with this important feature in mind and we manufacture thimbles that fit the jaw of the furler to accommodate different luff ropes. The FX code zero and gennaker furlers are designed with an open jaw to transmit the twist of the luff rope.

2-to-1 swivel (Example of staysail installation)

The thimbles Luff ropes finished with Facnor lightweight aluminum thimbles fit the exact inside dimension of the jaw on the furler for a clean finish at the tack and head. The thimble and luff rope quickly transfer the furling action from the drum to the luff for tight and even furling. Facnor thimbles are CNC machined from a Thimble solid block of aluminum so they resist crushing under high loads. pict.1 Consult with your sailmaker to find the best luff rope configuration for your boat. However, you can be sure that Facnor makes thimbles that will suit your needs :

Thimble pict.1

Torque Rope

Thimble pict.1

Custom thimble pict.2

standard thimbles : FX 2500 to FX 20000 - Stainless steel (rep.1) for FX2500/4500 models; - aluminium for FX7000/12000/20000 models; NS latching thimbles (rep.2).

2-to-1 swivel

Blocks and sheaves : Often high halyard loads are required to properly sail with Code Zeros so Facnor offer many variations of 2 to 1 fittings. Compact sheaves integrated into the halyard swivel reduce weight aloft and increase luff length while a block installed on the bottom of the drum can reduce the amount of mast compression. Many options are available to accommodate any specific need.

FX 2500 FX 4500 FX 7 000 FX 12 000 FX 20 000

Quick - release - pin fastenings : FX furlers can be fitted with different quick fastening device : loops, snapshackles, shackles, ... Furling line

FX 7 000 FX 12 000 FX 20 000

FX 900 FX 1500 FX 2 500 FX 4 500

COVERS FOR CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM AND SWIVELS

Continuous line drum covers : The new Facnor FX and Asym FX cover is ideal for protecting your continuous line furlers from deck impacts. The cover is made of padded PVC and assembled with thick and strong strips. Thanks to hook-and-loop fasteners the cover is quickly fitted. Standard available for the FX & Asym-FX 2500, FX & Asym-FX 4500, FX & Asym-FX 7000 (other cover model on request).

Swivel covers : they have the same features as the covers of the continuous line drum but with additional benefit of securing the mast and the sailing crew. Standard available for FX 2500, FX & FXT 4500, FX & FXT 7000.

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Cover for continuous line drum (photo : Asym-FX)

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R E M O VA B L E B O W S P R I T

For Code zero, Gennaker and asymmetric Spinnaker furlers Facnor offers a Sparcraft range of bowsprits. Easily removed from the deck these innovative spars can be fitted on sailing boats from 25 to 57 feet. They have been specially designed for Gennakers/Code zero or asymmetric Spinnakers. The deck fixing device allows a free foredeck when arriving at the harbour or mooring.

Photo Credit : Jacques Vapillon / Dufour Yachts

R E M O VA B L E B O W S P R I T

Simple and easy functionning

“ PA R K I N G ”

Easy fixation thanks to an automatic locking device on deck fixing blocks;

WORKING POSITION

Simple installation (only a short backwards movement is needed to fit the bowsprit on the deck);

Deck fixing block

Ergonomic design

Quick removal and storage on a third fixing block;

End fitting has an integral machined sheave;

Integrated line stopper for holding the tackline;

Integrated line stopper

Bridle attachment integrated in the front end fitting design;

The locking system incorporates an anti-theft device.

Aluminium bowsprit with special end fittings : bridle attachment at the front and fixing block device at the back (delivered pre-installed);

Adjustable Central fixing collar;

Deck fixing blocks.

Bridle attachment The central fixing collar is captive from the bowsprit but it is removable from the fixing block. The foredeck is therefore totally free (no more fixed collar in the way).

Complete kit including :

fitted-in sheave

Te c h n i c a l d a t a s section ø Total length Minimum length Maximum length (mm) Alu. (mm - feet) inside (mm-feet) outside (mm) ø 70 ø 80 ø 90 ø 100

1600 - 5’3” 1800 - 5’10” 1900 - 6’2” 2000 - 6’6”

800 - 2’7” 900 - 2’11” 950 - 3’1” 1000 - 3’3”

25-36’ 36-40’ 40-47’ 48-57’

60 82 102 130 / 150*

37* 52* 65* 105*

FX & Asym-FX equipment 1500/2500 2500/4500 4500/7000** 4500/7000**

*with bridles ** FX7000 with snapshakle option

Options Working deck fitting

Use example Maximum sail area (m2) Boat length asymmetric Gennaker (feet) Spinnaker & Code O

”Parking” deck fitting

Deck fitting cover

Stemhead fitting

Articulating toggle for Gennaker and Code zero furler

Options

(see against)

The SPARCRAFT bowsprit advantages: Easy foredeck installation and removal; Suitable for a large range of sailboats; For Code zero and Gennaker. Sparcraft Rigging, Losange group member company specialized in high level rigging, can offer you solutions for bowsprit bridles. Please contact Sparcraft agents.

www.sparcraft.com

Articulating toggle for Gennaker / Code zero furler attachment,

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Asym-FX

ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS

Simple handlings The Asym-Fx allows to furl in the asymmetric Spinnakers from the cockpit by pulling the bottom furling line. The anti-twist rope rotates up to the top end. The central line connecting the sail luff and the torque rope by the middle starts furling in. Unlike the Gennaker (Code Zero), the torque rope is not captive from the luff tape. The drum continuous furling line prevents from overriding and can be left fitted on deck or easily removed. Therefore, the furled sail is quickly ready to be used.

Regular furling (in/out) thanks to a simple system Start furling the Asymmetric Spinnaker by pulling the furling line

Furling first the centre of the luff (thanks to a central furling rope)

Then the sail is furled and can be easily lowered and removed

REMOVABLE FURLING LINE (as for the FX, see page 31)

SAILOR TIP Erick Ledoux Cherbourg Chantier Chantereyne dealer

â&#x20AC;&#x153;A

s often, a careful preparation of the sailboat eases the navigation at sea : you can adjust a strip* round the sail at the sheet position, in order to hoist safely the asymmetric Spinnaker â&#x20AC;?. * Your sailmaker can advise you

thanks to the clever design of the stainless steel guide & the rubber ring POINT ATTACHMENT

fixed on the tack or the head of the sail

FURLING LINE (REMOVABLE)

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Asym-FX

ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS

Simple handlings SWIVEL Rotating head fitting

FACNOR ■

A D VA N TA G E S

Tested mechanism (derived from Fx range of Gennaker

furlers) ■

Use of your existing asymmetric Spinnaker under cer-

tain conditions and modifications (strips+central rope)

LUFF ROPE TERMINAL with spliceless device (adjustable length)

■

Safe System to fit the anti-twist luff rope into the top

and bottom mechanisms (exact calculation of the luff rope length) ■

Maintenance free bearings

■

Stainless steel guide for a

perfect grip of the furling line

CENTRAL CONNECTION LINE LUFF ROPE/ SAIL LUFF (line + strip)

■

No risk for the furling line to

override ■

The sail tightly furled does not

put any load in the rig ■

Optional fitting (see below) :

adapted system for FX continuous

ANTI TWIST LUFF ROPE

line drum (Facnor patent).

Kevlar ® core

CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM with fitted-in rope connection (rotating tack fitting)

Option Fitting FX / ASYM-FX system suitable for use with an existing Fx furler

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Asym-FX

ASSYMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS

Optional fitting T H E A S Y M M E T R I C S P I N N A K E R F U R L E R S U I TA B L E F O R Y O U R B O AT Asym-FX MODEL

AFX 1500

AFX 2500

AFX 4500

AFX 7000

AFX 12000

20’ to 38’ 6 to 11,5 m

38’ to 45’ 11,5 to 14 m

42’ to 55’ 13 to 16 m

55’ to 70’ 16 to 20 m

+70’ + 20 m

50 m2 538 ft2

90 m2 969 ft2

170 m2 1830 ft2

270 m2 2906 ft2

500 m2 5382 ft2

Continuous line drum

395 g

986 g

1317 g

2180 g

3440 g

Swivel

250 g

531 g

755 g

990 g

1640 g

(feet) (meters)

BOAT LENGTH

Asymmetric Spinnaker area (max.) Weight

AFX

OPTIONS

AJUSTMENT OF THE TACK Facnor has developed two options in order to be able to adjust the tack of the asymmetric Spinnaker fitted with an Asym-Fx: 2to-1 block and the friction block. Both devices allow to enlarge the belly of the sail and to forward the sail further downwind.

2-to-1 BLOCK (Draw.1) 2-to-1 block

The 2-to-1 block allows to reduce the loads generated by the adjustable tack line. This option is available for the Asym-Fx 2500/4500/7000/20000 models.

FRICTION BLOCK (Draw.2) Daw.1

This cheaper option is available from the AFX1500 up to the AFX 7000 models (2-to-1 or 3-to-1 possible fittings).

● The more the two attachment points are spread, the better is the torque

Draw.2

SAILOR TIP “ADJUSTING THE TACK” P h i l i p p e To u ê t Incidences Sailmaker

Splies furling line available in 6, 8, 10, 12 et 14 mm diameter (Length: 12,16 or 20 m and further on request).

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“T

o sail closer to the wind even better, it is necessary to lower the tack of the sail, this will push forward the belly. Inversely, lift up the tack and the belly of the sail will go backwards, you will be able to sail further downwind.”

Yann Zedda

Friction block

FA C S L I D E + MAINSAIL

LOCKS FURLERS

Above a certain area, a full batten mainsail needs to be fitted with ball bearing cars for more comfortable cruising. In addition to Lazy-jacks, Facslide速 sets ease to hoist, lower and reef the mainsail. Furthermore, the new reefing locks completes cunningly this car and track device. For mainsail without any full batten, the Facnor CF furling gear remains an alternative equipment.

MAINSAIL

>> Full mainsail set :

FACSLIDE+ FULL BATTEN CAR SYSTEMS P44-46

REEFING LOCKS

P47

MAINSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS P48-50

FA C S L I D E + - L O C K S - M A I N S A I L F U R L E R S

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B AT T E N C A R S F O R F U L LY B AT T E N M A I N S A I L S

FA C S L I D E +

Hoisting, reefing and lowering effortlessly The system of recirculating ball bearing cars is designed for full batten mainsail. It helps to raise, lower and reef the sail easily. The FACSLIDE® system combined with a Lazy Bag is the installation to handle perfectly your mainsail on your own. P E R F O R M A N T & AE S T H E T I C

he FACSLIDE® system aims at “effortless sailing” like all Facnor products. The tracks (FACSLIDE® components) are easily fitted to the mast with slugs slided inside the mast

groove. - This installation requires no modification of the mast. - Different car models can be mixed together on the same FR25 tracks. This way, when the cars are down, the stack height of the sail can be kept to a minimum. - The FACSLIDE® system combined with a Lazy Bag fitting becomes the perfect fitting for solo mainsail handling.* - The cars allow adjusting the sail even when you are sailing before the wind - The FACSLIDE® components are: 2 m tracks (new), one head board car, batten and intermediate cars. * For information, a 50 m2 mainsail weights approx. 35 kg for a monohull or 70 kg for multihull.

TRACKS FITTING TO THE MAST WITHOUT MODIFICATION

Photo Credit : Outremer

The tracks are easily fixed with slugs alongside the existing mast without unstepping (see page 46)

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FA C S L I D E +

B AT T E N C A R S F O R F U L LY B AT T E N M A I N S A I L S

Hoisting, reefing and lowering effortlessly

TOP AND BOTTOM STOPPERS Delivered in the FACSLIDE® kits, these stoppers prevent the cars from sliding out of the tracks.

HEADBOARD CARS can be fitted on the head board of the existing sail or simply on a ring.

FACNOR ■

A D VA N TA G E S

Monoblock design of the cars eliminates the problem of weak-

ness when caps are fitted on each edge of the car. ■

The ball race is CNC machined to high precision.

■

Possibility of mixing the car models (F10-20-30) in order to lower the sail stack height when the cars are down. It also helps reduce the total cost.

■

The head board car can be fitted on the existing mainsail head board or a ring.

+ than 180° ■

Safety-clip device (similar to the FX Gennaker furlers))

The toggle of the batten cars can turn more than 180° and fit

to most batten boxes (M10-12). ■

The intermediate cars are delivered with “sleeve” that eases

the fitting of the sail webbing.

MONOBLOCK CARS The FACSLIDE® cars are CNC machined in one block of aluminium, this makes them shockproof when lowering the sail.

■

The cars are supplied with torlon® balls. The torlon® ball

bearings offer a higher resistance against wearing. ■

F10-20-30: flat and light tracks, safety and quick pins (see

below) most enduring anodization (40 microns) and insulation materials

1 AUTOMATIC REEFING Reefing the sail is easy due to the low tension on the mainsail halyard. Tensioning the luff also becomes easy even when you are sailing before the wind. For the F40 models, Facnor has developed an efficient outhaul car.

2 3

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B AT T E N C A R S F O R F U L LY B AT T E N M A I N S A I L S

FA C S L I D E +

Hoisting, reefing and lowering effortlessly T H E FA C S L I D E + S Y S T E M S U I TA B L E F O R Y O U R B O AT FACSLIDE MODEL

MONOHULL mainsail area

MULTIHULL mainsail area

F.07 *

20 M2* / 215 ft2

F.10

45 M2 / 484 ft2

40 M2 / 430 ft2

F.20

60 M2 / 645 ft2

55 M2 / 590 ft2

F.30

85 M2 / 915 ft2

70 M2 / 755 ft2

F.40

130 M2 / 1400 ft2

90 M2 / 968 ft2

* F07 is suitable for sailing boats under 30’

T R A C K I N S TA L L AT I O N W I T H S L U G S The tracks are easily fitted to your mast with slugs without unstepping and modifying it. The various types of slugs ensure the compatibility of our system in most existing mast grooves. The tracks are CNC drilled with high precision. Made of aluminium extrusion, they are also perfectly straight.

■

Facslide+ : hard 40 microns anodization of the tracks.

Different type of tracks according to the mainsail area:

FR07 TRACK FOR F07 CARS

Two types of slugs : flat and round (various sizes available)

SAILOR TIP “Salted water at the head…” P i e r re Le g of f, S p a rc ra f t Te c h n i c a l a n d P ro d u c t E x p e r t

“E

ven though the head cars are positioned 10 meter high, they receive sea water, therefore do not hesitate to rinse the cars with fresh water. Facnor advice: once a year put a drop of washing up liquid on the car balls.”

RAIL FR+ 25 x 15

FR+25x15 TRACK FOR F10-20-30 CARS

FR40 TRACK FOR F40

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H3T-5T

REEFING LOCKS

Easy reefing O N E L O C K F O R T H E F U L L B AT T E N M A I N S A I L S For an easy mainsail reefing

Functioning : This clever device locks the attachment of the mainsail reefing point onto the back of the boom. This installation is particularly helpful on board of multihulls equipped with powerful mainsail and also in case of reduced sailing crew.

The advantages : - This lock eases the reefing line from the load that the line normally supports (compression onto the boom), the elasticity of the rope in case of long reefing line is consequently diminished; - A stopper is no more necessary for the reefing line.

The handling : After a basic preparation (mainsail sheet slack, etc, â&#x20AC;Ś), Locking : 1. Tighten the reefing line 2. Keep on tightening it as far as possible 3. Let it go. Unlocking : 1. Tighten the reefing line as far as possible 2. Let it go 3. Give slack.

STAINLESS STEEL BODY

locked position

Good resistance of use guaranteed.

ATTACHING LOOP Attach with a shackle or a piece of rope at the reefing point of the mainsail (eye or strip). ROCKET The internal part (rocket) slides inside the external body of the lock and is activated by tightening the locking line (reefing line).

LOCKING LINE It activates the rocket inside the lock body (locking and unlocking operations).

m boo s ard Tow

ves a e sh

ATTACHMENT POINT ON THE BOOM The end of the rocket is attached to the back of the boom (by a piece of rope).

Stainless steel rocket, reefing line unlocked

T H E L O C K A D A P T E D F O R Y O U R B O AT

Choice of lock model : Lot of parameters are to be taken into account when choosing a lock, however, the Parameters / Model

Mainsail area

90 M2 968 ft2

135 M2 1450 ft2

most important criteria is the load level applied to the mainsail. Therefore, it is recommended to check with the naval architect or sailmaker the value of these loads.

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MAINSAIL FURLING AND REEFING SYSTEMS

Sailing

effortlessly

Sailing differently but safely: the Facnor mainsail furling system makes your sailing safe and comfortable. No more effort to reef the sail in choppy seas: by a simple handling, you will always have the right surface of sail adapted to the wind conditions. No more hard job of folding or flaking the sail: by a simple handling, your mainsail is quickly furled or unfurled. Your boat will always be ready to leave with sails already set up.

S I M P L I C I T Y I N I N S TA L L AT I O N

Simplicity in the design:

he principle of the Compact F (CF) system meets: simplicity â&#x20AC;&#x201C; reliability â&#x20AC;&#x201C; innovation. The CF principle: a furling system that turns a headsail inside housing sections. The drive unit of the sections is situated just above the goose neck and is operated with a continuous furling line (Facnor patent).

Simplicity of installation, strong fixing :

he housing sections are fixed with slugs alongside the mast (drilling not necessary). The drive unit is easy to install and does not require any modification to the gooseneck. This kit is suitable for most of the masts and is quickly fitted without unstepping the mast. The CF mainsail furling system is produced using high tech means. As a result: an excellent quality/price ratio.

MAINSAIL WITHOUT BATTENS Mainsail to be made to measure from suitable dacron or laminate materials to support storage when furled

DRIVE UNIT The furling sections turns by operating the drive unit with a continuous line system. The drive unit is fitted with two sets of stainless steel ball bearings and fixed to the mast above the goose neck with slugs. PLEASE NOTE: The system does not interfere with the goose neck, therefore, no modification is necessary.

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Sailing

MAINSAIL FURLING AND REEFING SYSTEMS

effortlessly

HALYARD SWIVEL

FURLING SECTIONS (2 meters long) They fit inside the housing sections. The sail is furled round them.

CF FACNOR

A D VA N TA G E S

■

Safe handling of the mainsail

■

Simple to use

■

Installation without modifying or drilling the mast

■

This system allows keeping the original goose neck

HOUSING SECTIONS The housing sections (1,7 meter long) are fixed with slugs to the mast without modification.

BOTTOM SECTIONS DESIGN The section design prevents damaging the sail. The edges of the housing section incorporate a round groove so that a spare sail or protection strip can be hoisted.

BOOM EQUIPMENT The mainsail furling system includes a boom kit that allows perfect positioning of the clew. There are two versions available: -standard kit (ref. RC): includes a ball bearing car and track (fixed onto the boom with slugs inserted into the groove like the housing section); -special kit (ref. KB): avoids using the existing boom sheaves that are not really suitable because of their small diameter. The sheaves supplied are fitted with needle bearing substantially reducing friction (see next page).

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MAINSAIL FURLING AND REEFING SYSTEMS

Sailing

effortlessly

T H E M A I N S A I L F U R L I N G & R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S U I TA B L E F O R Y O U R B O AT Facnor offers a range of mainsail furling systems suitable for 6 to 17 meter sailing boat. The chart below allows to determine the model that suits your boat (please ask for advice to our dealers, see on the web site). Parameters / Model

CF80

CF105

CF model reference

4CF80

5CF80

7CF105 8CF105

9CF105

10CF105

(meters) Maximum luff length (feet)

6,80 M

8,50 M 10,20 M 11,90 M 11,90 M 13,60 M

15,30 M

17,00 M

50’

56’

22’

6CF80

28’

33’

7CF80

39’

45’

Max. boom length (meters / feet)

3,90 M / 12’

6 M / 20’

Housing section (weight / meter)

1,850 kg

3,030 kg

Furling section Ø

I N S TA L L AT I O N

EASY FIXING OF THE HOUSING SECTIONS

The housing sections are fitted to the mast by inserting slugs inside the mast groove. The housing sections and the slugs are fixed together by stainless steel screws and Nylock nuts. All housing sections are pre-drilled and no modification has to be done on your mast.

Photo Credit : Philippe Mayoussier

SIMPLE

30 mm - 1”3/4

HOUSING AND FURLING SECTIONS

These sections are made of extruded aluminium and anodised after machining. They combine resistance and lightness. The furling sections are twin groove.The standard length of the housing section is 1.70 meter in order to lower freight cost.

BOOM KITS: standard and special

-standard version: track on which a ball bearing car fitted with a shackle (pict 1). -special version: track on which slides a ball bearing car fitted with a pivoting sheave (pict 2); includes two needle bearing sheaves

Photo Credit : Meltemi

(pict 1)

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(pict 2)