{"product_id":"facnor-fx-4500-flying-sail-furler-w-ratchet","title":"Facnor FX+4500 Flying Sail Furler w\/Ratchet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFX+4500 Flying Sail Furler with Ratchet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFurther to constructive technical exchanges with ocean racers, Facnor has developed for over 20 years a sophisticated range of Gennaker\/Code Zero furlers: the FX+. These furlers are known to be light, easy to fit, and aesthetic. Also, this furler is reliable for cruising or racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapted to sailboat from 13 to 16m (42 to 55 ft.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode sail surface of 140m² maximum (1500ft²) (max 50m² \/ 538ft² staysail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRatchet option Start \u0026amp; Go included (working both clock or anti-clockwise)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique captive quick-release pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePossible conversion for asymmetric Spinnaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite\/carbon housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance-free units (sealed bearings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Standard Kit of the FX+4500 Furler Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ratchet in s\/s duplex enabling a temporary stop when furling in and a self-locking both clockwise and anti-clockwise (Facnor patent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne continuous line drum in anodized aluminum and CNC machined in a solid block, protected by a composite\/carbon housing, low-profile drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne swivel also in anodized aluminum and CNC machined in a solid block, including a neoprene anti-impact cover with high-visibility marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne snap shackle as the bottom drum attachment (optional SSH+4500 solid sheave as an alternative)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne shackle as the top swivel attachment (optional SB4500 2-to-1 block as an alternative)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffers Comfort in Sail Handling, Reliability, and Easy Manipulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonoblock's conception of the mechanisms for more sturdiness and long-lasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntuitive manipulation to connect the sail to the mechanisms thanks to a fitted-in, compact, and unique captive quick-release pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom drive unit with a largely dimensioned diameter for strong torque and therefore more comfortable handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs rotation transmitted through an anti-torsion luff rope? Optional—sliding inside the luff tape and fitted with a thimble on each end (FCI4500 s-s thimbles and FRC s-s clamps are also available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy installation of the furling loop (s-s guide + drum notch), discover Facnor Special GRIP loops for an efficient rotation of the drum, and the removable fairleads TSL25\/28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.40 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSailboat Length (feet): 42'-55'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode Sail Area (m²): 140,00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode Sail Area (ft²): 1500,00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaysail Area (m²): 50,00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaysail Area (ft²): 538,00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe Working Load (tons): 4,50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Top Swivel Attachment: Shackle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Bottom Drum Attachment: Snapshackle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRatchet Option: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous Line Drum Ø: 169,00mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpliced Furling Line Ø: 10,00mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e*Optimize the investment by converting the furler for use with an asymmetric spinnaker; just add the FAST 4500 top-down thimble.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FACOR FURLING SYSTEMS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63533269516657,"sku":"43410704545","price":4363.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8262\/9489\/files\/102837XL.jpg?v=1777438231","url":"https:\/\/wrench-lab.com\/products\/facnor-fx-4500-flying-sail-furler-w-ratchet","provider":"WrenchLab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}