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CUSTOM EQUIPMENT

INTRODUCTION TO LOSANGE GROUP & FACNOR

FD WEBBING FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS (NEW!)

ELECTRIC FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

P 33 - 38GENNAKER & CODE ZERO FURLERS& ALSO STAYSAIL

REMOVABLE BOWSPRIT

ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS

P 43 - 46BATTEN CARS FACSLIDE+

P 47REEFING LOCKS (NEW!)

P 48 - 50MAINSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

LS, LX, RX HEADSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

RC CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS

STRUCTURAL FURLERS 3-4 T

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STRUCTURAL STAYSAIL/GENOA FURLERS 14-100T P 29 - 31

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Four joint companies, all specialised in marineequipment, form the Losange Group: Facnor (furling& reefing systems), Sparcraft (mast & spars),Sparcraft-US (located in USA) and SparcraftRigging. The activity of the subsidiaries being com-plementary, the Losange Group is able to offer a fullmast/rigging/furling system package and remainsan advantageous partner for boat builders, dealersand charter sailing companies.

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■ FACNOR : PARTNER OF HUMANITARIANASSOCIATIONSIn a socially responsible approach, Facnor sup-

ports humanita-rian projectsundertaken bymodest sailorsready to sail milesaway sometimesin difficult seas fornoble reasons.

Among other involvements, Facnor has become partner of some charity orhumanitarian associations on board of Podorange (challenge 67), Element3 (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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I N N O V A T I O N & S Y N E R G Y

Group synergy and innovationF U L L M A S T / R I G G I N G / F U R L I N G S Y S T E M S

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The Losange Group, focussing on a long-term based development, has become one of the leaders within the world-wide marine industry. This pole position results from great involvement in innovation - supported by an enginee-ring synergy (design and development department) - and from a constant dialogue with customers. A wide distri-

bution 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 manufacturingfurling systems. The company supplies many shipyards as well as ocean sai-lors who participate in well known races like the Vendée Globe, The Race andthe 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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■ SPARCRAFT RIGGING (SP.R) :SPR assembles and markets high qua-lity standing and running rigging. Thisis designed to complement theSparcraft masts and booms. The rig-ging components are of EC origin andmade from carefully selected alloy.Furthermore, the SPR products aremanufactured using experienced andreliable machining and forging methods. The numerous controls and the exhaustive traceability of these productshave placed SPR at the top rank of rigging suppliers. Moreover, SP.R. has invested in the field of architecture andinterior design with new exclusive stainless steel concept.

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■ SPARCRAFT : Sparcraft, associated with "excellence" and "innovation" in marine engi-neering for over 40 years, has been focusing on design and productionof high quality masts, booms and deck equipment. The company ownsmodern production means run by highly

skilled teams spread over four productionsites. Many shipyards and charter sailing

companies rely on Sparcraft products. A strongdistribution network supports these products

worldwide.

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■ SPARCRAFT US : This factory, located in North Carolina, is the Americanentity of the Losange Group. Sparcraft-US has its own pro-duction unit that covers 4000 m2 and this includes one of theworld largest anodising baths (21.3 m long). With a networkof dealers across the United States, Sparcraft-US has becomeone of the most important aluminium mast manufacturers inthe USA.

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R U N N I N G & S T A N D I N G R I G G I N G

M A S T S & H A R D W A R E

F U L L M A S T / R I G G I N G / F U R L I N G S Y S T E M S

Group synergy and innovation

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

■ The longest anodising baths in the world (Sparcraft-US) and Europe (Sparcraft);■ Electrostatic powder painting box(Sparcraft-US);■ Plasma CNC cutting machine;■ CNC and traditional machining.

■ An experience of over 30 years;■ An engineering team qualified in metallurgy as well as compositematerials;

■ A synergy of means in computerised design and production;

■ Human resources based on skills and dynamism;■ Products tested in extreme conditions by the most experiencedocean skippers.

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

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

■ Short and respected delivery time;

■ Goods shipping well managed;

■ An efficient after sale service;

■ Our dealers' faith proves the Facnor "value".

■ Our metrology department is equipped with the mea-suring tools needed to insure the constant conformityof the machined parts;

■ A series of mechanical and chemi-cal tests ensures reliability ofmaterials

E X P E R I E N C E I N M A R I N E I N D U S T R Y

Q U A L I T Y C O N T R O L

P R O D U C T I O N : P E R F O R M A N C E & Q U A L I T Y

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>> From racing to cruising

Ocean racing yachts demand theabsolute highest quality of equipmentand the latest technology. Facnor fur-lers have been selected by skippers inthe Vendee Globe, Volvo Race,Around alone, The Race and theAmerica's Cup to handle their specialfurling requirements. We work closely with these and othersailing teams to develop and enhanceour products considering what condi-tions they must endure. The result ishigh quality products tested in the rou-ghest conditions and pushed to thelimit by great sailors. In return theseinnovations are made available to allsailors who desire the very best gear.

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INTRODUCTION P8

CARBON FURLING GEARSCUSTOM STRUCTURAL FURLERSCUSTOM GENNAKER FURLERS P9

HALYARD LOCKSSPECIAL FITTING P10

Facnor is one of the best-known manufacturers of fur-ling systems for ocean racing mono - and multihulls.The repeated successful tests carried out at sea bywinning ocean racers as well as Facnor Team's incli-nation for challenges and innovation pushed our com-pany to a leading position.

Ocean races obviously require a high level ofskills in boat equipment manufacturing. Like inFormula One the greatest assets of a team is the

capacity of finding ahead the most adequate technolo-gical solutions. Every parameter of such complex pro-jects needs to be calculated with precision and testedbefore the race. For this reason, project managers ofocean racing boats work with the equipment suppliersfar ahead before the race starts. This is the race beforethe Race... Our Teams like meeting such challengeskeeping in mind that our products have "to cross theline" (generally in both ways).We worked on various boat equipment projects and all

were highly requiring: 70’ ABNAMRO (winner of the VolvoRace), many Open 60’, somemaxi multihulls (Géant,Groupama), Mari-Cha (amongthe 140’ one) and the MultiOne Design 70 (MOD 70).Motivated by the same desire tosucceed in our projects, we areproud of our long term coope-ration with the most famousboat racing Teams. For instan-ce, we have collaborated withMichel 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 reac-tive solutions to their problems. Like the skippers and theproject managers we are very demanding and give ourbest to succeed...

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

Meeting a technical capacity in design andproduction as well as the specific knowled-ge of the requirements of ocean racing

equipment, Facnor is now considered as "the most

excellent" in furling systems. Facnor Team has achie-ved a 30-year experience in designing and manufactu-ring new furling equipments thanks to our investment inresearch (patents) and the cooperative projects withmany ocean skippers. This leads Facnor to the top rangeespecially in custom gears (ocean and maxi yachts).

Facnor and the Maxi-yachts :“Haute couture” & tailor made productsAs supplier for Ocean racing boats (Open 60, maxiocean trimarans), we have also offered our knowledgeto maxi-yachts. The great loads for ocean racing boats(“Formule 1 of the seas”) and maxi-yachts both requirevery high quality equipment. Those gears of “Haute cou-ture” are designed and produced by Fanor Team withcare and the necessary resources.By this way, Facnor has succeeded in supplying the mostprestigious classic maxi-yachts.


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■ FACNOR : PARTNER OF GLOBAL OCEAN RACEFacnor supports this Class 40 racing project originally initiated by Josh Hall. Throughout GLOBALOCEAN 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 (NewZealand), Punta del Este (Uruguay) and Charleston (USA) before coming back to Mallorca, i.e. 30.000 miles totally.

M A X I - C O U R S E E X C E L L E N C E

KNOW-HOW, RESEARCH AND

DEVELOPMENT

Our Design teamcreates tailor made

equipment in order toimprove the performance of the product: ten-sion, resistance, weight, handling... Everyparameter is measured and simulated thanksto our research and development means(powerful softwares and computers). Eachproject is considered as unique and dealtwith as such.

C A R B O N F U R L I N G S Y S T E M S

In comparison with existing products fitted with foil sections, the carbon furling system gives asubstantial reduction in weight (approx 50%). The “water drop" shaped sections offers betteraerodynamismics. The section components are glued together giving superior resistance to

torque than a screwed assembly.Two models : SC40 & SC50 - section length: 4 meters.

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Unlike continuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers, these"structural systems" are fitted permanently on the sailingboat. It is an "in and out" furling system to handle Genoa,

Solent, Staysail, or even ORC. The structural system componentsare: a swivel fixed on the mast, a continuous line drum fixed on thechain plate, and an anti-twist cable linking both mechanisms. Thiscable transfers efficiently the rotation from the drum to the swiveland is captive from the sail tape. The sail is latched at the tack andhalyard 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. Seepage 29.

Facnor has managed to crea-te a significant know-how todesign and conceive customparts.

Facnor is "the" precursor in manufacturing continuous lineCode zero & Gennaker furlers, we have supplied these since1998 and in that we are often copied but never equalled.

Most 60' monohulls and multihulls are now equipped with Facnorcontinuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers: very light, reliableand safely handled alone. These furlers are designed to supportthe high working and breaking loads of over 500m2 Gennakers(working loads up to 40 tons). See page 33.

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S P E C I A L F I T T I N G S

H A L Y A R D L O C K S

The advantages : The high rig and halyard loads used by racing boats is trans-mitted into the rig, giving high mast compression loads. By locking the halyard direct-ly 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 thehalyard lock the sheaves at the head and the blocks at the step of the mast supportconsequently less load.

External/Internal fitting to the mast : The halyard lock canbe equally fitted inside the mast or outside on an existing head attachment (for instanceattachment for a removable baby stay).

- Internally fitted lock : in this case, the external body of the lock is directly laminated (com-posite mast) or riveted/bolted onto the front head of the mast. The luff reaches an optimumlength. The halyard runs down directly inside the mast. A large sheave can be fitted for smo-ther 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 inthe hooking system. The halyard can then run down inside or outside the mast.

Conception and production capacity combined withquick responsiveness : thanks to a Design team and pro-duction means of ESIM, a CNC machining company andalso Losange Group member. Facnor specialises in providingmany "One Off" special products to maxi yachts : titaniumpadeyes, chainplates high-load blocks,...etc

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

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

Without the lock : thehalyard under loadcompresses additionallythe mast.

Locking : pullsharply thehalyard (sail up).

Unlocking : pull sharplyagain the halyard

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>> Your furling system foryour navigation program

Facnor team is very much involved ininnovation and customer needs. This,as well as the expertise of the mostcompetent skippers, has led to theadaption and improvement of theFacnor headsail reefing system range.For each range, specific features hasbeen developed. Each sailor will beable to find the Facnor furling gearsuitable for his navigation : classicdrum (LS/LX/RX), webbing drum (FD),continuous line drum (RC) or electricalmotorised drum (RMEJ).

H E A D 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

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

RC CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING& REEFING SYSTEMS P18

FD WEBBING FURLING & REEFINGSYSTEMS P20 & 21

ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FURLING &REEFING SYSTEMS RMEJ P24 & 25

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WATERPROOFThanks to 2 elastomer moul-ded twin rim joints proofingagainst salt water and ultraviolet rays

BEARING BOXComponents: a stainlesssteel thrust bearing between2 large self-lubricatingpolymer fibre bearings

SMOOTH ROTATIONThis bearing box takes theaxial loads (halyard ten-sion) and lateral loads(outhaul tension)

HARD ANODISINGA hard anodising (40microns), similar towinches, protects theseparts against impacts andabrasion

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S W I V E L

From the smallest of cruising yachts to the biggest roundthe world race yachts, they all have something in common,the same Facnor technology. As a result, the LS/LX/RXranges guarantee a secure and long life navigation.

Bearing box : STRENGTH and RELIABILITY

Like the Facnor carbon furling sys-tems on board of Jean Luc Van DenHeede’s 80 footer, the Ls/Lx/Rx

drum and swivel are fitted with a “bea-ring box” (see above). This was testedover ocean races under loads up to 20to 30 times higher than a 30ft cruisingboat. Even under high halyard tensionfurling remains easy. This innovativesystem is now available for every boatthanks to Facnor continuous develop-ment. Other interesting advantages :the easy installation of Facnor reefingequipment, well-known and experien-ced by marine professionals.

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CLASSIC DRUM FURL ING & REEF ING SYSTEMS

ROTATING TACK FITTING(LX & RX)Fitted with torlon®bearing, this systemtakes upautomaticallythe sail fullnesswhen furling andoffers a bettersail shape whenit is partially furled

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Strength and reliabilityLS-LX-RX

360° ADJUSTABLEFURLING LINE GUIDEFor an optimal runningof the furling line (norubbing)360°

SYNTHETIC INSULATIONSituated between differentmaterials to prevent electrolysis

LARGE RANGE OFSECTIONS (5 SIZES)These sections allow agradual and regular fur-ling (see details page 28)

SAIL FEEDER(LX range)The included pre feedergives the idealfitting to hoist thesail alone

STRONG CONNECTIONSImproved torque resistance

makes the furling easy even underloads (see details p.28)

SWIVEL SMOOTHROTATION

Even under high loads,featuring the innovative

bearing box like the drum

HALYARD DEFLECTOR WHEELPrevents the Genoa halyard and anyother halyard from wrappingaround theforestay

■ Smooth rotation even under high loads

■ Maintenance free

■ Large range of sections

■ Strong connections

■ Smooth stainless steel feeder + pre feeder (LX range)

■ Rotating tack fitting (LX/RX range)

■ Adjustable guides

■ Insulation between different materials

■ 40 micron hard anodising (mechanisms)

■ Easy installation thanks to the bottom telescopic

section (see p. 28)

F A C N O R A D V A N T A G E S

LS-LX-RX CLASSIC DRUM FURL ING & REEF ING SYSTEMS

Strength and reliability

By strong wind, when it is tough to furlin the Genoa, the right reaction is to

sail downwind. The apparent wind and the pressu-re in the sail decrease. Sheets very slack, this makeseasier to furl. Other care: before departure, checkthat with the Genoa out the furling line has a fewturns left round the drum, this will be useful in caseyou furl in the sail tighten afterwards!...”.

SAILOR TIP“Sail downwind to furl in”

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EASED INSTALLATIONwith the bottom telescopicsection, no need to cut thetop foil section(see p. 28)

LS / LX / RX according to your sailing programme : you will find within the three ranges of headsail fur-ling 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 rangecorresponds to an "upgraded" range featuring a removable drum, a rotating tack fitting, and a stainless steel feeder.

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)

All models: The bottom fixingpin (marine quality stainlesssteel) is delivered with a nut(nylock) that insures a reliablefixing of the forestay and thefurling system.

chain plates(not included)

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short link plates long link plates

Bottom forestayterminal

Eye+ chain plates

Eye+ jaw toggle

Turnbuckle+ double jaw toggle

Turnbuckle+ double jaw toggle

Type ofinstallation

Standard with short link plateswith internal turnbuckleoption + short link plates

with long link plates

STANDARD LS

STANDARD DRUMALUMINIUM SAIL FEEDER

FIXED TACK FITTING

M o d e lLS 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

Boat Length (mètres) 5,5 to 720’ to 23’

6,5 to 821’ to 28’

7,5 to 924’ to 29’

8 to 1126’ to 36’

9 to 1229’ to 40’

10 to 1340’ to 43’

11,5 to 1438’ to 45’

13 to 1843’ to 60’

15 to 2850’ to 90’

Max forestay ø *removable eye or tunrbuckle

55/32”

55/32”

61/4”

6 - 7*1/2”

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8 - 10*5/16”3/8”*

8 - 10*5/16”3/8”*

10 - 12*3/8”1/2”*

12 - 14*1/2”

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14 - 22*9/16”3/4”*

SECTION :

Weight per meter

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SX 25

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SX 33

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SX 33

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SX 39

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SX 39

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SX 47

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SX 47

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SX 53

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Halyard swivel CX 25 CX 25 CX 33 CX 33 CX 39 CX 39 CX 47 CX 47 CX 53

OPTIONS OPTIONS : Link plates / internal turnbuckle fitting

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REMOVABLE DRUMSTAINLESS STEEL FEEDERROTATING TACK FITTING

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Easy installation & widely developped rangesLS-LX-RXCLASSIC DRUM FURL ING & REEF ING SYSTEMS

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RX racing/cruising programme : If you race, the RX fur-ling systems will meet your satisfaction with their aerodynamicsections (see page 28), the rotating tack fitting and the remo-vable drum allow you to use the system as a head foil.

Removable drum : system used as a simple head foilJust a few minutes are needed to change the furling systeminto a twin groove head foil ready for racing.

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Fit the twohalf protectionrings

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LS-LX-RX CLASSIC DRUM FURL ING & REEF ING SYSTEMS

Easy installation & widely developped ranges

When assembling and ser-vicing during the winter

your furling gear, put grease onthe screws situa-ted at the bottom telescopic sec-tion and the top of the drum linkplates. This will simplify the dis-mantling or turnbuckle access ifnecessary”.

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Patr ick Lanéel leHead of Facnor Design Dpt

Greas ing sc rews…

M o d e l RX 70 RX 100 RX 130 RX 165 RX 220 RX260 RX300

Boat Length 6,5 to 821’ to 24’

7,5 to 8,524’ to 29’

8 to 9,528’ to 30’

9 to 11,529’ to 37’

10 to 12,532’ to 42’

11,5 to 1537’ to 49’

13 to 1842’ to 60’

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SECTION : Weight per meter

R 14451 g

R 14451 g

R 14451 g

R 24555 g

R 26641 g

R 26641 g

R 34991 g

Halyard swivel CX 14 CX 14 CX 14 CX 24 CX 26 CX 26 CX 34

OPTIONS OPTIONS : link plates / internal turnbuckle fitting

HIGH RESISTANCE WEBBINGLow stretching webbing resistantagainst U.V. and high loads

LOW BASEfitted with shortlink platesgives maximumluff length

WEBBING GUIDE EXITin stainless steel, this narrowexit guides well the webbingwhen the Genoa furls out.

SAFETYNO RISK OF OVERRIDING :

The webbing is guided evenly andsmoothly onto the drum. This

eliminates overrides as thewebbing lays flat inside thedrum.

COMFORT IN USEGREAT TORQUE SINCE THE BEGINNING:Due to the bigger diameter of the webbingdrum, you benefit from a maximum power assoon as you furl in the Genoa (see oppositedrawing).

INNOVATIONThis new webbing concept illus-

trates our commitment to innovation anddesign in the furling system manufacturing.All the kit elements have been carefully desi-gned for easy and simple use featuring; newwebbing to furling line swivel, adapted stan-chion blocks, large diameter drum and torlonball bearings.

PERFORMANCEMaximized luff thanks to the low profile drumand the Genoa tack and foot that lays closeto the deck. The Flat Deck offers 20 cm ofadditional luff length compared to an equiva-lent classic drum style furler.

Webbing furling system : SAFETY, INNOVATION, PERFORMANCE

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FlatDeck is a powerful furling system fitted with awebbing. This great Facnor innovation offers safeand easy headsail furling: no reefing line overridingand an important torque. Overall, with the FD lowprofile drum, you benefit from a maximum luff !

Maximum furling power!

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

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INTERNALTURNBUCKLE FITTING(delivered in the standard kit)

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■ Maximum power when you start furling in

■ Maximum luff thanks to the low profile drum

■ No risk of overriding

■ Perfect guiding of the webbing

■ Pre-fitted webbing line kit with blocks

■ 360° rotating tack fitting (LX & RX)

■ Matching with LS/LX/RX models

■ Resistant webbing (more than 1 ton load) and

against ultra violet rays

■ Easy installation (bottom telescopic section)

>> PRE-FITTEDWEBBING LINE KIT- Swivel (Stainless steel / bron-ze);- Webbing (from 10 to 27 m.)- Standard furling line;- Blocks.

WEBBING TO THEFURLING LINE SWIVELThis high resistance swivel(more than 1 ton load)prevents the webbingfrom twisting. The oblongdesign of the swivel gua-rantees a free run.

LS/LX CONVERSIONINTO FlatDeckThe new FlatDeck system hasbeen designed to give Facnorcustomers the possibility toupgrade their classicFacnor furling system*by adding a new FDdrum. * LS/LX/RX

F la tDeck WEBBING FURL ING & REEF ING SYSTEMS

Safety - Innovation - Performance

SWIVEL :NEW DESIGN

SMOOTH ROTATION- Torlon® ball bearing;

- light and sturdy.

360° ROTATING TACK FITTINGFitted with torlon® balls, this system takes upautomatically the sailfullness when furlingand offers a better sailshape when it is par-tially furled.


Compactness : the gain in luff length with low profile FDdrum is obvious (see chart below).To achieve this aim, the base of thedrum has been lowered and stan-dard link plates are short(54mm, FD110).

Webbing fitting : the webbing kitdelivered enables a quick andsimple installation. Regarding theway the furling webbing/line runs onthe deck, your Facnor agent will sug-gest you the most adapted solution.

Furling system assembly : theswapping kit element offers differentinstallation schemes. Like LS/LX/RXranges (see page 14), the drum fit-ting depends on the forestay terminal. You can even change yourLX/LS/RX drum for a FlatDeck one with keeping the existing foil sec-tions. If queries, your Facnor agent will be pleased to explain thepossible configuration.

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FD90FD110 88 48 136

FD170FD190 92 66 158

FD210FD230 92 66 158

FD280FD310 105 77 182

“SX” retro-fitting: Boat owners possessing a Facnor LS/LX furling equipment (SX sec-tions) can enjoy the comfort and performance brought by the drum FD models (FD90FD170, FD210, FD280). For further information, please contact your Facnor agent.

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

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

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C O M P L E T E S TA N D A R D K I T

“ C O M F O R T - C R U I S I N G ” F D R A N G E

F la tDeck WEBBING FURL ING & REEF ING SYSTEMS

Safety- Innovation - Performance

P a r a m e t e r s / M o d e l E L L I P T I CA L S E C T I O N S FD 110 FD 190 FD 230 FD 310

Boat length (feet)(meters)

26’ to 29’8 to 9 m

29’ to 39’9 to 12 m

36’ to 43’ 11 to 13 m

41’ to 60’12,5 to 18 m

SECTION : weight/meter

R 14451 g

R 24555 g

R 26641 g

R 34991 g

Max Forestay ø*(mm)

ø 7*9/32”

(closed turnbucklecage 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


C o m f o r t / c r u i s i n g n a v i g a t i o n p r o g r a m

* necessary to have removable eye or turnbuckle

* necessary to have removable eye or turnbuckle

P a r a m e t e r s / M o d e l R O U N D E D S E C T I O N S FD 90 FD 170 FD 210 FD 280

Boat length (feet)(meters)

20’ to 26’5,5 to 8 m

24’ to 36’7,5 to 11 m

29’ to 43’ 9 to 13 m

38’ to 60’11,5 to 18 m

SECTION : weight/meter

SX 25577 g

SX 33658 g

SX 39914 g

SX 471095 g

Max Forestay ø (mm)ø 5

5/32”ø 6 / ø7*

1/4” - 9/32”ø 8 / ø10*

5/16” - 3/8”ø 12 / ø14*1/2” - 9/16”

Halyard swivel CHD 25 CHD 33 CHD 39 CHD 47

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The RC furling range is fitted with a low profile drum giving amaximum luff length. The continuous line wheel generates aconstant torque and prevents line from overlapping. These speci-fic performances and safety features combined with sturdiness,have lead to a wide reputation specially for single-handed sai-ling. The RC low drum design meets the satisfaction of the mostrequiring sailors who like discreet and neat products.

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CONTINUOUS LINE DRUMThe large diameter of the conti-nuous line drum increases thefurling power and reduces theefforts. It also prevents the fur-ling line from overriding.


Our experience in designing continuous line furlers

In the past the continuous line furling systems used to be fitted onGennaker furlers or Headsail structural furlers. However, they are nowavailable on the RC headsail reefing systems. Compared to a conven-

tional drum, the advantages of a continuous line system are numerous: a bigger luff available, greater fur-ling power due to a larger diameter drum, no risk of overriding. A technology directly developed fromracing 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).

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This range of aerodynamic sec-tions offers a good penetration inthe air and the double-groove

allows changing the sail easily. The "R"section improves the performance of theRC continuous line system.

■ Maximised luff thanks to low profile drum : the

Genoa outhaul follows the deck

■ Furling power increased

■ A constant pull supplied by the furling line

■ Easy handling

■ Low profile design

■ Internal housing for turnbuckle

■ Waterproof bearings

■ Simple installation as a classic Facnor furling system

■ Eliminates risk of furling line overriding

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

■ Rotating tack fitting with torlon® ball bearings to

take up sail fullness

■ Large range : RC100, RC180, RC220, RC300

BEARING BOXComponents: stainless steelthrust bearing and twofibered polymer bearing(LS/LX/RX models)

FURLING LINE EXITAllows guiding the furling line around the clam cleatwithout any risk of wearing

SIMPLE FITTING & EASY ACCESSTO THE TURNBUCKLEEasy access to the turnbuckle.This fitting system of the drum allows toquickly check the forestay bottom parts.


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Installationwith turnbuckle

Installation withEye terminal

Internal turnbucklefitting

Rotating tackfitting

Furling lineexitsRing fitting

Forestayterminal

Ring fitting

Bottom eye orrigging screw

Toggle

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Insulating ring

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

A S I M P L E I N S T A L L A T I O N

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 A T

Continuous line & maximum luffRCCONT INUOUS L INE FURL ING & REEF ING SYSTEMS

I t is not because theGenoa is fitted with a

furling system that thehalyard cannot be slackwhen sailing downwindor by light wind (and inversely), in order toimprove boat performance. Also, aftercruising or racing, one should not forget toslacken the halyard when back at berth,this will usefully release tension in the sail,sheaves and above all the swivel.”

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MODEL RC 100 RC 180 RC 220 RC 300

Boat Length 8 to 9 m26’ to 30’

9 to 12 m30’ to 40’

11 to 13 m38’ to 43’

12,5 to 18 m+ 43’

Max. Forestay ø 7*9/32”*

8*5/16”*

10*3/8”*

12,7*1/2”*

SECTION :Weight per meter

R 14451 g

R 24555 g

R26641 g

R 34991 g

Standard length section 2 M6’8”

2 M6’8”

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Halyard swivel CX 14 CX 24 CX 26 CX 34

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E X A M P L E F O R I N S T A L L A T I O N

A = distancebetween thetack and thefixation points

Turnbuckle

D = diameter ofinternal turnbuckle

fitting

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M I N I M U M D I M E N S I O N S

RC CONT INUOUS L INE FUR L ING & REEF ING SYSTEMSContinuous line & maximum luff

Like others, I will recommend tosecure the reefing line with a stop-

per and to keep the line under ten-sion. Specially by strong wind, furlingin the sail tight and then keep the sheets tighteneddownwards. ”.

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*D = inner diameter

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MODEL ø mechanism A D* ø Furling line

RC 100 ø 165 56 33 ø 8

RC 180 ø 220 72 38 ø 8RC 220 ø 220 72 38 ø 8RC 300 ø 271 85 40 ø 10

Quality: our new motor blocks are CNC machined from one piece of aluminium and protected witha hard anodising (40 microns) like all Facnor products. They are also waterproof and thereforemaintenance free.

Use: the furling device is small and compact but supplies enough power to furl quickly the Genoa. The drivebelt transmission is smoother, more powerful and more efficient than conventionalgearboxes. The Facnor electric furling systems are delivered complete with sections,electric furling device, pin and link plates.

BOXTRON RELAY SYSTEMThis separate relay box eases the installationand wire connections for the motorization(see page 27)

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

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Facnor offers a range of motorized furling and reefingsystems for any boat over 9 meters. With these electricfurling systems, the headsail becomes easy to handlefrom the cockpit with any abrupt interruption. This secu-red device will make your cruising very pleasant…

Comfortable sailingRMEJELECTR IC MOTORIZED FURL ING SYSTEMS

COMPACT & ELEGANT MOTORIZED UNITThe aerodynamic design of the electricdevice does not take up too much room onthe foredeck. It enables easier access tothe anchor.


USE OF THE EXISTING FORESTAYThe design of the motorized devicecan be fitted with the existingforestay (eye orturnbuckleterminal).

HEIGHTADJUSTMENTThe pre-drilled stainlesssteel link plates raisethe motorized device toa suitable height in

order to leave sufficientaccess for anchor. The link platesthat adjust the motorised device canbe cut to measure in order to modifythe height of the tack.

EASY LS-LX TO RMEJCONVERSIONLS/LX and RMEJ drums are fitted withthe same SX foil sections. Therefore it issimple to switch from an LS/LX manualgear to an RMEJ electrical equipment.

SAFETYIn case of power fai-lure, the FacnorRMEJ furling systemis fitted with amanual back- updevice so that youcan use a winch

handle or alternatively our emergencycontinuous line system(see page 27).


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■ Waterproof motorized device therefore maintenance free

■ Installation over the existing forestay without any modifi-

cation

■ Low sound level

■ Elegant and compact

■ Worm gear locks the reefed sail. This gear is

lubricated for life.

■ Quick connections with Boxtron box (optional)

■ Easy switching from LS-LX manual to

RMEJ motorized reefing furler

■ Light weight

■ Available in 12 or 24 volts

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RMEJComfortable sailing

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S E C T I O N S & S W I V E L S

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

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

USE OF THE EXISTING FORESTAYThe hollow inside of the motorized device allows fitting the existing

forestay (even with a turn-buckle bottom terminal). Ifnecessary, it is possible toinstall the furling gear withthe forestay fixed on the masthead. You only need to remo-ve the bottom fixation pin ofthe forestay (in some cases,you may need to add extraaccessories at the bottom ofthe forestay, see drawingbelow).

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ELECTRIC MODEL RMEJ 1.02SX 39

RMEJ 1.02SX 47

RMEJ 2.02SX 53

BOAT LENGTH 9 to 13 m30’ to 42’

12 to 18 m40’ to 60’

+ 16 m+ 55’

Max. forestay Ø(*turnbuckle necessary)

8 mm - 10 mm*3/8”

12 mm - 14 mm*9/16”

14 mm and ++ 9/16”

SECTION REF SX39 SX47 SX53

POWER 400 w** 400 w** 900 w**

SWIVEL REF CX 39 CX 47 CX 53

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TOGGLE

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

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Operating in any circumstancesThe “FACNOR emergency system” is made up of a notched drive wheel and a conti-nuous line. If an electrical failure were to occur, this device allows the operator toquickly 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 ope-ration is an additional safety feature, especially in tough weather conditions. An innovative device

with safety at the forefront.

Simple and efficientThe 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 thefurling system.

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The BOXTRON system is a pre-assembled box containing all electrical components necessaryfor operating the electric furling gear. This compact system provides added protection for yourboat electrical installation. It is available in two versions: “TELE” (wire) or “RADIO” control.

T E C H N I C A L F E A T U R E S

E M E R G E N C Y S Y S T E M O P T I O N

BOXTRON RELAY SYSTEM advantages :

■ Protection from overloads by an adjustable electronic cut-outdevice with automatic reset.

■ Sound alarm in case of failure. ControlLED’s.■ Furling begins slowly then increasesquickly 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, thebox cover includes the “radio” device.

RMEJBox t ron re lay sys tems & emergency sys tems

ELECTR IC MOTORIZED FURL ING SYSTEMS

B O X T R O N R E L A Y S Y S T E M 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

SX25 SX33 SX39 SX47 SX53

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

The SX twin groove foil sections, round shaped, offer smooth furling as well as a high rigidity. We recommenda 5mm finished luff tape.

HIGH PERFORMANCEPOLYAMID BEARING

Protects the forestay andprevents from wearing

2 METER ANODISEDEXTRUDED ALUMINIUMSECTIONSType of aluminium :série 6000

CNC MACHINED HOLESInsuring the sections

to be perfectly aligned

MATERIAL INSULATEDScrews covered with

tuff lock ® (blocking andinsulating product)

TELESCOPIC SECTIONSAllows adjusting the section length. Like theconnectors, the telescopic section offers a hightorque resistance

ø

ø = 6mm

28,5 32,6 41,5 51,5 59,6

SX 25 / SX 33 / SX 39 / SX 47 / SX 53 ROUNDED SECTIONS (LS LX RANGES):


CONNECTORSWITH HIGHTORQUERESISTANCEGuarantee agreat rigidity atthe sectionconnections

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length 2 m( 6’8”)

H E A D F O I L S

STURDINESSThe 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).

R14 / R24 / R26 / R34 ELLIPTICAL SECTIONS:

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>> Structural furler :the in/out furling systems

The structural furler - unlike theGennaker furler - supports bothmast and sail loads. The Facnor14-100T systems are fitted withanti-twist fiber forestay from 40footers. Their reliability widelytested on ocean races hasenabled Facnor to enlarge therange from 14 to 100 tons. Thedifferent STG 3T, must be fittedwith a classic wire forestay from24 to 30 footers.

14-100T STRUCTURAL STAYFURLERSTEXTILE FORESTAY (40’ to +70’)

P30-31

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

14-100T & STG 3-4T STRUCTURAL STAYFURLERS

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FURLING LINE EXITAllows to guide and keeps thefurling line around the drum

Unlike the headsail furling and reefing system, but like the Gennaker furler, the structural wire furlerdoes not allow to reef the sail. This “in/out” system offers an optimum cut of the sail. However, unli-ke 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 gene-rates 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.

The structural wire furler offers the same advantages as thecontinuous line drum: a constant furling power, a maximum luffthanks to the low profile drum that keeps the jib tack low. Extrafeature: the weight saved (up to 2 times lighter than a conven-tional furling system). Ideal for “racing” boats orCruising/Racing boats!

Facnor has adapted the Open 60’ Staysail furlers to otherranges of fast racing boats. These structural furlers supportmast loads and can entirely furl in and out headsails (such asSolent, Staysail, Genoa). This system particularly dedicated toserials of racing boats, like Class 40’ already widely equip-ped, is also suitable for ocean cruising yachts.

MADE FROM A SINGLEALUMINIUM BLOCKThe continuous line drum is madefrom a single aluminium block thatis CNC machined in order to offer ahigh resistance

TWO POSSIBLE ASSEMBLIESThe Facnor structural furlerscan be assembled with aclassic thimble fitted into ajaw or with a threadedthimble screwed into thedrum (Navtec screwed deviceon the drawing below)

BOTTOM TERMINALallows to fit the continuous linedrum to the foredeck chain plate(Directly integrated to the drum)

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CONTINUOUS LINE DRUMThe large diameter of the conti-nuous line drum increases the

furling power and reducesefforts. And it also pre-vents the furling line fromoverriding.

STAY TERMINAL(THIMBLE OR THREADED CONNECTION)

The terminal (against a thimble)transfers efficiently the furling

rotation of the torque rope.

HEAD SWIVELJoins the wire and the mast, this swivelenables the wire to turn and supportsthe mast loads

TACK EYEfor the fixation of theswivel at the head ofthe mast (delivered)

ANTI-TWISTSTRUCTURAL STAYIt supports the mast andalso transmits the rota-tion of the bottom drumto the top swivel

14-100 T S T R U C T U R A L S T AY F U R L E R S

Furling power & performance

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■ Saving in weight (up to 5 times lighter

than a conventional furling system)

■ Product conception based on a system tested in ocean

races, waterproof and therefore maintenance free

■ Constant and great furling power thanks to the conti-

nuous line drum

■ Maximum luff thanks to the low profile drum : the

Genoa outhaul reaches the deck

■ Simple installation

■ Resistant to heavy loads

■ Possibility to tighten the halyard

with a 2-to-1 block at the bottom

■ Mechanisms/wire connections:

thimble fitted in a jaw or wire ter-

minal (Navtec type) screwed in the

drum/swivel

Parameters / Furler model 14 T 20 T 24 T 31 T 40 T 54 T 75 T 100 T

Boat length (feet) 40’ 45’ 50’ 60 60/70’ 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

Wire 1x19mmequivalence (mm)

10 mm 12 mm 14 mm 16 mm 19 mm 22 mm - -

Kevlar wire working loads(safety coefficient x 2)**

5 T 7 T 8 T 11T 14 T 20 T 27 T 35 T

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

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*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 themodel is not the solidity but the resistance against stretching. This is why the safety coefficient is so high.


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

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 continuousline drum, deck+mast toggles, head swivel connected to the mast, and a halyardswivel 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).

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24 to 30 feet unitsW I R E F U R L E R S

Stainlesssteel wireø 5 to ø 7 mm(not included).Sail fitted withhanks or zip luff.

Top stainless steel toggleFixes the top swivel on the mast(included)

Bottom stainless steeltoggle

Halyardswivel

Head swivel Joins the wire and themast, this swivel allows the wire toturn and supports the loads

Link platesAllows adjustingthe length of theforestay that iseasily removed.Ideal for unstep-ping operations)

Thrust bearing with Torlon® ballbearings.Twin rim jointsproofing againstsalted water andsun light

Continuous line drum(see previous page)

S T G F R O M 2 4 T O 3 0 F E E T


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Model Boat length Forestay ø Breaking load Drum ø

STG 3Tfrom 7,5 to 9,5

metersfrom 23 to 31’

ø 5 mm or ø 6 mm5/32” or 1/4”

according to boat type

3 tons6673 lbs

119 mm*

STG 4Tfrom 8 to 10 meters

from 25 to 32’ø 7 mm

9/324 tons

8818 lbs227 mm

>> Sailing fast and safe

In regatta each second savedwhile handling sails is important. Along experience in supplying tophigh quality racing Gennaker furlershas led Facnor to be a reliable part-ner for the fastest sailing boats.Facnor has kept the same innovativespirit in developing a full range offurlers : the FX for Codezero/Gennakers and the Asym-FXfor the asymmetric Spinnakers. As acomplementary equipment to flyingsails, the Sparcraft innovative bows-prit makes cruising easier.


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FX GENNAKER & CODE ZEROFURLERS P34-38

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AFX ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKERFURLERS P40-42

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CONTINUOUSLINE DRUMThis system eliminates furlingline overrides.

FX Flying sail furlers : Comfortable sailing

Like the structural furler, the Code zero & Gennaker furler is an in/out systemthat does not allow reefing of the sail. The anti-twist rope is captive within thesail 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 ins-tallation. 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 windthe Code zero & Gennaker can be quickly hoisted and unfurled. This is perfect whenyou are sailing downwind: with Facnor the performance is worry free!

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

The widely installed FX range enables Gennaker andCode 0 sails to be hoisted easily, quickly and safely.Removable furling line and quick fastenings give aneven greater ease of use. The neat design gives light-ness to the high resistance mechanisms: the FX fur-lers let you benefit from the race developed techno-logy for a more comfortable cruising.


REMOVABLEFURLING LINE

A STRONGONE-BLOCK DRUMThe main body of the drum ismade of one aluminiumblock and is CNC machined.(sturdier than a casting part).

SAFETY PINto release or secure thethimble (drum & swivel)** for FX 2500,4500 & 7000models

Sailing fast and safe

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When racing, we atta-ch a piece of rope at

the clew of the Gennakerthat the foredeck crewmember easily grabs inorder to quickly jibe. Whensailing single handed werecommend to keep thereefing line under tension sothat the sail does not furl out without control”.blog : http://lesloustikspourleneurodon.blogspot.comweb : http://www. neurodon.com

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“FURLING LINE TIGHTEN & ROPE...”C h r i s t i a n C h a r d o n n a lSkipper of “Neurodon” (Class 40’)

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C O D E 0 A N D G E N N A K E R F U R L E R S


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■ Handy : removable furling line without any mechanical

operation, possibility to leave the furling line fitted

alongside the deck

■ Lightness : optimized system and ultracompact

■ Easily installed and stored (the continuous

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

■ Sturdiness : strong one-block drum

■ Maintenance free : high protection of the mechanisms

■ Stainless steel guide insures a smooth and perfect run

of the furling line

■ Continuous line drum: low profile design (just above

deck), i.e. a maximum sail luff

■ Design neat and purified on all the range

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

textile shackles, Thimble,...

(See page 38)

GUIDE/RUBBER RINGCONCEPTThanks to a clever innova-tion, the continuous furlingline can be quickly removedwithout any complication.This special feature offersthe advantage that the fur-ling line can remain on thedeck for further use. Thereis no need to remove thestanchion blocks. Just remo-

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REMOVABLEFURLING LINE

TORQUE ROPEIt transfers efficiently the furlingrotation from the drum to theswivel. The torque rope is captivewithin the sail luff tape.(supplied on request)

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SWIVELAvailable in different

versions (ex. Two-to-oneversion, advantage : optimal

halyard tension)

THIMBLE - Stainless steel forFX2500/4500 models- Aluminium for FX7000/12000/20000models (options p. 38)


Removing the furling line : “as easy as abc” : Thanks to a clever innovation, the continuousfurling line can be quickly removed without any complication. This special feature offers the advantage that thefurling line can remain on the deck for further use. There is no need to removethe stanchion blocks. Just remove the furler and the furled sail.

Easy installed and stored : The continuous drum is fitted with quick-release-pin fastenings (snap shackles or special textile shackles) that make forquick and easy installation and removal of the Gennaker or Code 0.

Quick - release - pin fastenings : The sail can be removed from thefurler 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 furlerAs it is very simple to remove the sail from the furler and to fit theblock option on to the swivel, the Gennaker can be quickly chan-ged for the staysail if needed*. Furthermore, it is also easy to storethe sail and clean the furler mechanism.* provided that the loads are equivalent for both sails

Use conditions :The use range of the sails as shownon the diagram opposite varieswith the force of the wind. We canmainly bear in mind that the FXfurlers are better adapted for usewith flying headsails betweenbeam and broad reach (i.e. CodeZero and Gennaker). The comple-mentary use with closer reachheadsails 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 :

- 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.


E A S Y I N S T A L L A T I O N O N B O A R D

1 2 3 4 5 6

The intermediate models arefitted with a safety-clip device

U S E C O N D I T I O N S O F T H E F U R L E R

Sailing fast and safeC O D E Z E R O A N D G E N N A K E R F U R L E R S

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T ighten well theGennaker luff befo-

re furling and securethe reefing line so that the sail does notfurl out without any control.”.

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SA I LOR T IPBernard de RavignanNantes Shipshandler

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

The continuous line Code zero & gennaker furler (FX) are made of two main components, one flat conti-nous 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 halfweight of a standard Gennaker furler. The new opening guide makes the Fx furler easier to use. Facnor offers a widerange of gennaker furlers suitable from 6.50 up to the mega-yachts. Facnor, as originator of Gennaker continuousline furlers, has the longest experience in this type of products.

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

We remind you that an adap-ted deck attachment must beinstalled


The Standard Code zero & gennaker furler (FXT) includes a drum as on the classic headsail fur-ling 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 helpsto furl easily a Gennaker or a flying sail. The mechanism of the drum and the swivel are made of aluminium andfitted with steel bearings protected by waterproof joints (maintenance free). An alternative solution for users whoprefer a discontinuous furling line.

* 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 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 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).

FX MODEL FX 1500 FX 2500 FX 4500 FX 7000 Staysail

Staysail area maxi.(à titre indicatif )

20 m2

20 ft2

30 m2

322 ft2

50 m2

538 ft2

70 m2

753 ft2over 70’ boat,

it is highlyrecommended to fit

a structuralfurler (see page 29)Safe Working Load* 1,5 tons 2,5 tons 4,5 tons 7 tons

THE STANDARD CODE 0 AND GENNAKER FURLER (DRUM) FXT

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

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

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

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

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

C O D E Z E R O A N D G E N N A K E R F U R L E R S


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FXT MODEL FXT 4500 FXT 7000 FXT CUSTOM

Boat length 9,5 à 1631’ to 55’

+ 16+ 55’

on requestMax. sail area 100 m2

1073 ft2

200 m2

2147 ft2

Safe Working Load* 4 500 Kg9921 lbs

7 000 Kg15432 lbs

FX MODEL FX 900 FX 1500 FX 2500 FX 4500 FX 7000 FX 12000 FX 20000

Boat length 6 to 10,5 m20’ to 30’

10 to 12 m30’ to 40’

12 to 14 m40’ to 45’

13 to 16 m42’ to 55’

16 to 20 m55’ to 70’

+ 20 m+ 70’

+ 25 m+ 82’

Sail area advised 30 m2

322 ft2

55 m2

590 ft2

80 m2

861 ft2

140 m2

1500 ft2

250 m2

2690 ft2

350 m2

3770 ft2

+ 500 m2

+ 5380 ft2

Safe WorkingLoad*

900 kg1984 lbs

1,5 ton3306 lbs

2,5 tons5511 lbs

4,5 tons9920 lbs

7 tons15 432 lbs

12 tons26 455 lbs

20 tons44 100 lbs

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Code Zeros and Gennakers are finished with luff ropesthat provide the sail with strength to handle the highhalyard load required for proper function. Facnor fur-

lers are designed with this important feature in mind and wemanufacture thimbles that fit the jaw of the furler to accom-modate different luff ropes. The FX code zero and gennakerfurlers are designed with an open jaw to transmit the twist of

the luff rope.

The thimblesLuff ropes finished with Facnor lightweight aluminumthimbles fit the exact inside dimension of the jaw onthe 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 fortight and even furling. Facnor thimbles are CNC machined from a

solid block of aluminum so they resist crushing under high loads.Consult with your sailmaker to find the best luff rope configuration for

your boat. However, you can be sure that Facnor makes thimbles thatwill suit your needs :

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).

Blocks and sheaves :Often high halyard loads are required to properly sail with Code Zerosso Facnor offer many variations of 2 to 1 fittings. Compact sheaves inte-grated into the halyard swivel reduce weight aloft and increase lufflength while a block installed on the bottom of the drum can reduce theamount of mast compression. Many options are available to accommoda-te any specific need.

Quick - release - pin fastenings :FX furlers can be fitted with different quick fastening

device : loops, snapshackles, shackles, ...

Furling line

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

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

FX 2500FX 4500

FX 7 000FX 12 000

FX 20 000

2-to-1swivel

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COVERS FOR CONT INUOUS L INE DRUM AND SWIVELS

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

C O D E Z E R O A N D G E N N A K E R F U R L E R S O P T I O N S

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TorqueRope

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2-to-1 swivel

(Example ofstaysailinstallation)

Blocks, thimbles, sheaves, pin fastenings

FX 900FX 1500

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Simple and easy functionning

� Easy fixation thanks to an automaticlocking device on deck fixing blocks;

� Simple installation (only a short back-wards movement is needed to fit the bows-prit on the deck);

� Quick removal and storage on a thirdfixing block;

� Integrated line stopper for holding thetackline;

� The locking system incorporates ananti-theft device.

Complete kit including :

� Aluminium bowsprit with special end fittings : bridle attach-ment at the front and fixing block device at the back (deliveredpre-installed);

� Adjustable Central fixing collar;

� Deck fixing blocks.

Facnor offers a Sparcraft range of bowsprits. Easily remo-ved from the deck these innovative spars can be fitted onsailing boats from 25 to 57 feet. They have been speciallydesigned for Gennakers/Code zero or asymmetricSpinnakers. The deck fixing device allows a free foredeckwhen arriving at the harbour or mooring.

Options

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

*with bridles ** FX7000 with snapshakle option

Te c h n i c a l d a t a s

Options

W O R K I N GP O S I T I O N

“ P A R K I N G ”

Ergonomic design

� End fitting has an inte-gral machined sheave;

� Bridle attachment inte-grated in the front end fit-ting design;

� The central fixing collar iscaptive from the bowsprit but it isremovable from the fixing block.The foredeck is therefore totallyfree (no more fixed collar in theway).

Bridle attachment

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 specia-lized in high level rigging, can offer you solutions for bowspritbridles. Please contact Sparcraft agents.

fitted-in sheave

Articulating toggle forGennaker / Code zerofurler attachment,

Deck fixing block

Integrated line stopper

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

For Code zero, Gennaker and asymmetric Spinnaker furlers

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Workingdeck fitting

”Parking”deck fitting

Deck fittingcover

Stemheadfitting

Articulating togglefor Gennaker andCode zero furler

(see against)

section ø(mm) Alu.

Total length(mm - feet)

Minimum lengthinside (mm-feet)

Maximum lengthoutside (mm)

Use exampleBoat length

(feet)

Maximum sail area (m2) FX &Asym-FX

equipmentasymmetricSpinnaker

Gennaker& Code O

ø 70 1600 - 5’3” 800 - 2’7” 800 - 2’7” 25-36’ 60 37* 1500/2500ø 80 1800 - 5’10” 900 - 2’11” 900 - 2’11” 36-40’ 82 52* 2500/4500ø 90 1900 - 6’2” 950 - 3’1” 950 - 3’1” 40-47’ 102 65* 4500/7000**ø 100 2000 - 6’6” 1000 - 3’3” 1000 - 3’3” 48-57’ 130 / 150* 105* 4500/7000**

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

FURLING LINE(REMOVABLE)

POINTATTACHMENT

fixed on the tackor the head of the sail

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Regular furling (in/out) thanks to a simple system

Start furlingthe Asymmetric

Spinnakerby pullingthe furling

line

Furling first thecentre of the luff(thanks to a cen-tral furling rope)

Then the sail is furledand can be easily

loweredand removed

E r i c k L e d o u xCherbourg ChantierChantereyne dealer

REMOVABLE FURLING LINE(as for the FX, see page 31)thanks to the clever design of the stainless steelguide & the rubber ring

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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

As often, a careful pre-paration of the sailboat

eases the navigation at sea :you can adjust a strip*round the sail at the sheetposition, in order to hoist safely theasymmetric Spinnaker ”.* Your sailmaker can advise you

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SA I LO R T I P

LUFF ROPETERMINALwith splicelessdevice(adjustable length)

SWIVELRotating head fitting


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■ Tested mechanism (derived from Fx range of Gennaker

furlers)

■ Use of your existing asymmetric Spinnaker under cer-

tain conditions and modifications (strips+central rope)

■ 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

■ 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

line drum (Facnor patent).ANTI TWIST LUFF ROPEKevlar ® core

CONTINUOUS LINEDRUMwith fitted-in rope

connection (rotatingtack fitting)

CENTRALCONNECTIONLINELUFF ROPE/SAIL LUFF(line + strip)

Option FittingFX / ASYM-FXsystemsuitablefor usewith anexistingFxfurler

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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


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

2-to-1 BLOCK (Draw.1)The 2-to-1 block allows to reduce the loads generated by the adjus-

table tack line. This option is available for the Asym-Fx

2500/4500/7000/20000 models.

FRICTION BLOCK (Draw.2)This cheaper option is available from the AFX1500 up to the AFX7000 models (2-to-1 or 3-to-1 possible fittings).


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Frictionblock

● The more the twoattachment points are spread,the better is the torque

Daw.1

Draw.2

2-to-1 block

THE ASYMMETR IC SP INNAKER FURLER SU ITABLE FOR YOUR BOAT

A F X O P T I O N S

Asym-FXO p t i o n a l f i t t i n g

A S S Y M E T R I C S P I N N A K E R F U R L E R S

SA I LOR T IP

To sail closer to the wind even better, it isnecessary to lower the tack of the sail, this

will push forward the belly. Inversely, lift up the tackand the belly of the sail will go backwards, you willbe able to sail further downwind.”

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“ADJUSTING THE TACK”Ph i l i p p e Touê tI n c i d e n ce s Sa i lma ke r

A s y m - F X M O D E L AFX 1500 AFX 2500 AFX 4500 AFX 7000 AFX 12000

BOAT LENGTH (feet)(meters)

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

Asymmetric Spinnaker area (max.) 50 m2

538 ft2

90 m2

969 ft2

170 m2

1830 ft2

270 m2

2906 ft2

500 m2

5382 ft2

WeightContinuous line drum 395 g 986 g 1317 g 2180 g 3440 g

Swivel 250 g 531 g 755 g 990 g 1640 g

Splies furling line available in6, 8, 10, 12 et 14 mm diame-ter (Length: 12,16 or 20 mand further on request).

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>> Full mainsail set :

Above a certain area, a full bat-ten mainsail needs to be fittedwith ball bearing cars for morecomfortable cruising. In addi-tion to Lazy-jacks, Facslide®sets ease to hoist, lower andreef the mainsail. Furthermore,the new reefing locks completescunningly this car and trackdevice. For mainsail without anyfull batten, the Facnor CF fur-ling gear remains an alternativeequipment.

F A 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

FACSL IDE+ - LOCKS - MAINSA I L FURLERS

FACSLIDE+ FULL BATTEN CARSYSTEMS P44-46

REEFING LOCKS P47

MAINSAIL FURLING & REEFINGSYSTEMS P48-50

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The system of recirculating ball bearing cars is designed for full batten mainsail. Ithelps to raise, lower and reef the sail easily. The FACSLIDE® system combined witha Lazy Bag is the installation to handle perfectly your mainsail on your own.

The FACSLIDE® systemaims at “effortless sai-ling” like all Facnor

products. The tracks (FACS-LIDE® components) areeasily fitted to the mast withslugs slided inside the mast

groove.- This installation requires no modification of themast.- Different car models can be mixed together on thesame FR25 tracks. This way, when the cars aredown, the stack height of the sail can be kept to aminimum. - The FACSLIDE® system combined with a Lazy Bagfitting becomes the perfect fitting for solo mainsailhandling.*- The cars allow adjusting the sail even when youare sailing before the wind- The FACSLIDE® components are: 2 m tracks (new),one head board car, batten and intermediate cars.

TRACKS FITTING TO THEMAST WITHOUTMODIFICATIONThe tracks are easily fixed withslugs alongside the existingmast without unstepping(see page 46)

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P E R F O R M A N T & AE S T H E T I C

Hoist ing, reefing and lowering ef for t lesslyFACSL IDE+BATTEN CARS FOR FULLY BATTEN MAINSAILS

* For information, a 50 m2 mainsail weights approx. 35 kg for amonohull or 70 kg for multihull.

HEADBOARD CARScan be fitted on thehead board of theexisting sail or simplyon a ring.

MONOBLOCK CARSThe FACSLIDE® cars are CNCmachined in one block of alu-minium, this makes them shock-proof when lowering the sail.

AUTOMATIC REEFINGReefing the sail is easy due to thelow tension on the mainsail halyard.Tensioning the luff also becomeseasy even when you aresailing before the wind.For the F40 models,Facnor has developedan efficient outhaul car.

TOP AND BOTTOM STOPPERSDelivered in the FACSLIDE® kits,these stoppers prevent the carsfrom sliding out of the tracks.

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Safety-clip device(similar to the FXGennaker furlers))

FACSL IDE+ BATTEN CARS FOR FULLY BATTEN MAINSAILS

Hoist ing, reefing and lowering ef for t lessly

■ 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.

■ 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.

■ 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


* F07 is suitable for sailing boats under 30’

■ The tracks are easily fitted to your mast with slugs without unstepping and modifying it. The varioustypes of slugs ensure the compatibility of our system in most existing mast grooves. The tracks are CNCdrilled with high precision. Made of aluminium extrusion, they are also perfectly straight.

Facslide+ : hard 40 microns anodization of the tracks.

Different type of tracksaccording to the mainsailarea:

FR07 TRACK FOR F07 CARS

RAIL FR+ 25 x 15FR+25x15 TRACK FOR F10-20-30 CARS

FR40 TRACK FOR F40


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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

T R A C K I N S T A L L A T I O N W I T H S L U G S

Hoist ing, reefing and lowering ef for t lesslyFACSL IDE+BATTEN CARS FOR FULLY BATTEN MAINSAILS

Even though the head cars arepositioned 10 meter high, they

receive sea water, therefore donot hesitate to rinse the cars withfresh water.Facnor advice: once a year put adrop of washing up liquid on the car balls.”

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SA I LOR T IP“Salted water at the head…”Pierre Legoff, Sparcraf tTechnica l and Product Exper t

FACSLIDE MODEL MONOHULLmainsail area

MULTIHULLmainsail 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

Two types of slugs :flat and round (various

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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 ofreduced 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, …),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.

Choice of lock model : Lot of parameters are to be taken into account when choosing a lock, however, themost important criteria is the load levelapplied to the mainsail. Therefore, it isrecommended to check with the navalarchitect or sailmaker the value of theseloads.

F o r a n e a s y m a i n s a i l r e e f i n g

P a r a m e t e r s / M o d e l 3T 5T

Mainsail area 90 M2

968 ft2

135 M2

1450 ft2

H3T-5T R E E F I N G L O C K S

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O N E L O C K F O R T H E F U L L B A T T E N M A I N S A I L S

ATTACHMENT POINT ON THE BOOMThe end of the rocket is attached to the back of theboom (by a piece of rope).

ATTACHING LOOPAttach with a shackle or apiece of rope at the reefingpoint of the mainsail (eyeor strip).

STAINLESS STEEL BODYGood resistance of use guaranteed.

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

locked position

Stainless steel rocket,reefing line unlocked

LOCKING LINEIt activates the rocket insi-de the lock body (lockingand unlocking operations).

Towards boom sheaves

ROCKETThe internal part (rocket) slides inside theexternal body of the lock and is activated bytightening the locking line (reefing line).

Sailing differently but safely: the Facnor mainsail furling system makes your sailing safe andcomfortable. No more effort to reef the sail in choppy seas: by a simple handling, you willalways have the right surface of sail adapted to the wind conditions. No more hard job offolding 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.

Simplicity in the design:

The principle of the Compact F (CF) system meets: simplicity – reliability – inno-vation. The CF principle: a furling system that turns a headsail inside housingsections. 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 :

The housing sections are fixed with slugs alongside the mast (drilling not neces-sary). The drive unit is easy to install and does not require any modificationto the gooseneck. This kit is suitable for most of the masts and is quickly fit-

ted without unstepping the mast. The CF mainsail furling system is produced usinghigh tech means. As a result: an excellent quality/price ratio.

MAINSAIL WITHOUTBATTENSMainsail to be made to mea-sure from suitable dacron orlaminate materials to supportstorage when furled

DRIVE UNITThe furling sections turns by operating thedrive unit with a continuous line system.The drive unit is fitted with two sets of stain-less steel ball bearings and fixed to themast above the goose neck with slugs.PLEASE NOTE: The system does not inter-fere with the goose neck, therefore, nomodification is necessary.


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■ 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 (1,7meter long) are fixed withslugs to the mast withoutmodification.

BOTTOM SECTIONS DESIGNThe section design prevents damaging the sail. The edges of the housing sec-tion incorporate a round groove so that a spare sail or protection strip can behoisted.

BOOM EQUIPMENTThe mainsail furling system includes a boom kit thatallows perfect positioning of the clew. There are twoversions available:-standard kit (ref. RC): includes a ball bearing carand track (fixed onto the boom with slugs insertedinto the groove like the housing section);-special kit (ref. KB): avoids using the existing boomsheaves that are not really suitable because of theirsmall diameter. The sheaves supplied are fitted withneedle bearing substantially reducing friction (seenext page).


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

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EASY FIXING OF THE HOUSING SECTIONSThe housing sections are fitted to the mast by inserting slugs inside the mastgroove. The housing sections and the slugs are fixed together by stainless steelscrews and Nylock nuts. All housing sections are pre-drilled and no modifi-cation has to be done on your mast.

HOUSING AND FURLING SECTIONSThese sections are made of extruded aluminium and anodised after machi-ning. They combine resistance and lightness. The furling sections are twingroove.The standard length of the housing section is 1.70 meter in order tolower 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 pivotingsheave (pict 2); includes two needle bearing sheaves

Facnor offers a range of mainsail furling systems suitable for 6 to 17 meter sailing boat. The chart belowallows to determine the model that suits your boat (please ask for advice to our dealers, see on the website).


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Parameters / Model CF80 CF105

CF model reference 4CF80 5CF80 6CF80 7CF80 7CF105 8CF105 9CF105 10CF105

Maximum luff length 6,80M 8,50M 10,20M 11,90M 11,90M 13,60M 15,30M 17,00M

22’ 28’ 33’ 39’ 39’ 45’ 50’ 56’

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 30 mm - 1”3/4

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