Facnor FastFX+4500 Complete Kits
A Furler easy to use and reliable in cruising or racing,
- Adapted to sailboat from 13 to 16m (42′ to 55′)
- For asymmetric Spinnaker of 240m²/2583ft²maximum
- Ratchet option Start & Go available (working both clock or anti-clock wise)
- Unique captive quick-release pin
- Possible conversion for Code Sail
- Composite/carbon housing
- Maintenance free units (sealed bearings)
Mechanisms designed as an in/out system to furl top-down the asymmetric Spinnaker, but by disconnecting the FAST4500 thimble the furler can be also used for so-called flying sails fitted with anti-twist luff rope (Staysail, Code sails).
Possibility of customizing attachments (solid sheave, 2-to-1 block)
The Complete kits of the FastFX+ 4500
- One continuous line drum in anodized aluminum and CNC machined in a solid block, protected by a composite/carbon housing, low profile drum
- one top-down thimble Fast 4500 in anodized aluminum and CNC machined in a solid block
- One swivel also in anodized aluminum and CNC machined in a solid block, including neoprene anti-impact cover with high-visibility marking
- One snapshackle as bottom drum attachment (optional SSH+4500 solid sheave as alternative)
- One shackle as top swivel attachment (optional SB4500 2-to-1 friction ring as alternative
- Twin Fairlead velcro® stripes fairlead for stanchion
- Spliced Furl. Rope polyester /braid polyester rope for furling line.
Opt for the optional « Start & Go » system, a ratchet in s/s duplex enabling a temporary stop when furling in and a self-locking both clockwise and anti-clockwise (Facnor patent).
The FX+4500 In/Out system offers comfort in sail handling, reliability and easy manipulation:
- Monoblock conception of the mechanisms for more sturdiness and long-lasting
- Intuitive manipulation to connect the sail to the mechanisms thanks to a fitted-in, compact and unique captive quick-release pin
- Bottom drive unit with largely dimensioned diameter for a strong torque and therefore more comfortable handling
- Rotation transmitted through an anti-torsion luff rope optional – slided inside the luff tape and fitted with thimble on each end (FCI4500 s-s thimbles and FRC s-s clamps also in option)
- Easy 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
- Optimize your investment and convert your furlers for the use with your asymmetric Spinnaker, just add FAST 4500 top-down thimble.