New PROFURL Furling Systems

New PROFURL Furling Systems:
The Best of our Technology
for all our Customers
Racing Systems:
Performance & Ease of Use
for 6 to 20 m boats
Cruising Systems:
Strength & Security
for 5 to 26 m boats
Cruising Systems: Security and Ease of Use
C260
Boat length: 5-8m
Max. forestay Ø: 5mm
C290
C320
Boat length: 7-10m
Boat length: 9.5-12m
Max. forestay Ø: 6.35mm Max. forestay Ø: 7mm
C350
Boat length: 11.5-13.5m
Max. forestay Ø: 8mm
C420
Boat length: 13-15m
Max. forestay Ø: 10mm
Self-contained
halyard furling
system
New Furling Systems for all Sailing Programs
After 20 years of experience gained through the collaboration with top sailors and after equipping
thousands of yachts, PROFURL is proud to introduce TWO new furling system ranges.
The Cruising systems are dedicated to 5 to 26 meters boats and offer the sailors security and strength
for a longer life.
The Racing furling systems will bring performance as well as ease of use thanks to some innovations
like the opening luff rope prefeeder. With its black and airfoil extrusion, the Racing systems have been
especially designed for the racing-cruising sailors.
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C430
Boat length: 14-16m
Max. forestay Ø: 12.7mm
C480*
Boat length: 14.5-18.5m
Max. forestay Ø: 14.3mm
C520**
Boat length: 16.5-18.5m
Max. forestay Ø: 16mm
C530**
Boat length: 18.5-26m
Max. forestay Ø: 19mm
*: release in 2006 - **: removable drum version: release in 2006
Racing Systems: Performance and Ease of Use
R250
R350
Boat length: 6-9m
Boat length: 9.5-12.5m
Max. forestay Ø: 6.35mm Max. forestay Ø: 8mm
R420
Boat length: 11.5-14.5m
Max. forestay Ø: 10mm
R430
R480
Boat length: 13-16.5m
Boat length: 15.5-20m
Max. forestay Ø: 11.1/rod-30 Max. forestay Ø: 12.7/rod-40
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Wrap stop (patented)
Prevents halyard wraps. Fixed to the top of the stay, the wrap stop eliminates the needs
for a halyard fairlead, and reduces potential halyard chafe. The wrap stop also prevents
unnecessary horizontal pressure on the top swivel, which could generate bearing fatigue.
Extrusions : Optimum Strength to Weight Ratio
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NE
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NE
New Luff Rope Feeder
UV
EA
NO
PROFURL extrusions are made lighter and stronger by the use of special alloy (6106)
and by design incorporating longitudinal ribs offering the best strength/weight ratio of the
market.
Optimum torque resistance along the entire foil length and the total absence of play at the
junctions avoid any possibility of twist whilst reefing. The foil shape is specifically designed
for uniform rigidity aerodynamic performance and smooth even rotation.
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NE
The new luff rope feeder for a smoother and easier sail hoist by one crew member.
Manufactured from highly resistant stainless steel, the design eliminates any possible
damage to the sail. The luff rope feeder can be installed or removed without any tool.
Delivered as a standard on all models but C260 and C290.
New Opening Luff Rope Prefeeder
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The first opening luff rope prefeeder of its kind is the the perfect illustration of the Wichard
know-how. In the closed position it guides the sail perfectly. When re-hoisting the sail,
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U •
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By replacing head and tack shackles, this new device enables to attach the sail quickly
and to furl it perfectly without any distortion. Thanks to the captive pin, the headsail can be
easily and quickly installed. Delivered as a standard on Racing systems and an optional
extra on Cruising models.
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W•
U •
NE
New Swiveling Attachment Device
UV
EA
NO
just open the prefeeder and close it around the luff without having to remove the headsail.
Delivered as a standard on Racing systems and an optional extra on Cruising models.
The Ball Bearings: The Heart of the Furling System
PROFURL utilizes high strength 100 C6 carbon steel bearings to carry the loads of the sail.
These bearings are sealed in a grease bath, which has proven to be the most successful
design for reefing systems. It also provides an unequalled strength to weigth ratio. The
use of special waterproof grease and the PROFURL unique greasing process efficiently
lubricate the system for its entire life.
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NE
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NE
(on all models but C260, C290 and C700)
Resistance :
Made of high impact plastic (similar to car bumpers), the drum can withstand
tremendous impact (e.g. anchor bumps, collision...) and is resistant to UV
and corrosion.
Ease of use :
The double cage arms (PROFURL exclusivity) prevents the furling line
jumping off the drum: they allow the furling line to jump back onto the drum,
by simply pulling on the line.
Removable :
By removing the drum and the double drum guard, the headsail can be
hoisted and set as if on a racing foil.
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NE
NE
•
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W•
UV
EA
New Removable Drum
NO
Watertightness is achieved by the use of two double lip seals, one above and one below each
ball bearing. These seals prevent foreign bodies such as salt, sand and dust from entering
the bearing mechanism. Water is also prevented from entering the bearing system.
New Stainless Steel Locking Devices
For boats aimed at an intensive use or those used on charter catamaran, old gaffers and
those installed below the deck, PROFURL delivers specific stainless steel locking devices
instead of the standard ones.
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Cruising Furling Systems
Cruising System
C260
C290
C320
C350
C420
C430
C480
C520
C530
Halyard swivel systems
Self
contained
halyard
C700
On
demand
Max. forestay Ø (mm)
5
6,35
7
8
10
12,7
14,3
16
19
25,4
Clevis pin Ø (mm)
-
10-12
10-12
10-12
14-16
19-22
22
25
28
NA
Furling standard length (m)
8,50
10
12
14
16
18
18
20
22
NA
Extrusion length (m)
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
NA
Weigth / meter (Kg)
0,408
0,577
0,600
0,759
0,686
0,865
1,200
1,460
2,800
NA
Removable drum
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes*
Yes**
Yes**
No
Luff rope feeder
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Double luff groove
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
18
26+
Luff line Ø (mm)
5
6
Luff rope prefeeder
No
Option
Swiveling attachment device
No
Option
Long link plates
No
Turnbuckle cylinder
No
Stainless steel locking devices
No
Option
Yes
Option
Option
Warranty
10 year warranty
*: release in 2006 - **: removable drum version: release in 2006
Boat Length (meter)
Model
C260
Max.
forestay Ø
mm
5
C290
6.35
C320
7
C350
8
C420
10
C430
12.7
C480
14.3
C520
16
C530
19
5 to 7
7 to 9
9.50
10
11
12
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Racing Furling Systems
Racing System
R250
Max. forestay Ø (mm)
Clevis pin Ø (mm)
Furling standard length (m)
R350
R420
R430
R480
6,35
8
10
11.1 (rod-30)
10-12
10-12
16
16
12.7 (rod-40)
18
8
12
14
16
18
Extrusion length (m)
2
2
2
2
2
Weight / meter (Kg)
0,402
0,690
0,886
0,886
1,200
Removable drum
Yes
Luff rope feeder
Yes
Luff rope prefeeder
Yes
Double luff groove
Yes
Luff line Ø (mm)
5
Swiveling attachment device
6
Yes
Long link plates
Option
Turnbuckle cylinder
Option
Stainless steel locking devices
Option
Warranty
10 year warranty
Boat Length (meter)
Model
R250
Max.
forestay Ø
mm
6.35
R350
8
R420
10
R430
11.1
(rod-30)
12.7
(rod-40)
R480
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
16
Several fittings: for an easy and fast installation on the existing forestay
Common fitting
Fitting with long link plates
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Fitting with
turnbuckle cylinder
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PROFURL - Engineered for life
PROFURL, a Wichard Group company since 2002, have designed, manufactured and sold reefing-furling systems for
more than 20 years. The PROFURL systems have established a worldwide reputation for strength and reliability. They
are specified by all leading charter fleets and are selected by the premier boat builders. Up to now more than 100.000
PROFURL systems are in use worldwide.
Unequalled references
PROFURL have invested in research and manufacturing of reefing-furling systems and have received unequalled results
in transoceanic races, with boats using standard PROFURL systems. At PROFURL: the best of our technology is for all
our customers.
An unequalled global network
PROFURL products are distributed in 54 countries all over the world through a network of professionnals well qualified
and regularly trained.
Helpful support and permanent assistance
On www.profurl.com, the user can find out the model of furler, find the reference of parts and the address of the nearest
PROFURL agent. In case of part shortage, PROFURL can dispatch it every working day, 12 months a year.
To select a system, have specific adaptations or whatsoever, you will always get an answer from a PROFURL specialist
by phone, by fax or by e-mail.
PROFURL in Europe
WICHARD Hotline / Technical Support
Saint Nazaire, France
Tel +33 (0)2 51 76 00 35
Fax +33 (0)2 40 01 40 43
Email : hotline@wichard.com
WICHARD S.A.S
ZI de Felet
63300 Thiers, France
Tel +33 (0)4 73 51 65 39
Fax +33 (0)4 73 80 96 10
Email : marine@wichard.com
WICHARD - PROFURL Benelux
P.O. Box 7223
NL 3280 AA Numansdorp
Tel : + 31 (0)6 53 668862
Fax : + 31 (0)186 651055
Email : sbarzilay@wichard.com
Worldwide Subsidiaries
WICHARD, Inc
47 High Point Ave
Portsmouth RI 02871
USA
Tel: +1 401 683 5055
Fax :+1 401 683 5077
Toll free number: + 1 800 852-7084
Email : info@wichard-usa.com
WICHARD PACIFIC Pty Ltd
Unit 13, 2 Bishop Street
St Peters NSW 2044
Australia
Tel : + 61 2 9516 0677
Fax : + 61 2 9516 0688
Toll free number: 1800 639 767
Email : don@wichard.com.au
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Each PROFURL component part has a serial number engraved to ensure it can be identified throughout the system life.
At every stage of the production process, PROFURL maintains rigorous and close controls on each component parts to
guarantee the user that he has high quality equipment.
The description and specifications of the products show in this document may be changed without prior notice
The PROFURL quality