Which Spinlock Rope Clutch Service Kit Do You Need?
Spinlock's XTS, XAS, XTR, and XTX rope clutches each need their own service kit, matched by model and rope-diameter range, not just the Spinlock name. Here's how to identify your...
Sailboat Rope Clutches & JammersHow-To Guides
Hold and release lines under load with clutches and jammers matched to your rope diameters. Learn how to lay out and select clutches for a clean, efficient cockpit.
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Which Spinlock Powerclutch Do You Need? XXA vs. XXB vs. XXC Compared
Spinlock's XXA, XXB, and XXC Powerclutches step up by load and construction, not line diameter -- all three fit 8-12mm line. See which fits your halyard, and where each is...
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What's the Difference Between a Lewmar DC1 and DC2 Rope Clutch?
Lewmar's DC1 and DC2 rope clutches share the same Domino Cluster mechanism, but the DC1 caps at a 500 kg working load on 6-12mm line while the DC2 scales to...
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What's the Difference Between Antal's CAM 611 and V-CAM Rope Clutches?
Antal's V-CAM rope clutches use a V-shaped cam that grips a line on three sides, instead of the two-sided pinch of the CAM 611's flat cam. See how the load...
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How Does a Rope Clutch Work?
A rope clutch locks a loaded halyard, sheet, or reef line in place with a spring-loaded cam — and releases it cleanly even under load. Here's how the mechanism works,...
