{"title":"Ronstan Series 80 Furler — User Manual \u0026 Spec Sheet","description":"\u003clink rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/om-manual-v2.css\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.mpom .om-tbl.nw td+td{white-space:nowrap}.mpom details.om-dd{position:relative;margin:0}.mpom details.om-dd\u003esummary{list-style:none;cursor:pointer}.mpom details.om-dd\u003esummary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.mpom .om-dd-menu{position:absolute;left:0;top:calc(100% + 6px);min-width:100%;width:max-content;max-width:360px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e3e5e8;border-radius:6px;box-shadow:0 8px 24px rgba(0,0,0,.14);z-index:30;padding:6px}.mpom .om-dd-menu a{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:14px;padding:10px 12px;border-radius:4px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#2a2b2a!important;text-decoration:none!important}.mpom .om-dd-menu a:hover{background:#f5f6f8}.mpom .om-dd-menu small{font-weight:400;color:#5f6368;white-space:nowrap}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mpom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-head\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"om-tag\"\u003eOWNER'S MANUAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp class=\"om-lead\"\u003eSetting up the Ronstan Series 80 continuous line furler for straight-luff sails: loading the 8mm furling line, guide arm alignment, the accessory range and load ratings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDocument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRonstan Series 80 Furler User Manual \u0026amp; Spec Sheet\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFormat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF · 4 pages · 3.3 MB\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\" style=\"border-bottom:0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLanguage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnglish\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-acts\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"om-btn dl\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Ronstan-Series-80-Furler-User-Manual-Spec-Sheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.4\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 4v11\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"m7 10 5 5 5-5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 20h14\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Download PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-btn buy\" href=\"\/products\/ronrs208000\"\u003eBuy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-toc\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#om-system\"\u003eSystem\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-install\"\u003eSetup\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-acc\"\u003eAccessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-care\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-products\"\u003eProducts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRS208000.jpg?v=1735835313\" alt=\"Ronstan Series 80 Furler — User Manual \u0026amp; Spec Sheet\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-system\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eFurler System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for sails with a \"straight\" luff (code zero, screecher, staysail), generally sailed at true wind angles below 90°. The tack attaches to the furler and the head to the top swivel, so the sail furls along the entire length of the luff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorsion rope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous furling line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop swivel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThimble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShackle, snap shackle or 2:1 fairlead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sail must be either completely unfurled or completely furled: the furler cannot be used with a partially furled sail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a synthetic luff cable (torsion line) with a thimble at each end, connected between the fork of the furler at the bottom and the swivel at the top. Ronstan recommends agreeing torsion line type, diameter and length with your sailmaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurling line alignment matters: the line must lead fair into the guide. Use blocks or fairleads to guide it where required; the furling line can be cleated to keep the sail from unfurling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eS80 Furler \u0026amp; Top Swivel (RS208000 + RS208010)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart no.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMWL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS208000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFurler \u0026amp; shackle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e950kg (2090lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1900kg (4190lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e206g (7.3oz)*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFurler line Ø 8mm (5\/16\"); shackle 6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrs208000\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS208010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop swivel \u0026amp; shackle with flush pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e950kg (2090lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1900kg (4190lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e111g (3.9oz)*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShackle 6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrs208010\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS208020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSnap shackle adaptor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e960kg (2120lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000kg (4410lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54g (1.9oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrs208020\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS208030\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2:1 fairlead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1040kg (2290lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2300kg (5070lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44g (1.6oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrs208030\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS208040\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLuff line thimble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8g (0.3oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAL6061, anodised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrs208040\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS208050\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShackle, 6mm (plus flush pin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1950kg (4300lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26g (0.9oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS208080\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop swivel lashing pin, 7mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e950kg (2090lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1900kg (4190lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29g (1.0oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrs208080\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003e*Weight doesn't include shackle. All dimensions on the spec sheet are in mm; do not scale from the drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Ronstan-Series-80-Furler-Parts-Drawing.png\" alt=\"Ronstan Series 80 spec sheet: furler RS208000, top swivel, thimble, shackle, 2:1 fairlead, snap-shackle adaptor and lashing pin\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border:1px solid #e3e5e8;border-radius:6px;margin:0\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block om-grid2\" id=\"om-install\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eFurling Line Installation \u0026amp; Removal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimised for 8mm (5\/16\") rope. The line loads and unloads without un-reeving it, for installations where it is permanently led aft through blocks or fairleads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the drum to align the slot in the bottom plate of the drum with the guide opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the rope through the guide opening and deep into the slot until the rope is in the hole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the drum all the way around until the slot lines up with the guide opening on the other side of the guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull the rope out through the guide opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eGuide Arm Alignment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn-line or at 90 degrees to align the furler mount with the deck or bowsprit attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the screw located in the guide arm underneath the drum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the guide arm and PTFE strip 90° until the hole in the guide arm lines up with the alternate hole in the shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-connect the guide arm to the shaft using the same screw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-acc\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eAccessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRS208010 Top Swivel\u003c\/b\u003e – the top half of the system, matched to the furler load rating; fork designed for the dedicated torsion line thimble; maintenance free factory sealed bearing, retained clevis pin and snag-free low profile shackle pin head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRS208020 Snap-Shackle\u003c\/b\u003e – replaces the shackle on the furler or top swivel for quick attachment to the bow fitting or halyard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRS208030 2:1 Fairlead\u003c\/b\u003e – replaces the shackle on the furler for a 2:1 purchase: tack line dead-ended at the deck or bowsprit end, up around the fairlead, down to a block and aft to a rope clutch. A popular way to adjust torsion rope tension, and hence luff tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRS208040 Thimble\u003c\/b\u003e – terminates the torsion rope at both ends (stitched or spliced); the extra hole is for lashing the sail. Lashing the sail to the thimble, not the furler, lets torsion line and sail come off the furler and top swivel easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRS208050 Shackle\u003c\/b\u003e – replacement shackle for both top swivel and furler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-care\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse regularly with fresh water to remove salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply Ronstan RF3000 Sailfast™ (or a similar silicon based lubricant) over the body and components to enhance performance and prolong service life. Do not use petro-chemical lubricants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriodically remove fasteners and re-apply Tef-Gel® (TG-10) to prevent corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory sealed bearings are maintenance free. Bearing and seal replacement can be arranged through your local Ronstan re-seller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurlers carry a three year warranty (terms and conditions from Ronstan).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eNeed a part that isn't listed? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it\u003c\/a\u003e and quote the part number from the PDF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\" id=\"om-products\"\u003eProducts in this Manual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ronrs208040","title":"Ronstan Thimble (9mm Wire) for Series 80 Furlers","description":"\u003cp\u003eTorsion rope Thimble, suits RS208000, RS208100 \u0026amp; RS208010.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Part # RONRS208040 | Ronstan Part # RS208040\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49347696329010,"sku":"RONRS208040","price":46.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRS208040.jpg?v=1735835337"},{"product_id":"ronrs208080","title":"Ronstan Top Swivel Lashing Pin for Series 80 Furlers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade 6061-T6 aluminium thimbles, and 3:1 fairlead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade 2205 stainless steel quick release pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade 17-4 stainless steel forge HR shackles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurler rotation stop prevents accidental unfurling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop swivel lashing pin allows for closer sail attachment at head, improving furling for top down systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRS208080 | Ronstan Part # RS208080\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49347975250226,"sku":"RONRS208080","price":150.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRS208080.jpg?v=1735835365"},{"product_id":"ronrs208030","title":"Ronstan Shackle 2:1 (6mm pin) for Series 80 Furlers","description":"\u003cp\u003e2:1 fairlead can be used on furler top swivel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRS208030 | Ronstan Part # RS208030\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49348207804722,"sku":"RONRS208030","price":208.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRS208030.jpg?v=1735835366"},{"product_id":"ronrs208020","title":"Ronstan Snap Shackle (6mm pin) for Series 80 Furlers","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpare Parts, suits RS208000 \u0026amp; RS208100\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRS208020 | Ronstan Part # RS208020\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49348303913266,"sku":"RONRS208020","price":141.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRS208020.jpg?v=1735835343"},{"product_id":"ronrs208010","title":"Ronstan Head Swivel for Series 80 Furlers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ronstan Head Swivel for Series 80 Furlers #RS208010 is designed to ensure a smooth sailing experience with its maintenance free bearing system. It offers a reliable and easy setup for any sailor looking to simplify their sail handling. Constructed from high-quality materials, this swivel provides excellent performance on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eCrafted with grade 17-4 forged stainless steel shackles, grade 316 fasteners, and a grade 2205 stainless steel shaft, this swivel is built to last. It's compatible with the Series 80 furlers, providing a dependable solution for modern sailors. The snag-free low profile shackle pin head ensures a clean and streamlined setup, while the adjustable furling line guide offers adaptability for various deck layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRS208010 | Mfr. Part # RS208010 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49348728815922,"sku":"RONRS208010","price":317.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRS208010.jpg?v=1735835325"},{"product_id":"ronrs208000","title":"Ronstan Furlers - Series 80 - Boat Size: 26.0 - 30.0 ft (8.0 - 9.0 m)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ronstan Furlers - Series 80 #RS208000 is designed for sailors seeking reliable and efficient sail handling for boats sized 26.0 to 30.0 ft. With advanced drum technology and maintenance-free bearing systems, these furlers ensure smooth and safe operation on the water. Offering both top-down and standard furling options, they cater to both cruising and racing enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe furlers feature a sophisticated PTFE perimeter strip and incorporate a continuous line system, making installation and removal straightforward. They are compatible with boats measuring 26.0 to 30.0 ft, providing reliable performance without requiring ongoing maintenance. With attachment options like quick release pins and snag-free shackles, these furlers offer versatility in deck setup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eUsage\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdeal for use with both cruising headsails and racing code zeros, these furlers allow for easy and efficient sail management directly from the cockpit. The top-down models are particularly suited for handling soft luff sails such as asymmetric spinnakers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRS208000 | Mfr. 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