{"title":"Spinlock Rig-Sense — Instructions","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\"\u003eINSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp class=\"om-lead\"\u003eHow to take a consistent reading with the Spinlock Rig-Sense tension gauge, how it differs from a Loos-type gauge, the Rig-Sense app, and Spinlock's rig-tuning notes with the Loos and lbs conversion charts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDocument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpinlock Rig-Sense Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFormat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF · 10 pages · 0.9 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\u003cdetails class=\"om-dd\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"om-btn dl\"\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\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"om-dd-menu\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Spinlock-Rig-Sense-Instructions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 10 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Spinlock-Rig-Sense-App-Instructions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApp instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 6 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Spinlock-Rig-Sense-Tuning-Your-Rig.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuning your rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 3 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Spinlock-Rig-Sense-Loos-Gauge-Conversion-Chart.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoos gauge conversion chart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 1 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-btn buy\" href=\"\/collections\/spinlock-sailboat-rig-tension-gauges-sensors-tools\"\u003eView Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-toc\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#om-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-use\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-tuning\"\u003eTuning Notes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-app\"\u003eApp \u0026amp; Charts\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\/Spinlock-Rig-Sense-Instructions-Cover.png\" alt=\"Spinlock Rig-Sense — Instructions\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWire \/ rope diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRGS0205\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5mm diameter lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRGS0508\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–8mm diameter lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect measurement of tension in kg, no conversion needed; works on wire and rope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-handed operation; it supports itself on the rig and the scale is readable from the turnbuckle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable central deflector (same deflection for all cable sizes), profiled stainless steel deflectors that follow the natural bend of the cable, and a composite leaf spring that cannot over-stretch and is calibrated during assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry bag included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-use\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eTaking a Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull the top slider down fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the Rig-Sense to the wire with the slider pushed fully up against it; it will now hang on the rig unsupported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith your thumb, push the bottom of the leaf spring so the wheel hooks onto the wire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor consistent results, push the base so the pointer goes towards 0kg and release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the tension in kg from the pointer on the leaf spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not push the leaf spring beyond the scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not leave it in direct sunlight for prolonged periods; store it in its bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash it in fresh water after contact with salt water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not leave it attached to a rig for long periods (days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not disassemble it: this affects calibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-tuning\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eTuning Your Rig\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinlock recommends between 15–25% of the breaking strain of the wire. For a standard 1×19 stainless steel 3mm shroud this is 108kg to 180kg (approx. 720kg breaking strain).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost tuning guides come from new boats, which are stiffer than older ones: trying to match their very high or very low tensions can damage an older hull or rig.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse three easy-to-judge headings instead of wind speed, and mark control settings with coloured tape (1, 2, 3) so they can be repeated on the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSetting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnder powered\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eNot hiking or trapezing, looking for more power\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePowered up\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eHiking and\/or trapezing, ideal power\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOver powered\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eHiking and\/or trapezing and easing sails\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMast rake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22' 11\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22' 8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22' 4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRig tension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKicker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMK1 (none)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMK2 (hand tight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMK3 (max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCunningham\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMK1 (none)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMK1 (none)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMK3 (max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eExample layout from Spinlock's tuning sheet, not a recommendation for your boat. Mark the Rig-Sense with your boat name and a pencil reference, and tape-mark the rigging so you measure at the same place each time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block om-grid2\" id=\"om-app\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eRig-Sense App\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store; tuning guides are stored on your device, not in the cloud – export them as a backup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Data: import a CSV, create a blank tuning guide or start from a template (templates are a starting point only; check with your boat or spar builder or class).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-tap to edit boat name, notes, row and column titles and settings; the blue column is your base setting. Tap and hold a row or column title for options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTension Converter: select the gauge model, wire diameter and value, then copy the tension in kg into your guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShare: tap and hold a guide on the Home screen; it exports as a CSV file.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eConversion Charts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoos to kg: Loos Model A PT1, Model B PT2 and PT3 readings converted to kg for 2.5mm to 8mm wire (in the PDF downloads).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLbs to kg table in the instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinlock notes the Loos conversion is for indication only: depending on the age of your Loos gauge there can be an error of up to 100%. Set up the rig with your Loos gauge, then read it with the Rig-Sense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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":"spi-rgs-0205","title":"Spinlock Rig Sense Tension - Wire: 1\/16 - 3\/16 in (2.0 - 5.0 mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Spinlock Rig Sense Tension Gauge #RGS\/0205 is a handy tool designed for sailors who need to measure loads on small keelboats and dinghies efficiently. This device is perfect for one-handed operation, making it easy to use while supporting itself on the rig. 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Quality parts ensure consistent and accurate readings over time, and long term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eLoads on both wire and ropes\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e Accepts wire or fibre diameters 5-8 mm (3\/16-5\/16\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDirect Scale with tension output\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eComposite calibrated leaf spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStainless steel contact points\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eErgonomic, robust body\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCompact size, durable and light\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEasy one handed operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCarry bag included\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWorks in conjunction with the Rig-Sense App\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # SPI-RGS-0508 | Mfr. 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