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Description
The Wichard Backstay Adjuster 5585W is a robust, ratchet-style solution designed to fine-tune backstay tension with ease and precision. Ideal for rigs with removable inner forestays or furling systems, it delivers strong performance and smooth operation while improving overall sail control and boat performance.
Wichard Backstay Adjuster - 5585W Item # 888681
Description
Features:
- Ideal for fitting a removable, inner forestay (Genoa or Solent)
- Easy to install thanks to the snap shackle
- Robust and performance
- Strongly recommended when there is a furling system
- The ratchet model offers great comfort and ease of use during operations
- Improve the overall performance of the boat (Especially those equipped with a reefing-furling system)
Specifications:
- Length pin to pin closed / open: 20 15/52" / 14 5/32" (360 mm / 520 mm)
- Toggle length x width: 11/16" x 7/8" (17 mm x 22 mm)
- Pin diameter: 1/2" (12 mm)
- Stud diameter: 9/16" (14 mm)
- For wire diameter: 1/4" / 5/16" / 3/8" (7 mm / 8 mm / 9 mm)
- Working load: 8800 lbs (3200 kg)
- Breaking Load: 13,200 lbs (6000 kg)
- Material:
- Grade 316L stainless steel
- HR stainless steel snap shackle (17.4 PH)
Metric Conversion Information
- To convert inches to mm - Multiply inches by 25.4
- To convert mm to inches - Multiply millimeters by 0.0394
Note: imperial dimensions are approximate, the manufacturer built this product to metric specs.