Karver KF1.5 Furler - V3 Standard with K Snap & Lashing Eye

The Karver KF1.5 V.3 Standard version is a flying furler that withstands a workload of 1500kg and is suitable for sailboats from 25 to 35 feet. It is latest model and the 3rd generation of the famous Karver furler range and is fitted as standard with a carbon/kevlar® continuous line wheel, a reinforced ABS casing protected with K Krok silicone protection, Karver’s 2 in 1 K Snap shackle, Karver’s remote locking system for the continuous line wheel and a swivel also protected by Karver’s K Krok impact-resistant protection. 

The Karver KF1.5 STANDARD is supplied with a drum and its swivel. It allows furling in complete safety of the cockpit, complementing so-called "flying" sails such as a gennaker, a code 0 and staysails, etc ... It is also possible to furl an asymmetric spinnaker by equipping it with Karvers KTS adaptor.

For more than 15 years, Karver has been shaking up the market by regularly offering new innovations. They are at the origin of the remote locking systems of the continuous line wheel, of the system of quick furling line installation, captive fast pins, friction sheaves with fast pins, carbon drums and they are above all recognized for offering the lightest and most compact furlers on the market. This is the reason why they are very present aboard offshore racing yachts and aboard the most efficient yachts such as the Imocas which are equipped with more than 70% Karver furlers.

Features

• Patented carbon & Kevlar continuous line wheel - More torque for less effort and more power
• Karver Snap (K Snap)  2: 1 friction sheave, snap shackle
• The K Kroks are silicone impact-resistant protectors that Karver have installed as standard on the ABS casings and the Top Swivel. These new ergonomic protections will effectively protect the boat (hull, deck, mast, etc, ..) and the furler itself.
• Aesthetics : Black range, carbon, mirror polished stainless steel, hard anodization of aluminum – Stylish, as well a professionally efficient
• New opening system for captive fast pins that are more ergonomic, more reliable and easier to clean.

Specification

Karver Furlers - A bit more info

• A furler is a piece of comfort and safety equipment. It allows you to roll and unroll your sail from the cockpit.
• Furling sails are called "flying" because unlike a genoa, they are not intended to stay in place all the time. They are usually put away at the end of use or at the end of the day.
• A furling sail cannot be used partially rolled up unlike a furling genoa. It is completely rolled up or unrolled.
• Karver furlers include a drum equipped with a K Snap a swivel, a lashing eye, 1x removable automatic lock, 1x open friction ring to properly align the line, 1 x neoprene storage bag the manual
• Not includes in the box: The line (operation line), the anti-torsion line (Installed and delivered with the sail), the thimbles (installed and delivered on the anti-torsion line). All these equipment are available as optional extras
• If you use the furler with a bowsprit, you can use the K Snap as hoist 2 : 1. For sails that need more tension (Code 0 for example), Karver recommend replacing the K Snap with a 3: 1 friction sheave. In both cases, the hoist will prevent you from acrobatic operations and easily bring the furler back to the deck
• If you have any doubt about the compatibility of Karver’s K Snap or our swivel with your fixing point, do not hesitate to ask us for advice by giving us the brand and the reference (or the dimensions).
• Karver’s automatic drum lock is a convenience feature. It helps to prevent unwanted unwinding of the sail if you do not secure the sail. It also makes it possible to roll the sail with one hand. The lock can be removed without tools in seconds. If you haven't taken the time to read the operation manual, disconnect it for lock-less use.
• It is rare to install a UV strip on a flying sail that is not intended to stay in place. If, however, a UV strip is provided, it must be installed on the starboard side. If you are using a sail with a UV strip on the port side, contact us so that we can offer you a part that will solve this problem.
• Most of Karver’s furlers can be ordered with a “drum” option ». This option is usually reserved for fixed (Solent) or semi-fixed (Trinquettes) sails with short edges. This option is not suitable for sails with very large overlaps (border).
• One of Karver's strengths is to be particularly attentive to their individual clients in a professional but relaxed atmosphere. Do not hesitate to ask our team aided by Karver for advice whatever your level of practice.