Furlex 30S

Name: Furlex 30S
Brand: Seldén
SKU: 539-490-11
Price: 308.58 GBP
Availability: BackOrder

Part No. 539-490-11

Weight. 1285.00 g

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The smallest furlers in the Furlex family are used as standard equipment on numerous dinghies, small catamarans and keelboats. They feature stainless ball bearings for long life, composite components for low weight and clever designs to reduce friction. Properties that have made Furlex the world’s best-selling furling systems since early 80’s.

Furlex 30S/40S for dinghies, keelboats and small catamarans with ø4 mm forestays.

These kits for 20S/30S/40S include top swivel, drum, tack attachment & furling line.

Furlex 30S

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Key Features of the Furlex 30S

1. Patented Load Distributor

Like all Furlex systems, the 30S includes Seldén’s patented load distributor in the halyard swivel. This ensures low friction and even load distribution, reducing wear and improving furling performance under load.

2. Twin-Groove Foil

The twin-groove luff extrusion allows for fast sail changes and twin headsail setups—perfect for downwind sailing or racing configurations.

3. Compact Drum with Line Guide

The furling drum is designed to coil the furling line evenly, minimizing friction and preventing jams. The line guide keeps the furling line organized and easy to handle.

4. Complete Installation Kit

The Furlex 30S is delivered as a ready-to-install kit, including:

Forestay wire
Halyard swivel
Furling line
Stanchion lead blocks
Halyard lead
Sail feeder
Pre-feeder
Optional Sta-Lok terminal

No swaging required—making it ideal for DIY installation or quick upgrades.

📐 Technical Specifications

Specification	Value
Recommended Boat Length	~24–30 ft
Max Boat Displacement	3,000 kg
Forestay Diameter	5 mm or 6 mm
Max Forestay Length	~13–15 m
Foil Type	Twin-groove aluminium extrusion
Drum Type	Split drum with line guide

🧭 Performance and Handling

The Furlex 30S offers smooth furling and reefing, even in gusty conditions. Sailors report that it performs reliably with minimal effort from the cockpit. The system is designed to prevent halyard wrap and includes a pre-feeder for easy sail hoisting.

Its compact size and lightweight construction make it ideal for single-handed sailing, club racing, and coastal cruising.

🛠️ Ideal Applications

The Furlex 30S is best suited for:

Small cruising yachts (24–30 ft)
Performance keelboats
Trailer-sailers
Single-handed sailors

🧾 Final Thoughts

The Furlex 30S brings big performance to small boats. With its robust construction, smart design, and complete kit, it offers the kind of control and convenience that makes sailing safer and more enjoyable.