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Upgrading Furlex 200S to 200E: Upgrading your manual Furlex to Push-button performance is an easy upgrade
  • Upgrading Furlex 200S to 200E: Upgrading your manual Furlex to Push-button performance is an easy upgrade

Upgrading Furlex 200S to 200E

£1,999.73 £2,352.62 Save 15%
inc. VAT Typically delivered within 2-3 Weeks (In stock at Distributor)

Upgrade your manual Furlex Push-button performance is an easy upgrade for anyone who already has a manual Furlex 200S, 300S or 400S series (production year 1997-2015) or the current models 204S, 304S or 404S on their yacht. The furling line, drum and line guard assembly are simply replaced with a Furlex Electric motor unit. No sail conversion is required as the luff length of your existing sail is unaffected.

Converting Furlex 200S to Furlex Electric- Four Steps

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You will also need the appropriate Control Pack, which you can select below, and if you haven't already installed a Selden Power Supply on your boat you will also need to choose one of these on Power Supply Unit Start Packs.

For further information please see the Selden Electric Furling Data Sheet.

Please select the forestay diameter you require and the type of Control Pack required.

Upgrading Furlex 200S to 200E: Upgrading your manual Furlex to Push-button performance is an easy upgrade

Upgrading Furlex 200S to 200E

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Upgrading Furlex 200S to 200E: Effortless Furling for Smarter Sailing

If you own a yacht equipped with the Furlex 200S, you already benefit from Seldén’s trusted manual furling system. But what if you could furl your headsail with just the touch of a button? The Furlex 200E upgrade makes that possible—bringing electric convenience to boats up to 9 tonnes displacement without changing your sail or forestay configuration.

Whether you're sailing solo, cruising long distances, or simply want to reduce physical strain, upgrading to the 200E offers a seamless transition to modern sail handling.

🔧 What Does the Upgrade Involve?

Upgrading from the Furlex 200S to 200E is a straightforward retrofit. You don’t need to replace your sail or foil extrusion—the existing forestay and sail setup remain unchanged. The upgrade focuses on replacing the manual furling components with electric ones:

✅ Components Replaced:

  • Manual furling drum
  • Furling line and line guard
  • Tack assembly

✅ Components Added:

  • Electric motor unit (48V drive)
  • DC/DC converter (for 12V or 24V systems)
  • Control pack (Genoa, Cutter, or No Buttons)
  • Optional SEL-Bus integration for advanced control

This modular approach means minimal disruption and no need for sail recutting or deck modifications.

⚙️ Key Features of the Furlex 200E

  • Push-button operation from the cockpit
  • Two-speed motor for precision reefing or fast furling
  • Low power consumption with sleep mode when idle
  • Corrosion-resistant composite housing
  • Compatible with Sta-Lok or swaged terminals
  • Available for forestay diameters of 6 mm, 7 mm, or 8 mm

📐 Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Original System Furlex 200S
Upgrade Target Furlex 200E
Max Boat Displacement 9,000 kg
Forestay Diameter Options 6 mm, 7 mm, 8 mm
Motor Voltage 48V (via 12/24V converter)
Control Options Genoa, Cutter, No Buttons
System Weight ~9.5 kg (motor unit only)

🧰 Installation Overview

Installation is designed to be DIY-friendly for experienced sailors, though professional rigging and electrical support is recommended for optimal safety and integration. The process typically involves:

  1. Removing the manual drum and line guard
  2. Installing the electric motor unit
  3. Connecting the DC/DC converter to your onboard power
  4. Mounting the control pack in the cockpit
  5. Testing and calibrating the system

No sail conversion is required, and the luff length remains unchanged.

🛠️ Ideal Candidates for the Upgrade

  • Cruising yachts from 28–38 ft
  • Short-handed or solo sailors
  • Liveaboard cruisers seeking ease and safety
  • Older sailors or those with limited mobility
  • Boats with existing Furlex 200S (1997–2015 or newer)

🧾 Final Thoughts

Upgrading from Furlex 200S to 200E is a smart move for sailors who want modern convenience without replacing their entire rig. With push-button control, low maintenance, and seamless integration, the 200E brings electric precision to your sailing experience—making reefing and furling safer, faster, and more enjoyable.

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A quick look at the conversion of a standard Furlex system to electric drive. Simply put, you replace the line drum with the electric drive unit and install the Seldén SEL-Bus system that includes all the electronics. Learn about our functions for SMART sail handling.

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