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2025 Karver catalog
2025 Karver catalog
This document is a catalog from Karver, detailing their latest marine equipment offerings, focusing on maximum working loads (MWL). It notes that the catalog is subject to updates and product discontinuations without notice.
Karver introduces new products for 2025, including the KJS12 medium load clutch, stainless steel winches, and the KBS10 eco-designed block, emphasizing performance, durability, and eco-friendliness.
The KRS reefing furlers are designed for simplicity, robustness, and performance, featuring reduced mechanical dimensions, low friction bearings, and eco-friendly materials. They cater to sailboats from 7 to 26 meters with customization options.
The catalog details various furlers, including the KFV3 range and KF standard models, offering options for different sailing needs and preferences.
Karver provides a range of locks, including external and internal furling locks, mainsail locks, and reef locks, designed for reliability and ease of use.
The catalog includes universal lashing blocks, special blocks, and racing blocks, emphasizing versatility and performance.
High load jammers, cam cleats, and organizers are featured, designed for modern deck plans and efficient rope management.
Karver offers a range of winches, including speed, power, and compact ranges, with options for carbon winch handles.
The catalog includes various mast tracks and cars, focusing on durability and performance.
Karver emphasizes its commitment to environmental sustainability through eco-designed products and reduced material consumption.
Karver aims to satisfy both racing teams and casual sailors with innovative, high-performance products that respect the environment.
Various drum versions are available, including open drums with carbon or wood veneer plates, and closed drums made entirely of carbon or with wood veneer, tailored to specific performance and aesthetic preferences.
Three solutions are offered to guide the furling line from the cockpit to the reefing furler, ensuring smooth operation and ease of use.
Adjustable link plates are available to modify the drum height relative to the chainplate, with multiple pin diameters for compatibility with different forestay configurations.
Karver introduces a new generation of furlers with features like a patented composite material continuous line wheel, eco-friendly materials, and enhanced performance and design. The EcoConcept version uses bio-sourced plastics and linen fibers to reduce environmental impact.
The document lists various furler models, their specifications, and recommendations based on boat length and sail type, emphasizing versatility and ease of use.
The furlers are designed for high performance with features like low friction bearings, automatic locking mechanisms, and lightweight construction. The EcoConcept version focuses on sustainability without compromising performance.
Options like single line drums and natural wood veneer enhance the aesthetic and functional appeal of the furlers. The document also introduces the KTS (Karver Tack Swivel) for top-down furling of asymmetrical spinnakers.
The document provides detailed specifications and features of Karver Systems' thimbles and clamps, focusing on cableless thimbles, standard thimbles, and various locking mechanisms for sails, emphasizing their lightweight and compact nature.
Cableless Thimbles are designed for new sails without anti-torsion, compatible with all market furlers, and made from aluminum for lightweight and edge-free design. Standard Thimbles are suitable for sails with anti-torsion in the luff, compact, and made from hard anodized aluminum.
The KRE clamps can be installed quickly using an allen key and are adjustable on board. Cableless thimbles can be ordered as a set or individually, with options for adapter rings for different pin sizes.
KFH Halyard Locks reduce halyard stretch and mast compression, enhancing performance and reducing wear. KMH Internal Halyard Lock is integrated into the mast for maximum luff length, essential for racing and super yachts. KHL External Lock is easy to install, prevents halyard wear, and can be used as a mainsail reef lock.
For optimal performance, ensure a perfect fit between the sail, anti-torsion, and furler. Consider using locks to minimize halyard stretch and improve sail efficiency.
Locks reduce compression in the mast, allowing for lighter rigging and improved stability. Weight reduction in rigging translates to better performance and safety in heavy seas.
Suitable for a range of yachts from standard sailing yachts to super yachts and racing yachts. Locks are particularly beneficial for high-performance sailing and long-distance cruising.
The document provides detailed specifications and features of various marine equipment components, primarily focusing on blocks and sheaves used in racing yachts, super yachts, and offshore cruising yachts, emphasizing high load capacity, low friction, and lightweight design.
The headboard car is a locking system used in yachts, adaptable to different load requirements and yacht sizes, featuring a compact and lightweight design with optional electronic position sensors and various finishes.
Karver's lashing blocks are designed for performance and safety, offering high load capacity with low friction, available in different materials such as plastic, aluminum, carbon, and stainless steel.
The document lists various block models (KBO, KB, KBR, KBS) with specifications such as safe working load, weight, and rope compatibility, designed for specific applications.
The KBR range is highlighted for its high load capacity, using materials like carbon, aluminum, and stainless steel, designed for low friction and high performance.
Karver offers a range of sheaves and sheave boxes designed for high load and low friction, made from aluminum alloy and titanium.
These rings are presented as lightweight and strong alternatives to traditional blocks, available in both aluminum and titanium.
The document provides detailed specifications for various models of jammers, rope clutches, cam cleats, and winches, listing model part numbers, safe working load, weight, dimensions, and other relevant parameters.
The KJ jammer series features a unique design with three concentric jaws for superior rope holding without slipping or wear, available in aluminum or carbon versions.
The KJS12 is highlighted as a clutch for medium loads, designed for easy maintenance and remote usability.
Karver winches are noted for their innovative double gear mechanism, offering either speed or power advantages.
The KJ cam cleats are designed for high performance, featuring stainless steel ball bearings and optimized jaw design.
The KORG series offers low friction organizers designed for high loads, with customizable configurations.
The document emphasizes the unique features and benefits of Karver products, such as remote operation, modular design, exceptional holding power, and easy maintenance.
Details include rope entry height, rope diameter, weight, max load, speed, power ratio, tailing length, and suitability for replacing winches up to size 40.
Models include KWH20, KWH20G, KWH25, KWH25G, with benefits like lightweight carbon structure and user-friendly locking system.
Karver winches feature 4 fully automatic speeds and a planetary gear system, with a self-tailing device for one-handed operation.
Feedback highlights innovation, ease of use, and performance advantages over traditional winches.
Designed for reliability, performance, and customization, compatible with competitor tracks.
Gaff Lock facilitates hoisting and flaking of mainsails, while Fuse Battcar prevents damage to battens.
Designed for super yachts, offering lightweight, compact design, and reliable operation.
Designed in partnership with major sail lofts, offering performance and customization options.
Karver offers various ranges of yacht equipment designed for different yacht sizes, highlighting innovative materials and eco-friendly practices.
Use of carbon and linen fibers for eco-friendly products, with integration of organic linen in KB blocks since 2005.
Karver Systems is committed to reducing environmental impact through eco-design, use of sustainable materials, and carbon offset initiatives.
Includes Stainless Steel Range and Wood Range, offering unique aesthetics without compromising performance.
Karver Systems provides contact details for their headquarters and sales showroom in France.
Launch of a new website offering information, advice, and an online store with a database of over 2,000 sailboats and free 3D files.
Catalog excerpts
Our working loads are Maximum Working Loads (MWL). The latest version of our catalog is always available on our website Products may
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In this hectic terrestrial world, it is good to cast off. What could be sadder than spoiling navigation for a simple technical problem... The equipment of sailboats is often undersized or obsolete, overstretching the crew. After the successful launch of our KRS reel, I wanted to complete our consumer offering, but without compromising our DNA. The result: our new KJS12 locking system has been selected for the Dame Award 2024 international innovation competition. So it's not just another blocker to complement an already abundant offering. Take a moment to discover why. We're pursuing our dream...
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NEW PRODUCTS 2025 In recent months, we have designed products usable by all sailors without compromising our DNA. KJS12 MEDIUM LOAD CLUTCHE The first model in the KJS range of clutches for intermediate loads from 0.6 to 2 T. Don’t be fooled by its traditional appearance, it is an innovative, highperformance, smart, and eco-designed clutch for optimized environmental impact and price. KBS10 We aimed to create a low-cost block for all sailors but couldn’t bring ourselves to make a low-end block. The result: the first eco-designed block, compact with a high-performance stainless steel bearing at...
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ANTI-TWIST SWIVEL As a specialist in multihull yachts, we know that 2:1 halyards tend to twist. This swivel equipped with real highperformance bearings will help you solve this problem. An essential element for modern deck plans to use multiple ropes with a single winch. It is a wide and tulip-shaped sheave equipped with high-performance bearings. Available in 1.5 and 3.0 T while waiting for larger models. NEW PRODUCTS 2022, 2023 & 2024 It’s not 100% new anymore, but these products have been on the market for less than 2 years. Discover them if you haven’t already. KRS FURLERS Our most loyal...
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REEFING FURLERS A SIMPLE, ROBUST, DESIGN AND EFFICIENT PRODUCT. Headsail reefing furlers
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Our products are known to be the most reliable on the market. we have thousands and thousands of miles of experience on the forces submitted to the deck equipment. We took our time to design a new generation of reefing furlers combining a multitude of advantages without forgetting our DNA: a simple, robust, design and efficient product. A full-option reefing furler accessible to all. • Reduced mechanical dimensions: drums as slim as a reefing furler, shortest swivel on the market • Very low friction maintenance free sealed bearings • Attach tack and halyard points with textile ties • Reduced...
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THE KARVER REEFING FURLER IN DETAIL: Reinforced swivel (stainless steel ball bearings) Quick set up luff line guide Halyard deflector Black hard anodizing Fixing by soft or stainless steel shackle Open drum (standard), closed in carbon (C) or closed in carbon & wood (CW). Upper swivel track endstop Torque tube or turnbuckle cover if necessary High strength aluminum (6082T6) Removable drum (regatta) Minimized weight & heights Anti-corrosion protection Reduced height Larger drum = more torque = less effort Drum position very close from the deck Elliptical profile on all models Double luff Grooves...
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A simple range, just as efficient for cruising and racing, 6 models for sailboats from 7 to 26 m. We want to get rid of distinctions between “racing” reefing furlers or “cruise ”. The expectations in terms of reliability or performance are the same. Whatever your program, Karver reefing furlers are your allies of choice. Unlike what is currently proposed on the market, all these options are included as standard when you choose Karver: - Double groove extrusion profile - Elliptical profile - Removable drum - Removable stainless steel luff guide - Black hard anodizing - Reinforced mechanism Stand...
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Max forestay diameter without removable end fitting (mm) Forestay diameters max. with removable end fitting (mm) Available lower pin diameter (mm)* Joiner bearing max space (mm)* Width between plates
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1 Determine the correct KRS model by taking into account: - Forestay diameter, and the fittings size, fixed or removable eye, threaded swaged stud or not. - Triple entries selection guide shown on previous page. - Contact us if you have any questions, see contact details on the last page of this brochure. 2 Add or delete profile lengths of 2 meters depending of your forestay length. Each kit includes between 5 and 10 profiles but you can request an adjustment. If your forestay is fitted with a turnbuckle, it's a safe bet that you need the turnbuckle cover option (TB assembly page 11). Only exception:...
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OPTIONS & ACCESSOIRESAdditional profiles The kit includes one 2 meters profil equipped with its reinforced junction. PART NUMBER COMPATIBILITY LENGTH PF334 295 KRS20 2 m Turnbuckle covers If your forestay is fitted with a turnbuckle, it's a safe bet that you need the turnbuckle cover option (TB assembly page 11). Only exception: if your turnbuckle is installed under the drum and with long link plates (XL assembly page 11). 3 drum options For the best integration on your deck plan, we offer several drum versions. The standard version is an open drum with a carbon plate on top but there are other...
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The link plate allows adjusting the height of the drum in relation to the chainplate. The link plates supplied are short. You can ask for longer ones (passage of the anchor shank, chain plate at the bottom of the anchor locker,... ). Part number for non-standard pins: replace the additional code with the wished diameter. > 12 mm pin for KRS20 = PF334 200 [12] Furling line fairleads Three Karver solutions to guide the furling line from the cockpit to your reefing furler.
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Dimensions depending on the holed plates used and whether or not a turnbuckle is used. Four main versions: short plates, inter plates, long plates, turnbuckle cover.
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Fixing systems The standard model comes with short holed plates shown below in figure (S). Intermediate (M) or long (XL) plates or a turnbuckle (TB) are available as an option. The forestay and the toggles are not delivered in our standard packs. Learn more:
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