This is how the radial support cords connect to the center
post. There is very little stress on the center post as the net
forces of the cords cancel each other.
post. There is very little stress on the center post as the net
forces of the cords cancel each other.
Support Cords
This is how the support cords
connect to the end of the spreaders.
Specially engineered aluminum wire
guides with rubber cushions ensure
that the wires are not abraded with
movement caused by wind.
connect to the end of the spreaders.
Specially engineered aluminum wire
guides with rubber cushions ensure
that the wires are not abraded with
movement caused by wind.
The support cords are made of Kevlar with a UV resistant Dacron
covering and are rated for over 700# strength to hold the spreader arms
in position. There are seven long cords and one short one all precisely
measured and fitted with stainless fixtures ready to slip on with no
knots or adjustments needed.
covering and are rated for over 700# strength to hold the spreader arms
in position. There are seven long cords and one short one all precisely
measured and fitted with stainless fixtures ready to slip on with no
knots or adjustments needed.
Close up of the UV resistant, no-stretch, very strong cord showing the
Dacron covering and Kevlar core.
Dacron covering and Kevlar core.
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E mail: kio@k4kio.com