Spars, Rigging, and Hardware for Sailboats

Rig-Rite, Inc.
63 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI 02886 USA
Phone: (001) 401-739-1140 -- FAX: (001) 401-739-1149
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Rig-Rite 6040X Boom Section


Rig-Rite #6040X Boom Section       See also, #6040B
Measurements: (OD) 6.00" x 4.00" (152mm x 102mm)
Wall Thickness:  .130"
Weight/ft.: 2.86 lbs.
Moments of inertia: Ixx = 11.70", Iyy = 5.79"
Circumference: 16 9/16"
Alloy: 6061-T6
Sail slides: 1/2" round slugs (A018, A118) or 1/2" boltrope
Internal Electrical slides: K-10908
Standard lengths: 15'4", 23', 46'
Common Boom usage: Sabre 42, 425*;

RR #6040X Boom Section

RR #6040X Boom Section - Clear Anodized: RR-X6040XCA-___:
Rig-Rite #6040X Section Boom Tube is stocked in a variety of lengths (listed above) fully anodized, it can also be cut to shorter lengths. To order, specify length.
Sections can also be milled for the sail entrance or other components if necessary, painted finishes and other lengths are available on special order, Please specify. If you require a complete Boom Assembly, you can select from components below and contact us with specifications.
 

Rig-Rite #6040 (VAW # ): 197_ -199_ :
Rig-Rite #6040B (VAW # ): 199_ - 199_ :
Rig-Rite #6040X (VAW # ): 199_ - :


RR #6040X Boom Components

Gooseneck Assembly for RR #6040X - Weld-in: RR 6040XB-1:
Cast Alum. weld-in 5-sheave (hanging),

 

Gooseneck Assembly for RR #6040B - Weld-in: RR 6040BB-1:
Cast Alum. weld-in 5-sheave (hanging),

 

Horizontal Toggle Pin: RR -HP:
w/ optional weld-in cam mount plate

 

Cam Mounting Plate  - Weld-in: RR 6040-CP:
w/ optional weld-in cam mount plate

 

Gooseneck Toggle/Tack Ass'y w/ Reef Hooks - 2 5/16" High: RR 45-148MRA:
Combination Toggle/Tack/Reef Hook assembly features SS Tack/Reef Hook assembly (PP 54-22S) bolted to cast Aluminum Toggle, RR 45-148M, and includes 1/2" Tack fastpin, K-10718. Toggle takes 1/2" vertical and horizontal pins. Black epoxy coated Toggle is 2 5/16" high x 1 3/8" wide (15/16" wide @ Horizontal pin hole) x 3 7/8" (maximum) long, pin holes are on 2 1/2" centers. Toggle fits a variety of Mast Brackets designed for a 2 5/16" Toggle with a 1/2" vertical pin. As used on Sabre 42.

 

RR-45TR-148MA
Gooseneck Toggle: RR :
Cast aluminum Gooseneck Toggle has SS 

 

Reef Hook: RR :
Cast aluminum Gooseneck Toggle has SS 

 


Outhaul Assembly w/ 4 Sheaves - Weld-in: RR 6040XB-2A:
                  aluminum outboard boom end fitting has SS Triple sheave block for up to 3 internal lines, and shackle for topping lift attachment. SS Triple sheave block has (3) 1 1/2" OD Aluminum sheaves for up to 3/8" line, and welded eye for attachment of line to externally double outhaul purchase. Includes spliced pennant (1/4" Samson braid x 5') as supplied in original configuration. Black epoxy coated casting Boom end attaches to boom tube with (3) 1/4" screws.

 

XXX
Sheave: RR :
Sheave is 2   x   " x 1/2"

 

Sheave Bushing: RR :
Sheave Bushing is 3/8" x 1/2" x

 

Sheave Axle Pin: RR -CP:
Sheave Axle Pin is 3/8" x

 

Axle Pin Cover Plate: -CP:
Axle Pin Cover Plate

 


Boom Bail - 3/8" x 4" wide: K-11325:
Heavy SS Boom Bail made from 3/8" rod is designed to be attached with (1) 3/8" SS bolt and nut. Formed at 4" wide, width can be varied to fit larger or smaller sections. Bail length, from bolt center, is 5". For use with 6040 boom. 7m

 

Boom Bail Bolt Assembly - 3/8" for 6040 Boom: K-11325BA:
Boom Bail bolt assembly includes 3/8" SS bolt x 5", with thin locknut and nylon washers to prevent bail from damaging boom surface as it pivots.

 

Weld-in Boom Vang Lug for 1/2" Pin: K-11700L:
Heavy-duty Aluminum Boom Vang Attachment Lug is welded into the Boom for attachment of Solid (hard) Vangs and Struts with a 1/2" Pin. Vang Lug slides into Boom, drops through a 1/2" wide x 8" long slot, and is welded in place from the outside. Lug is much longer than slot it fits in to provide stiffening and reinforcement in this high-stress area. Vang Lug is cut from 6061-T6 Plate and is (maximum) 10 1/2" long x 1/2" wide x 2 7/8" high, Lug projects approximately 1 7/8" from underside of Boom when installed. In addition to 1/2" attachment hole, a 3/8" hole is provided for a shackle to attach a preventer. Fits Most Boom Vangs with a 1/2" Pin.
K-11700L

 

 

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