Halyard Load Calculator

Calculate loads on halyards and sheets from sail area and wind conditions

Input Parameters

Results

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Wind Force on Sail
lb
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Line Load
lb
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Min Breaking Str
lb
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Min Line Dia
in

Reference

Wind Pressure = 0.00431 × V² (psf) Wind Force = Pressure × Sail Area Halyard Load = Force × factor / purchase Safety Factor 3.5:1 for running rigging