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Spars, Rigging, and Hardware for Sailboats

Rig-Rite, Inc.
Phone: (001) 401-739-1140 -- FAX: (001) 401-739-1149
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Rig-Rite 6040 Mast Section


Rig-Rite #6040 Mast Section   See also, RR #6040X
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: 

Common Mast usage: Sabre 28*; 30*;
See Also: Rig-Rite 6040 Boom

RR #6040 Mast Section
The Rig-Rite #6040 Mast Section is long out of production, having been replaced by the stronger Rig-Rite #6040X, with which it shares a large number of parts.
 

RR-6040 Standard Mast Hardware
Listed below are parts specific to the Rig-Rite 6040 Mast Section. For more generic parts, see categories listed under Spar Parts. There are many parts for specific configurations that are not listed here. If you require Rig-Rite 6040 Mast Components not listed here please contact us with details.
 

Masthead Ass'y for Masthead Rig: RR 6040MH1:
Bolt-in aluminum Masthead Assembly for RR #6040 Mast Sections incorporates (4) 2 1/2" OD aluminum sheaves, K-198-10A8, for internal or external rope halyards, and Masthead Strap with (2) 1/2" holes for Headstay and Backstay attachment. Includes 1/4" Clevis Pin for topping lift attachment. Masthead fits in 3 3/4" deep x 1 5/8" wide slot cut into fore and aft sides of the mast tube. Masthead Assembly (excluding SS Masthead Strap) is 10" long, and attaches to the mast with (1) 3/8" bolt.

 

Masthead Ass'y w/ Spinnaker Bails: RR 6040MH2:
Deluxe bolt-in aluminum Masthead Assembly for RR #6040 Mast Sections incorporates (4) 2 1/2" OD aluminum sheaves, K-198-10A8, for internal or external rope halyards, and Masthead Strap with (2) 1/2" holes for Headstay and Backstay attachment, and Dual Offset Spinnaker Bails. Includes 1/4" Clevis Pin for topping lift attachment. Masthead fits in 3 3/4" deep x 1 5/8" wide slot cut into fore and aft sides of the mast tube. Masthead Assembly (excluding SS Masthead Strap) is 9" long x (maximum) 4 1/4" wide, and attaches to the mast with (1) 3/8" bolt. As used on Sabre 30.  MMMOSD 3 1/2" x 1 3/4"

 


Spreaders
The Rig-Rite #6040 Mast Section is commonly used with Rig-Rite SP275T Spreaders, and Spreader Bars, but also with a variety of other Spreaders and Spreader Bases, See Rig-Rite Spreader Sections.
 
SP275T Spreader Bar for 3/16" In-line Shrouds: RR SP275B-4-6W:
Aluminum Spreader Bar Assembly for RR #6040 Mast is used with Rig-Rite SP275T Spreaders for rigs with in-line shrouds using 3/16" Wire Stemballs. Installed through a 1 3/4" x 5/8" slot in the mast, Spreaders fit over the Bar and are pinned straight through the Bar, holding the Bar and Spreaders in place. Bar features captive SS rods to eliminate chafe from halyards or mast wall. Unit is 12" long x 1 3/4" wide x 5/8" high, and has a 5-degree vertical lift. Also suitable for use on other 4" wide Mast Sections. As used on Sabre 30 (upper).

 

SP275T Spreader Bar for 7/32" Aft Lower Shrouds: RR SP275B-4-7WA:
Aluminum Spreader Bar Assembly for RR #6040 Mast is used with Rig-Rite SP275T Spreaders for rigs with aft lower shrouds using 7/32" Wire Stemballs. Installed through a 1 3/4" x 5/8" slot in the mast, Spreaders fit over the Bar and are pinned straight through the Bar, holding the Bar and Spreaders in place. Bar features captive SS rods to eliminate chafe from halyards or mast wall. Unit is 12" long x 1 3/4" wide x 5/8" high, and has 5-degree vertical lift. Also suitable for use on other 4" wide Mast Sections. As used on Sabre 30 (lower).

 


Gooseneck Bracket for RR #6040: RR 6040M-GB1:
SS Gooseneck Bracket for RR #6040 Mast Section has 1/2" vertical Pin hole, for use with standard Gooseneck Toggle up to 2 1/2" high. Base is 4 3/8" vertical x approximately 3 5/16" wide, and attaches to the mast with (6) 1/4" RH fasteners. Commonly used with SS Reef Hook/Tack Assembly, RR 54-B8-4A, and cast Toggle, RR-45-67C, below. Can also be used as Vang Bracket with addition of Vang Toggle. As used on Sabre 30 and others.

 

SS Reef Hook/Tack Ass'y w/ 1/2" Vertical Bolt: RR 54-B8-4A:
Heavy-duty Stainless Steel Reef Hook/Tack Assembly incorporates 1/2" Vertical Gooseneck Bolt. Dual Reef Hooks are formed from 5/16" rod, Assembly is (maximum) 4 5/8" wide x 7" high, and includes 5/16" SS Tack Shackle. Bolt is 4 1/4" long for use with Gooseneck Brackets and slides with a 1/2" Vertical Pin hole and a maximum 3 1/2" bracket height. This item is also available on a custom basis with other bolt lengths, please specify. As used on a variety of Bristol's, Pearson's, and Sabre's.

 

RR 54-B8-4A
Aluminum Gooseneck Toggle - 2 5/16" High: RR 45-67C:
Cast Aluminum Gooseneck Toggle is 2 5/16" high and accommodates 1/2" vertical and horizontal pins. Black epoxy coated Toggle is 2 5/16" high x 1 3/8" wide x 2 1/2" (maximum) long, pin holes are on 1 1/4" centers. Toggle fits a variety of Mast Brackets and Gooseneck Slides designed for a 2 5/16" Toggle with a 1/2" vertical pin. As used with Rig-Rite #6, and Rig-Rite #7 Booms on a variety of Pearson, Bristol, Sabre Yachts and others.

 

RR 45-67C

 

Vang Bracket Ass'y w/ Toggle: RR 6040M-VBA-10:
SS Vang Bracket Assembly for RR #6040 Mast Section has pivoting Toggle with 5/8" Pin hole, for use with rigid or soft boom vangs. Bracket (RR-6040M-GB1) is 4 3/8" vertical x approximately 3 5/16" wide, and attaches to the mast with (6) 1/4" RH fasteners.

 

Vang Bracket for Rigid Vang – Special:
A variety of semi-custom Brackets, or Bracket/Toggle combinations are available to fit rigid (or solid) vangs produced by a number of manufacturers. Please specify vang manufacturer, model and size.

 


Electrical Access Plate: RR 72-99:

Electrical Access Plate is designed to allow access to internal electrical plugs above the mast step, without having to unstep the mast. Saves much in frustration and money by allowing you to check mast wiring connections with the mast up. SS Plate is 4 1/2" x 2" and is designed to cover a 3" x 1 1/4" vertical slot in the side of the mast, just above the top of the mast step. Plate is slightly curved to fit a variety of mast sections and attaches with (4) 1/4-20 RH machine screws (included).

 

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Mast Step - Deck Mount w/ Block Attachments: RR 6040-DS30:
Deluxe Mast Step for RR 6040 Section features (15) 3/4" holes for attachment of halyards and turning blocks. Cast Aluminum Mast Step is (maximum) 12" long x 10" wide and fastens to deck with (6) 1/4" RH screws or bolts. Highly polished, clear anodized finish. Attachment holes are not suitable for Boom Vang. As used on Sabre 30.

 

Electrical Wire Slide: K-10908:

Electrical Wire Slides - 10 Pack: K-10908P:

Nylon slides fits all Kenyon and Rig-Rite mast sections with internal electrical wire slide tracks. Slides are attached to wiring harness at 2-3 foot intervals with tie wraps. Prevents wires from slapping, and from fouling internal halyards.

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