Sailboat Rigging Tension Gauge With Hands Free Clamp On Design For Solo Rigging
✔️ Single unit, hands-free, clamp-on gauge for solo rigging work
PT-2 is a professional hands-free force gauge designed to clamp onto cables during tensioning, enabling one-person operation. It's commonly used on sailboats, but handy for tents, radio towers, fences, and zip lines.
✅ ±5% accuracy; calibration plate in pounds and compatible with 3/16 in cables, 7/32 in cables, and 1/4 in cables
✅ Hands-free, clamp-on design for solo rigging work
✅ Marine-grade anodized aluminum construction for harsh marine and outdoor use
✅ Includes calibration table and reference chart for quick, reliable readings
✅ Not compatible with PT-1 model; pointer return-to-zero is normal
💡 What is a sailboat rigging tension gauge used for? It measures cable tension to help set safe, accurate tensions and prevent wear.
- tension measurement for standing rigging to protect mast
- handy for quick tension checks on sails and rigging
- helps plan maintenance and detect wear early