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Bridle Dimensions

Bridle configuration for Talon STD


Knot Legend:

» Running Knot
» Larks Head
» Sheet Bend
» Sheet Bend x2

Line Legend:

» Outhaul
» Inhaul
» Activator
» Tow Point
The illustrated dimensions do not account for knots,
or loops attaching to the spars.
(shown: knot-edge to knot-edge)
However, below is a detailed bridle line cutting guide.
Following this when cutting the bridle will ensure correct lengths and includes allowances for all knots & loops.
Just cut, mark and assemble!

Always flange the line-end with a flame first.
Mark the line for each with a fine tipped crayon. These will become the dead center for knots and flange-stop for each end.
(All dimensions shown are in centimeters)
Leading Edges

Full cutting diagram for the Talon Std. Leading edge



O-ring stoppers marked as * should be glued in place prior to spar installation.

Wing tip piece is 5mm Spider Composites Multi-Layer Carbon
1cm tip stopper is 1/4" brass tubing.

Ferrules should be glued in with slow setting CA type glue.

Due to small inconsistencies in Nitro spars, the inner small end may need to be cleaned up with a round file before the Tip Piece will fit.
Do not force the the Tip in, this can split the Nitro spar.
Spine

Full cutting diagram for the Talon Std. 2-Piece Spine



* Upper and Lower O-rings should be glued in place prior to spar installation.

Spine Lower tip piece weighting is 5g lead and silicone sealed.

Ferrule & nose insert should be glued in with slow setting CA type glue.


Nose insert and tip weight tubing can be any 6mm diameter carbon tube.
Tip piece may be extended further inside the spine if necessary.
Spreaders

Full cutting diagram for the Talon Std. Spreaders



Dimensions shown are applicable to both ferruled and non-ferruled spar.

Ferrule should be glued in with slow setting CA type glue.

Filing a bevel on the ends of the Upper Spreader will aid insertion into the sockets.



Before installing the Lower Spreader fittings, lubricate the spar with some soapy water.
Other Frame Parts

Cutting diagram for Standoffs & Roll Bars + Alternative Spine Weight



If you use 2mm carbon for Roll Bars, be sure to purchase high quality rod (Exel) that's flexible and won't splinter when bowed.
However, other materials such as fibreglass rod can be used.

The alternative Lower Spine system is slightly easier to fabricate.




*Note that the Lower Spine length is 1cm more with this weighting system.