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VARIFOLD Perfect Propulsion

The remarkable Varifold propeller range has grown from a single two blade model to include three and four blade versions in a very short space of time. Varifold is the propeller of choice for many highly respected yacht manufacturers and their customers. For years, owners of yachts equipped with folding propellers have suffered from a multitude of problems to which there seemed no solution. High noise, vibration and cavitation levels, poor astern performance and unreliable blade opening degraded the enjoyment of ownership. Today, with a three model range covering all sizes of yacht, owners...

Varifold sailing Varifold, in all its versions - two, three and four blade, is an exceptional low drag racing propeller. Unlike some folding propellers, on most installations Varifolds do not rotate when sailing, even at higher speeds. Varifold astern Varifolds open when you go astern! Varifold design Varifolds are designed to solve problems which have affected folding propellers since they were first introduced. Working with SPW, and other companies in the Bruntons group, who design and manufacture propellers for vessels as diverse as nuclear submarines and luxury motor yachts, the...

2 Blade For engines rated to 50hp Available for shafts & saildrives • Blades fold completely together for minimum drag • Modern blade design with substantial blade area for smooth running and minimum noise & vibration Rubber bump stops minimise blade opening impact • Available for shafts & saildrives • Latest blade design incorporates high skew and cambered blades for smooth operation • Pitch reduction at the tip to reduce pressure pulses on the hull • Designed for high power sailboats, to minimise noise & vibration • Incorporates the latest low noise blade design • Fllgh blade area...