Gradient s.r.o., Plzenska 221/130, 150 00 Praha 5, tel+fax +420257216319, www.gradient.cx, [email protected].
The top-level and middle-level lines with progressively differing diameters are made from
special, very strong uncovered lines. All these lines have the advantage of splice loops, giving
maximum overall strength, durability and the lowest possible drag.
The sophisticated combination of Dyneema and Vectran lines with different behaviour of
shrinking characteristics maintain the right geometry of the suspension system for a long
time.
The main C-lines are connected to the karabiners through loops, allowing for easier
adjustment when your glider is serviced.
The Aspen5 is supplied with a well proven three-riser speed-system which gives great
acceleration and maximum speed.
Gradient has paid attention to details too, including
new low-drag micro attachment points on the wing
tips, special karabiners, a new rucksack, inner bag
and riser bag, etc…
Length of the Aspen5 risers (mm):
Size 24
A
B
C
Non-accelerated
460
460
460
Accelerated
330
360
460
Size 26
A
B
C
Non-accelerated
480
480
480
Accelerated
325
358
480
Size 28
A
B
C
Non-accelerated
500
500
500
Accelerated
340
375
500
2.2. Technical data
Aspen5
24
26
28
Flat Area
[m2]
23.30
25,50
27.74
Projected area
[m2]
19.64
21,49
23.38
Span
[m]
12.07
12,63
13.17
Projected span
[m]
9.44
9.88
10.30
Aspect ratio
6.25
6.25
6.25
Projected aspect ratio
4.54
4.54
4,54
Max. chord
[m]
2.36
2.47
2.58
Min. chord
[m]
0,79
0.82
0.86
Number of cells
64
64
64
Line consumption
[m]
222.34
232.6
242,6
Weight of the glider
[kg]
4.8
5.1
5.4
Take-off weight range
[kg]
77-90
85-103
98-118
Optimal take-off weight
[kg]
80-86
92-100
105-115
Certification EN
C
C
C
Take-off weight is the weight of the pilot including equipment and paraglider (approx 22-27 kg)
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