MAC PARA Magus, User Manual

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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Construction of the canopy:
The canopy of the Magus consists of 86 cells over the wingspan. The Magus is “two liner”
paraglider. Every main rib is attached to the 3 or 4 suspension lines. Between these main
suspension ribs, intermediate ribs are suspended by “bridge” diagonal ribs system. These
diagonal ribs lead to the top of ribs.
The internal reinforcements maintain the precise form of the canopy and provide stability.
The cell openings on the under-surface of the profile’s nose provide airflow into the glider.
Stretch resistant flares, integrated with diagonal ribs at the suspension points, ensure an
even distribution of load throughout the canopy.
A stretch resistant Mylar-reinforcements combined with plastic rods help to keep airfoils in
right shape and this guarantees a high level of stability. Large cross spots allow effective
airflow inside the canopy, providing good re-inflation without reducing the profile accuracy.
The Magus is a blend of proven Nylon fabrics from Porcher Sport - Skytex 38, Skytex 32
and Skytex 27. Like any synthetic material, this can deteriorate through excessive
exposure to UV. Various forms of plastic rods are used in the Magus (rigid construction),
which help maintain the shape of the leading edge and the stability of the canopy.
Rigging system:
The lines of the Magus are made of proven strong and stretch resistant non covered
Aramid/Kevlar lines. The entire rigging system comprises individual suspension lines
looped and stitched at each end. The lines have strengths from 25 kg up to 360 kg.
The suspension lines are comprised of “cascaded top lines” (attached to the under-
surface),”cascaded middle lines” (cascade 2 and 3 ), and “main lines”. Main lines lead to
the “quick link” (a small carabiner which connects lines and risers). The “stabilizer lines”
connect the upper stabilizer lines on the outer suspension points with the quick link.
The three central A-lines and the stabilizer line per side are attached to the main A-risers.
The 3 B-main lines are attached to the B-riser.
The main brake lines leads through the pulleys on the B riser. The line connections are
made to triangular quick links (karabiners) fitted with a rubber ”o- ring” in the form of a
”figure eight” which prevents any slipping of the lines on the quick link.