System 50: 2m, 3m and 4m Single
Tube Mast Systems

For top loads up to:
10kg (22lb) @ 2m (6.6’)
7kg (15lb) @ 3m (9.8’)
3kg (6.6lb) @ 4m (13.1’)

System 50 Masts (2m, 3m, 4m) — Rolatube Data Sheet & User Guide
User Guide
Data Sheet
System Components
System 50 Mast components — 7 items with numbered callouts
ItemDescription
11 × 51mm (2″) diameter tube at 2m (6.6′), 3m (9.8′) or 4m (13.1′)
21 × 51mm (2″) top cap
31 × 51mm (2″) base cap
43 × Black rock pegs
53 × Red rock pegs
63 × Soft ground pegs (Mil-spec version only)
73 × Guy ropes

Maximum top loads:

  • 10kg (22lb) @ 2m (6.6′)
  • 7kg (15lb) @ 3m (9.8′)
  • 3kg (6.6lb) @ 4m (13.1′)
Safety Instructions

The system is rated to the load stated. The end user is responsible for ensuring the loads are securely fastened. Rolatube Technology does not accept liability or provide warranty for usage deviating from the enclosed instructions.

  1. Before deploying the mast please read all warnings below.
  2. Avoid contact with heavy and sharp objects, in storage do not stack anything on top of Rolatubes.
  3. Do not use the mast if there is visible damage.
  4. The end user must assess the suitability of the pegs provided for the intended deployment environment, and replace with more suitable products if necessary.
  5. Rolatube mast systems are rated for wind speeds of up to 100kph (62mph). The maximum wind rating is based on the bare mast correctly deployed and guyed. The end user or system integrator is responsible for ensuring the system is safe with the top load mounted.
Warnings
  1. Ensure the deployment site is clear of any cables or equipment that represents an electric shock hazard.
  2. Do not deploy near power lines, in thunderstorms or winds exceeding 100kph (62mph).
  3. Do not exceed the rated top load of the mast.
  4. Ensure any top load is securely fastened.
  5. Do not allow the mast to bend.
  6. Ensure the deployment site is clear of any underground hazards before using pegs.
  7. Ensure guy ropes and pegs are secure for duration of deployment.
  8. Consideration must be given to the location of any cable from the top load to avoid trip hazards.
  9. Consideration must be given when deploying in proximity to an aircraft landing site for aircraft movement.
  10. Rolatube masts are only designed to function in the vertical axis.
  11. Deploy the mast with the slot facing away from any prevailing wind.
Deployment (4 Person)
Person 1 — At base of mast: Deployment lead, responsible for deploying mast from the roll.
Persons 2, 3 & 4 — At guy pegs: Maintaining tension during deployment to keep mast vertical.
1

Position Base Cap

Person 1: Place the base cap where the mast is to be deployed, with the flat edge facing away from the wind, and secure with red base cap pegs.

Base cap secured with red pegs
2

Pace Out Guy Ropes

Persons 2, 3 & 4: Using the slots in the base cap for guidance, pace out the position of the various guy ropes and insert pegs into the ground.

Guy rope pacing layout for 2m, 3m and 4m systems
3

Connect Guy Ropes

Persons 2, 3 & 4: Unwind all guy ropes, connect to the pegs and lay the snap hooks next to the top collar, ready for connection as the mast is deployed. Wait at the 3 outer pegs.

Guy ropes connected to pegs with snap hooks laid out
4

Begin Unrolling

Person 1: Place mast between feet and raise to 1m.

Mast raised from roll to 1m height
5

Fit Top Cap & Clip Guys

Person 1: Place top cap on the mast with flat edge aligned to slot, which is facing away from the wind, and clip on guy ropes.

Top cap with guy rope clips attached
6

Insert Top Load

Person 1: Insert top load into top cap, using wing screw to secure.

Top load secured into top cap with wing screw
7

Continue Unrolling

Person 1: Continue to unroll the mast vertically whilst Persons 2, 3 & 4 maintain light tension on the guy ropes to keep the mast vertical.

8

Place in Base Cap

Person 1: When the mast is fully unrolled, ensuring the mast is supported by Persons 2, 3 & 4 via the guy ropes, carefully lift it from the bottom to place it in the base cap, aligning the open slot with the flat edge.

Mast being lowered into base cap
9

Secure Guy Ropes

Persons 2, 3 & 4: Tighten and secure guy ropes to maintain stability. Do not overtighten.

RECOVERY: Recovery is a logical reverse procedure. Person 1 lifts the mast from the base cap while Persons 2, 3 & 4 provide support with the guy ropes. Person 1 rolls the bottom edge to enable the mast to be rolled down whilst keeping it vertical. When the top cap and top load can be reached, Person 1 removes them whilst Persons 2, 3 & 4 continue to support. DO NOT allow the mast to fall to the ground or damage to mast and top load may occur.
Support

+44 (0)1590 688019

enquiries@rolatube.com

RTL Materials Ltd trading as Rolatube Technology
130 Wellworthy Road, Ampress Park, Lymington SO41 8JY, UK
Registered in England & Wales No. 3332020 • VAT Reg 706 972 317

ISO 9001 • CERT 571669

System 50: Single Tube Mast

2m, 3m & 4m variants — 51mm diameter

System Specifications
2m
3m
4m
System NameSystem 50 2m Single Tube Mast
System Part Number Multicam: 950-202000-1-1
Black: 950-202000-3-1
Deployed Height2m (6.6′)
Deployed Tube Diameter51mm (2″)
Maximum Top Load110kg (22lb)
System Weight*2kg (4.4lb)
Packed Dimensions170 × 250 × 180mm (6.6″ × 9.8″ × 7″)
System NameSystem 50 3m Single Tube Mast
System Part Number Multicam: 950-203000-1-1
Black: 950-203000-3-1
Deployed Height3m (9.8′)
Deployed Tube Diameter51mm (2″)
Maximum Top Load17kg (15.4lb)
System Weight*2.4kg (5.3lb)
Packed Dimensions170 × 250 × 180mm (6.6″ × 9.8″ × 7″)
System NameSystem 50 4m Single Tube Mast
System Part Number Multicam: 950-204000-1-1
Black: 950-204000-3-1
Deployed Height4m (13.1′)
Deployed Tube Diameter51mm (2″)
Maximum Top Load13kg (6.6lb)
System Weight*2.9kg (6.4lb)
Packed Dimensions170 × 250 × 180mm (6.6″ × 9.8″ × 7″)
Construction & FinishMast Body: PP-Glass Fibre composite
Cover: Nylon cordura
EnvironmentalWaterproof & dustproof. UV resistant. Rated to 100kph (62mph) wind speed2.
Complies with the relevant aspects of MIL-STD-810G
MIL-STD-810G
* Without pegs.
1 Maximum weight only. Sail area should be discussed with Rolatube technical representative.
2 Bare mast only, correctly deployed. Integrator should discuss wind loadings of top load with Rolatube representative.
Product Components
2m
3m
4m

System

SystemPart NumberNSN
System 50 2m Mast, Multicam950-202000-1-15985-99-567-8138
System 50 2m Mast, Black950-202000-3-15985-99-927-3240

Components

ComponentPart NumberNSNQty
2m 51mm tube multicam900-202000-1-05985-99-841-38871
2m 51mm tube black900-202000-3-05985-99-702-84731
51mm Top cap800-0010075985-99-217-21211
51mm Base cap800-0010045985-99-219-08411
Steel Ground Stake 30cm207-0020044030-99-157-24043
Red Rock Peg207-0020084030-99-847-52333
Soft Ground Peg207-0020054030-99-155-85993
Set of 3 × 3.5m (11.5′) Guy ropes (grey tabs)207-0041224010-99-371-33971
Mast Bag502-0030628105-99-753-08381

System

SystemPart NumberNSN
System 50 3m Mast, Multicam950-203000-1-15985-99-668-0110
System 50 3m Mast, Black950-203000-3-15985-99-507-5261

Components

ComponentPart NumberNSNQty
3m 51mm tube multicam900-203000-1-05985-99-404-94801
3m 51mm tube black900-203000-3-05985-99-981-96961
51mm Top cap800-0010075985-99-217-21211
51mm Base cap800-0010045985-99-219-08411
Steel Ground Stake 30cm207-0020044030-99-157-24043
Red Rock Peg207-0020084030-99-847-52333
Soft Ground Peg207-0020054030-99-155-85993
Set of 3 × 5.5m (18′) Guy ropes (grey tabs)207-0040044010-99-328-51391
Mast Bag502-0030628105-99-753-08381

System

SystemPart NumberNSN
System 50 4m Mast, Multicam950-204000-1-15985-99-376-2877
System 50 4m Mast, Black950-204000-3-15985-99-671-2663

Components

ComponentPart NumberNSNQty
4m 51mm tube multicam900-204000-1-05985-99-156-70861
4m 51mm tube black900-204000-3-05985-99-671-26691
51mm Top cap800-0010075985-99-217-21211
51mm Base cap800-0010045985-99-219-08411
Steel Ground Stake 30cm207-0020044030-99-157-24043
Red Rock Peg207-0020084030-99-847-52333
Soft Ground Peg207-0020054030-99-155-85993
Set of 3 × 7.5m (24.6′) Guy ropes (brown tabs)207-0041014010-99-274-48181
Mast Bag502-0030628105-99-753-08381
Contact

+44 (0)1590 688019

enquiries@rolatube.com • www.rolatube.com

RTL Materials Ltd trading as Rolatube Technology
130 Wellworthy Road, Ampress Park, Lymington SO41 8JY, UK
Registered in England & Wales No. 3332020 • VAT Reg 706 972 317

ISO 9001 • CERT 571669