Rope clutch lever labels

[samwise]

Is there a source of supply for these labels? The manufacturers seem only prepared to supply the labels with new clutches. We have tried Dymo plastic labels , but they fade and give out after a season. It's not a problem for us who know the boat, but with guests on board it has led to the odd embarassing moment.
All ideas welcome

 

[sailorman]

ask Spinlock or Lewmar

 

[Hunson]

I got a pack for ours from Chandlers, came in english and german. They weren't identical to what was on originally but the do the job.

 

[Upnorth]

Do you mean the embossed style Dymo?

The newer 'electronic' labellers work very well. I did our clutches and after two years in the Med they are nearly as good as new. The machine I have is a 1000plus although I think the model numbers change all the time.

Seem like a lot of money but once you have one, uses appear all the time - fuse boxes, plug sockets, etc... - and of course all your mates boats.

 

[FullCircle]

I just bought one of these....and its brilliant.

Really professional looking, I re labelled all my clutches and bits of the electrical panel, etc etc.


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/-BROTHER-P-TOUCH-1...5QQcmdZViewItem

If its just a few, I can do them for an RNLI donation.

 

[samwise]

The Dymo model we have is one of the electronic types. It's called the Letra Tag and does very smart and legible labels. The problem I have with the clutches is that the adhesive gives up and the lettering fades. I wonder if one of the Dymo metallic tapes would be more durable?

 

[FullCircle]

Mine cost about a quid fifty to do all 18 clutches..
The adhesive looks good, UV probvably less so.
I dont mind changing them once a year anyway.

Of ccourse, you can buy the (small) sheet of them in the Chandeliers for about £3.50.

 

[PetiteFleur]

If you buy the electronic labelling machine make sure it will take the UV resistant tapes, some of them don't.

 

[charles_reed]

Why not phone up Lewmar, on (0)23 92471841, ask to speak to Bob Stevens.

When you get put through (to someone else) ask him to put a handful in the post to you.

They're very accommodating in Lewmar.

 

[charles_reed]

I fear they all either fade or come off in time, especially where you have higher levels if UV than the UK.

I keep a stock, and find they need replacement about every 2-3 years - either fading or, more usually, curling up and coming off.

 

[Gin]

Unless the adhesive is particularly strong I imagine the tape wouldn't stick to the non-slip finish - i.e. 'grit' textured gelcoat- around the clutches?

 

[MoodySabre]

The tape from my DYMO electronic thingy sticks fine on the top of the clutches but fades.

 

[oldsaltoz]

see your local sign writer, they have the solid plastic engraved labels, custom made if you like, not expensive as they last for many years,

Available in range of colours and fonts.

Avagoodweekend......

 

[flyingscampi]

If they're Spinlock, look HERE

 

[Gin]

Unsure if my Barton clutches have room for the labels on top of them- that would be a good solution- I shall check

 

[samwise]

Thanks very much for all those helpful replies and offers of supply. I am seriously spoiled for choice!

I think we are going to go the Dymo route and are currently investigating supply of UV resistant tape or tape with more aggressive adhesive.

Thanks again to all

 

[misterg]

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I think we are going to go the Dymo route and are currently investigating supply of UV resistant tape or tape with more aggressive adhesive.

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At the risk of starting another discussion, the Brother label printers seemed to offer the best range of tapes for hand held machines. (They advertise one for labelling in the garden which uses their normal tapes.)

"...Brother laminated tapes consist of six layers of materials, resulting in a thin, yet extremely strong label. Characters formed with thermal transfer ink are actually printed onto the underside of the laminate, sandwiched between two layers of PET (polyester film) creating characters that are virtually indestructible.
Brother’s unique, patented TZ Tapes are designed to be extra hard wearing. Tests have shown that they can withstand heavy abrasion, electricity and lengthy exposure to chemicals, sunlight, water and extreme temperatures.
TZ Tapes share the same adhesive which meets the needs of all industrial environments. However, some industries may require additional strength and in this situation Brother offers a stronger adhesive version of the laminated TZ Tape."

Just bought a 'P-Touch' 1010, and very pleased with it, but too early to say how durable the labels are.

Andy