{"product_id":"qbp775849","title":"B\u0026G VMHU Mast Cable, 36m, For Vertical Arm Masthead Units","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe B\u0026amp;G BGH030006 is a 36 m (118 ft) mast cable for B\u0026amp;G vertical arm masthead units. It runs between the wind sensor at the masthead and the rest of your B\u0026amp;G instrument system, carrying wind data down the rig without needing splices or extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 36 m length suits taller masts and gives room for clean routing through the spar, a deck gland, and a proper service loop at the mast base. It also makes sense as a like-for-like replacement when an older cable has been chafed inside the mast or damaged during a de-mast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eKey features\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36 m (118 ft) cable length for full mast runs on taller rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for B\u0026amp;G vertical arm masthead units (VMHU-style wind sensors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle continuous run to avoid extra joins that can create intermittent readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra length to allow for tidy routing, strain relief, and service loops at the mast base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eCompatibility and fit\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cable is meant for B\u0026amp;G vertical arm masthead units. Before ordering, confirm your masthead sensor style and that your existing cable is the dedicated mast cable for that unit, not a network backbone or a standard drop cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fit, plan the full path from the masthead to the instrument entry point, including any internal conduits, exit holes, deck glands, and the slack needed at the mast step for stepping and unstepping the mast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eInstallation and setup\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost installs are easiest with the mast down, using a messenger line to pull the cable through the spar. Inside the mast, protect the run anywhere it could rub on rivets, sharp cutouts, or halyards, and leave enough slack so the cable is not supporting its own weight at the masthead connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the deck or cabin entry, use a proper gland or boot and route the cable so water does not track along it into the boat. If you are reusing an existing passage, check that the bend is gentle and that the cable is not forced through a tight radius.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eUse cases on board\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match for cruising and performance sailboats that rely on a vertical arm wind sensor and need a full-length replacement cable during a re-rig, mast service, or instrument refit. It is also useful when mast height or routing changes leave the original cable too short to dress and secure correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eMaintenance and care\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, recheck the cable at the mast base and any exit points after a few sails to confirm it is not moving, chafing, or pulling under load. Periodically inspect the run where it passes through deck hardware and keep the connector area clean and dry during service work to reduce corrosion-related connection issues.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"B\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52269419659445,"sku":"QBP775849","price":519.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1300090_qbp775849.jpg?v=1771543797","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp775849","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}