If the rollout awning on your caravan needs some extra stability, then the Curved Roof Rafter from Supex will add that extra support.
This easy to install roof rafter is made from powder-coated aluminium, which will effectively prevent any sagging when your set up your awning. It can also help to create runoff if it starts to drizzle a bit.
Add extra stability, and prevent sagging on your rollout caravan awning with the Curved Roof Rafter from Supex.
Single rafter
Slight Curve offset is approx. 25mm – 35mm at a 2.4m extension
Acute Curve offset is approx. 65mm – 75mm at a 2.4m extension
Powder coated aluminium
Adds stability
Prevents sagging
Helps prevent water pooling in the rain
Easy to install
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Max. Length
275 cm
External Dimensions:
275L x 2.5W x 2.5H cm
Packed Dimensions:
156L x 3W x 3H cm
Weight:
1.4 Kg
Material:
Powder Coated Aluminium
Warranty:
1 Year
Supplier Code:
563V
Snowys Code:
32735
Reviews
(20)
4.920
Q&A's (9)
Curved Roof Rafter1 answer
How many of these bars are recommended for an annex 4m in length ? And why the 2 different options in curve height ?
Kym - Wodonga, VIC (6 days ago)
G'day Kym,
You would want 2 roof rafters for an annex of that size.
Generally you want to aim for a rafter that is curved enough to keep the canopy taught, but not so tight that it stretches the fabric too much.
The Supex Slight Curve Rafter which has an approximate curvature of 25-35mm, has a rounded profile to help protect your awning from wear against the rafter and would be a perfect option for newer awnings or those looking to add some support without stretching the fabric too much.
Older awnings that have already stretched and sagged over time would benefit from one of the larger curvatures like the the Supex Acute Curved Rafter which has a slightly larger curve of 65-75mm. This provides a bit more tension to the canopy for better protection against wind flap and water pooling.
Kaya - Snowys(just now)
Do you know who would supply a curved spreader pole that would fit a 2.5m Kings side awning? The quality of the KIngs awning is so poor that I need to support it with a middle curved spreader pole. 1 answer
The first time that we camped in our Teardrop Camper the awning tent collapsed due to rain. The aluminium thickness and quality is extremely poor. I paid an aluminium welder $150 to fix the awning.
Gary Gilbert - Manly West(3 years ago)
G'day Gary,
These particular spreader bars are designed for caravan awnings which are a little different from your typical 4WD side awning, so you could possibly find a way to adapt these to fit, but it might not work. I guess you could try this, as it will likely be a cheaper option than a new awning.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
Maximum length1 answer
Is it 243cm or 275cm? Ty
David - Yarraville(4 years ago)
G'day David,
The roof rafters are extendable - 243cm is the shortened length and 275cm is the maximum length they extend to.
Susie - Snowys(4 years ago)
Do these fit expanda jay or 20161 answer
What ones do I get
Tracy - Ellenbrook(4 years ago)
G'day Tracy,
We find that most people will go for the Slight Curve as it will give you good tension without too much stretch on the awning.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Does it come with the bracket that mounts on the caravan?1 answer
There is a bracket that is required to the Caravan. Is it included?
Jim - East Fremantle(4 years ago)
G'day Jim,
Yep, it sure is!
Lauren - Snowys(4 years ago)
I have a black frame on my awning. Do these come in a black finish? 2 answers
Do these come on black.
Corey - Leopold(5 years ago)
G'day Corey,
I've just double checked and the Curved Roof Rafters only come in the white colour.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Good news Corey!
We have just added the Slight Curve option in Black.
Jake - Snowys(4 years ago)
Is this the new mk 3 version or older mk 21 answer
Is this supex rafter the new mk3 version or older mk2.
Bob - Cootamundra(5 years ago)
G'day Bob,
Thanks for your enquiry. I contacted our rep at Supex to confirm this answer for you. The MK3 version has been around for quite some time and is definitely the model we stock. I was advised you won't be able to find the MK2 model anywhere these days. The difference between the two is the inner pole now comes with 3 straight edges and a curved top so there are no sharp edges against your awning.
Gen - Snowys(5 years ago)
roof rafter1 answer
how much curve is in each one
keith - Ulladulla nsw(5 years ago)
G'day Keith,
I have contacted Supex who have confirmed the distance of each Curved Roof Rafter.
Slight- 25-35mm at a 2.4m extension
Acute- 65-75mm at a 2.4m extension
This distance is from the centre point of the rafter to the ground when lying on the ground. I hope this makes sense. Please call our customer support team on 1300 914 007 if you need clarification.
Gen - Snowys(5 years ago)
Is this the acute curved roof bar ? or just curved bar1 answer
Has rounded curve on top. there seem to be 2 models
Terry Hansford - ELTHAM(5 years ago)
G'day Terry,
You're spot on, there are two models. We stock both and you can select the option you'd prefer using the drop-down menu just above the "add to bag" button.
