Fiamma Rafter Tensioner — F45, F65 & F80 Awnings

Short Product Summary

The Fiamma Rafter is a telescopic aluminium support rod that props up the centre of a box awning's canopy, so the fabric stays tight instead of sagging and pooling water. It's aimed at owners of Fiamma F45, F65 or F80 awnings who want less flap noise and a flatter roofline in windy or wet weather.

Why This Product

A box awning canopy that isn't held up in the middle tends to sag over time, which lets rainwater collect in the dip and lets the fabric flap noisily in a breeze. This rod extends underneath the canopy and locks at the length you need, pulling the fabric taut without any drilling or glue, and it's easy to unclip and stow away in the supplied wall clips when you're not using it.

Key Features

• Telescopic aluminium rod – 30 mm anodised tubing that stretches out from 142 cm right up to 265 cm
• Secure locking system – holds its set length once extended, so the canopy stays taut
• Tool-free fitting – clips on by hand, with no drilling and no marks left on the canopy
• Wall storage clips included – keep the rod tidy inside the vehicle when it's packed away
• Rubber end caps – let it work with some other awning brands, not only Fiamma
• Fits F45, F65 and F80 awnings – covers extensions up to roughly 250 to 275 cm

Ideal For

• Owners hearing their awning flap in wind get a rod that tensions the fabric properly
• Anyone finding water pooling on the roof removes the sag that lets rain collect
• F45, F65 and F80 awning owners get a rod sized and locked for their extension length
• Owners wanting a tool-free fit clip it on and off without drilling

Local Support from 4Matt Campers

Our Cape Town team can help confirm the right length setting for your awning's extension.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Fiamma
• Part Number: 98655A007
• Tube Diameter: 30 mm anodised aluminium
• Extended Length: Adjusts from 142 cm to 265 cm
• Awning Fit: Fiamma F45, F65 and F80 series, plus other brands using the included end caps
• Fitting: Clips on without drilling, tool-free
• Storage: Wall clips included for stowing inside the vehicle
• Also Available: A curved Rafter Pro version for extra door clearance

What's Included

• Rubber end caps
• Wall storage clips

Optional Fitment / Upgrade Notes

Worth checking before you order:

• Your awning's extension length falls within the 250 to 275 cm range this rod supports
• Whether you'd prefer the standard straight rod or the curved Rafter Pro version
• Avoid leaving it under heavy tension during extreme heat, as this can stretch the fabric
• Ask us to confirm the right locked length for your specific awning

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FAQ

What does the rafter do?
It's a support rod that tensions the awning canopy so it doesn't sag, pool water or flap in wind.

Which awnings does it fit?
Fiamma F45, F65 and F80 series box awnings, plus some other brands using the included end caps.

Do I need tools to fit it?
No, it clips on by hand, with no drilling and no marks left on the canopy.

Is there a curved version?
Yes, Fiamma also makes a curved Rafter Pro version for extra door clearance, sold separately.