Maxwell RC8 Vertical Windlass

Maxwell Marine RC8 Vertical Windlass

The all new stainless steel RC8 fully automatic rope/chain windlass is designed to effortlessly retrieve and deploy 6mm/7mm (1/4”) chain spliced to 12mm (1/2”) three strand or 8-brait (plait) rope. The ingeniously designed rope/chain gypsy (chainwheel) is able to accommodate a wide range of chain pitch differences within the specified chain size diameters.

Simple two piece installation saves time and money and allows easy retrofitting without disassembly of the windlass. Unique spacer tube design allows installation through virtually any deck thickness and the multiple mounting positions and self aligning gearbox ensure optimal location of gearbox and motor in virtually all installation situations.

The heavy duty stainless steel pressure arm is designed to effectively help grasp the rope/chain splice, giving the RC8 an unparalleled level of performance. In combination with a heavy duty, large wire diameter, stainless steel pre-loaded spring, the pressure arm always exerts maximum control pressure.

Wave Design™ Chainwheel

The new and revolutionary patented Wave Design™ chainwheel is able to accommodate a wide range of chain pitch differences, within the specified chain size diameters, suitable for use with the RC8 Series. This patented rope. Chain wheel incorporates two unique design concepts that greatly improve the handling and control of the rope/chain spliced rode. The outer ribs of the chainwheel are angled slightly forward, ensuring that the rope and the chain are smoothly guided in the wheel during anchor retrieval.

Features

• The RC8 features Maxwell’s revolutionary, and patented, new Wave Design™ chainwheel.
• The RC8 works just as effectively with all-chain rodes.
• Huge, through deck hawse pipe throat ensures easy entry of the rope/chain rode into and out of the anchor locker.
• Full disassembly capability of the topworks, utilizing only the handle provided and an Allen key.
• Manual override and Free Fall, using the emergency crank/clutch handle provided.
• Sealed oil bath and marine-grade hard anodized alloy gearbox provides maximum output via a precision worm and worm wheel.

Specifications

• Maximum Pull  1320 lbs.
• Static Hold  2640 lbs.
• Chain Short Link  8 mm – 5/16’’
• Rope Size (3 strand or 8 plait)  14 mm - 9/16’’ 16 mm – 5/8’’
• Chain Speed  92 ft/min
• Rope Speed  105 ft/min
• Power Supply  12V, 24V, or 48 VDC
• Motor Power  1000W

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