Maxwell RC6 Vertical Windlass

Maxwell Marine RC6 Vertical Windlass

The all new stainless steel RC6 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. An inexpensive, high performance and great looking windlass; the RC6 is built for durability and years of trouble free use.

The RC6 has been designed with the smaller, trailer boat market in mind. The RC6 is a Low Profile unit. 

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 RC6 features Maxwell’s revolutionary, and patented, new Wave Design™ chainwheel.
• The RC8 works just as effectively with all-chain rodes.
• Every Maxwell automatic rope/chain windlass comes complete with all the necessary components for fully automatic dual direction control in a competitively priced package.

Specifications:

• Maximum Pull - 770lbs.
• Static Hold - 1540 lbs.
• Chain Short Link - 1/4" (6mm/7mm)
• Rope Size (3 strand or 8 plait) - 1/2"  (12mm)
• Chain Speed - 79 ft/min
• Rope Speed - 69 ft/min
• Power Supply - 12V or 24V
• Motor Power - 500W

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Maxwell Marine RC6 Vertical Windlass designed for?

The Maxwell Marine RC6 Vertical Windlass is a fully automatic rope/chain windlass designed for smaller trailer boats. Its low-profile design provides powered deployment and retrieval of 1/4-inch (6mm/7mm) chain spliced to 1/2-inch (12mm) three-strand or 8-plait rope.

What rope and chain sizes are compatible with the Maxwell Marine RC6 Windlass?

The RC6 is designed for 1/4-inch (6mm/7mm) short-link chain and 1/2-inch (12mm) rope in either three-strand or 8-plait construction. Its Wave Design™ chainwheel is designed to accommodate a range of chain pitch differences within the specified chain size.

Can the Maxwell Marine RC6 Vertical Windlass be used with an all-chain rode?

Yes. The supplied product information states that the RC6 works effectively with all-chain rodes. The windlass is also designed for rope/chain spliced rode using the specified 1/4-inch chain and 1/2-inch rope sizes.

What is the Wave Design™ chainwheel on the Maxwell Marine RC6?

The Wave Design™ chainwheel is a patented Maxwell design intended to improve handling and control of rope/chain spliced rode. Its outer ribs are angled slightly forward to help guide the rope and chain smoothly into the wheel during anchor retrieval.

What are the power and performance specifications of the Maxwell Marine RC6?

The RC6 has a maximum pull of 770 lb and a static hold of 1,540 lb. Its chain speed is 79 feet per minute and rope speed is 69 feet per minute. The windlass uses a 500W motor and operates with either a 12V or 24V power supply.

What is included with the Maxwell Marine RC6 Vertical Windlass?

The RC6 kit includes the windlass, dual-direction solenoid pack, circuit breaker/isolator panel, up/down remote control panel, and emergency crank/clutch release handle. Maxwell states that its automatic rope/chain windlasses include the components needed for fully automatic dual-direction control.

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