Maxwell RC8 Windlass - 1/4" & 1/2" Rode - Up to 32'

Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass - 1/4" & 1/2" Rode - Up to 32'

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  770lbs.
• Static Hold  2640 lbs.
• Chain Short Link  1/4" (6mm/7mm)
• Rope Size (3 strand or 8 plait)  1/2"  (12mm)
• Chain Speed  92 ft/min
• Rope Speed  79 ft/min
• Power Supply  12V or 24V
• Motor Power  600W

Kit Includes:

• RC8 Windlass
• Dual direction solenoid pack
• Circuit breaker / isolator panel
• Up/down remote control panel
• Emergency crank / clutch release handle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass designed for?

The Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass is a fully automatic rope/chain windlass designed to deploy and retrieve anchor rode. It handles 6mm/7mm (1/4-inch) chain spliced to 12mm (1/2-inch) three-strand or 8-plait rope and is specified for boats up to 32 feet.

What rope and chain sizes does the Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass accommodate?

The RC8 is designed for 1/4-inch (6mm/7mm) short-link chain and 1/2-inch (12mm) three-strand or 8-plait rope. Its Wave Design™ chainwheel accommodates a range of chain pitch differences within the specified chain diameters and is designed to improve handling of rope/chain spliced rode.

Can the Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass be used with an all-chain rode?

Yes. The Maxwell Marine RC8 works with all-chain rodes as well as rope/chain spliced rode. Its through-deck hawse pipe throat provides an opening for the rode to move into and out of the anchor locker.

Does the Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass have manual override and free-fall capability?

Yes. The RC8 includes manual override and free-fall functionality using the supplied emergency crank/clutch release handle. The kit also includes a dual-direction solenoid pack, circuit breaker/isolator panel, and up/down remote control panel.

What are the power and performance specifications of the Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass?

The RC8 has a maximum pull of 770 lb and a static hold of 2,640 lb. Its chain speed is 92 feet per minute and rope speed is 79 feet per minute. The windlass uses a 600W motor and can operate on either 12V or 24V power.

What is included with the Maxwell Marine RC8 Windlass?

The RC8 kit includes the windlass, dual-direction solenoid pack, circuit breaker/isolator panel, up/down remote control panel, and emergency crank/clutch release handle. The windlass also features a two-piece installation design and can be fully disassembled using the supplied handle and an Allen key.

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