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Add to CartFastest way to anchor - Anchor drops up to four times faster! Easiest way to anchor - Free-Fall stops when the anchor has reached bottom - Rope does not collect on your deck while you waste time and effort powering down. Easiest to use - just hold the helm switch for only five seconds to release free-fall, versus one to three minutes powering down. Safety - Allows you to anchor quickly in poor conditions. Precise anchoring location - Anchor your boat where you want it to be, unlike powering down where your boat will drift while you power down.
Powerwinch offers durable and smooth Free-Fall Anchor Windlass. Their free fall system allows the anchor to fall at a rate of up to 300' per minute. Easily four time faster than powering down. The gear systems are oil impregnated with heat treated oil. Stainless steel drive shafts give years of smooth and reliable performance. A tapered splice is ideal for smooth rope-to-chain transition. The motor plate is made of one piece which provides improved gear life and and smooth power transmission. The smooth motor uses less amps by not needing the battery power during free-fall. Watertight sealed stainless sealed fasteners are easy to remove and have excellent corrosion resistance.
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Specifications:
| Unit Weight | 23 lbs |
| Retrieval Speed | 75' / minute |
| Line Size | 5/8" Powerwinch Premium Medium Lay Nylon |
| Overall Dimensions | 10-9/16" L x 7" W x 6-5/16" H |
| Pulling Power | 900 lbs |
| Anchoring Speed | Up to 300' / minute |
| Chain Size | 5/16" Hi-test ACCO G4 |
| Rodes (sold separately) | P10297-P10300 |
| Rope & Chain System | Electro-Plated Stainless Steel |
| Replaceable Rode-Glide | Engineered Resin |
| Helm Operated Control Switch | Rocker |
| Avg. Amp Draw (during retrieval) | 8-12 amps |
| Install Kit | P55600 |
| Required Wire Size to Battery | 6 gauge (70' run) |
| Standard Equipped Thermal Circuit Breaker | 25 amp auto reset |
| Manual Reset Circuit Breaker (optional) | Optional 25 amp P1070400AJ |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Dual Switch Solenoid | Optional P1028200AJ |
Below is a chart outlining the materials you will need IN ADDITION to buying your windlass. The following are required for an electrical installation:
| Qty. | Description | |
| 2 ft | 12 awg RED Wire Class 105°C | |
| 2 ft | 12 awg BLACK Wire Class 105°C | |
| 70 ft | 6 awg RED Wire Class 105°C | 6 awg wire is the "run" wire from anchor to switch and battery to switch. Length is based on instalation |
| 70 ft | 6 awg BLACK Wire Class 105°C | |
| 10 | 5/16" 6 awg ring terminals | |
| 4 | 5/16" 12 awg ring terminals | |
| 4 | 1/4" 12 awg insulated female spade quick disconnects | |
| 6 | 1/4-20 x 1/2 Screws | Screws and nuts should be stainless steel to avoid rust and corrosion. |
| 6 | 1/4-20 Nuts | |
| Wire Ties | ||
| 2 ft | 1" diameter heat shrink | |
| 2 ft | 2" diameter heat shrink |
What is the Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall Anchor Windlass designed for?
The Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall Anchor Windlass is designed for fast boat anchoring with a free-fall system that allows the anchor to drop at up to 300 feet per minute. Free-fall does not require battery power, while the windlass provides powered retrieval at 75 feet per minute.
How does the free-fall system work on the Powerwinch Class 41?
To activate free-fall, hold the helm switch for approximately five seconds. The anchor then drops rapidly without powering the rope down, helping you reach your anchoring location more quickly. The free-fall system stops when the anchor reaches the bottom.
What rope and chain sizes are used with the Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall Anchor Windlass?
The Class 41 uses 5/8-inch Powerwinch Premium Medium Lay Nylon rope with 5/16-inch Hi-test ACCO G4 chain. A tapered back splice is specified to provide a smooth transition between the rope and chain.
What is the pulling capacity and retrieval speed of the Powerwinch Class 41?
The Powerwinch Class 41 has a pulling power of 900 lbs. and a retrieval speed of 75 feet per minute. Its average current draw during retrieval is 8–12 amps, and it includes a standard 25-amp auto-reset thermal circuit breaker.
What electrical requirements should be considered when installing the Powerwinch Class 41?
The specified wire size to the battery is 6 gauge for a 70-foot run. The installation materials also include 12 AWG red and black wire, ring terminals, insulated female spade disconnects, stainless steel screws and nuts, wire ties, and heat shrink. The required installation materials are not included with the windlass.
Does the Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall Anchor Windlass include the anchor rode?
No. The anchor rodes are sold separately. The specified compatible rode options are Powerwinch part numbers P10297 through P10300. An installation kit, P55600, is also listed separately in the product specifications.
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