Maxwell RC8612V RC8-6 Vertical Windlass 12V 1/4" Chain 1/2" Rope

The Maxwell RC8-6 Vertical Windlass is a fully automatic rope/chain windlass designed to effortlessly retrieve and deploy 1/4" (6mm/7mm) chain spliced to 1/2" (12mm) three-strand or 8-braid rope. Engineered from marine-grade 316 stainless steel, this 12-volt windlass delivers 770 lbs of maximum pulling power with a 600-watt motor.

Key Features:

• Simple two-piece installation saves time and allows easy retrofitting without windlass disassembly
• Unique spacer tube design accommodates virtually any deck thickness with multiple mounting positions
• Patented Wave Design™ chainwheel provides superior rope grip and control while extending rode longevity
• Heavy-duty stainless steel pressure arm with large diameter preloaded spring ensures maximum control pressure
• Sealed oil bath and marine-grade hard anodized alloy gearbox with precision worm and worm wheel drive
• Large through-deck hawse pipe throat for smooth rope/chain entry into anchor locker
• Chain retrieval speed: 92 feet per minute (28 m/min)
• Rope retrieval speed: 79 feet per minute (24 m/min)
• Manual override capability using included emergency crank handle
• Compatible with all marine-grade chain types: G4, BBB, Proof Coil, and Metric
• Full disassembly of topworks using only provided handle and Allen key

Package Includes:

• RC8-6 Vertical Windlass
• On/Off Breaker Panel
• Reversing Solenoid
• Up/Down Panel Switch
• Emergency Crank/Clutch Release Handle

Specifications:

• Material: Marine-Grade 316 Stainless Steel
• Power: 12 Volt DC, 600 Watts
• Chain Size: 1/4" (6mm/7mm) Short Link
• Rope Size: 1/2" (12mm) Nylon (3-Strand or 8-Plait Recommended)
• Maximum Pull: 770 lbs (350 kg)

The Maxwell RC8-6's innovative Wave Design™ chainwheel features angled outer ribs that smoothly guide rope and chain during retrieval, while opposite-facing inner ribs grip the rope in an undulating wave pattern for superior holding power compared to traditional jam cleat designs.