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

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RC8612V
06/03/2036 8:26 AM
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Product Details

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.

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