The electric boat anchor winch mainly consists of electric motor, reducer, drive gear, clutch, chain wheel, brake control rod, rope drum and band brake. It comes in two main configurations, including anchor rope winch and chain winch. Each form is designed with particular features and advantages.
Rope anchor winch
With rope attached to the anchor, the winch is capable of implementing anchoring operations. The rope winch features high efficiency, long service life and minimal maintenance.
Anchor rope winch parameters:
Dia of anchor chain/rope: ø12mm – ø128mm
No. of gypsy: single or double
Load capacity: 1ton- 100ton
Speed: 9-11 m/min
Certificate: BV, ABS, DNV, RMRS, etc
Chain anchor winch
This type of electric anchor windlass is built with anchor chain and chain wheel. According to manufacturing method, the anchor chain is available with cast steel, welded and forged type. According to the steel grade, it can be divided into AM1, AM2 and AM3. These types of anchor chain are designed for different uses and working conditions. We also offer single and double chain wheel to suit varied needs of customers.
Anchor chain winch parameters:
Dia of anchor chain/rope: ø12mm – ø128mm
No. of gypsy: single or double
Load capacity: 1ton- 100ton
Speed: 9-11 m/min
Certificate: BV, ABS, DNV, RMRS, etc
In addition, the winch can be divided into vertical anchor winch, horizontal anchor winch, left-hand anchor winch and right-hand anchor winch according to the machine structure. Generally speaking, the vertical windlass refers to a capstan, which is commonly found on small boats for anchoring and mooring purposes. While a horizontal windlass is widely used on larger boats. For example, commercial ships more often use horizontal anchor winch. For yacht uses, we offer stainless steel vertical windlass.
When buying an anchor winch, you should specify the working load, nominal size, nominal speed, weight and size of anchor, length and diameter of chain or wire rope in order to make the best selection. Other questions include do you need anchors and anchor chains, what is the using condition, and do you need classification society certification.
