Maxwell VW Vertical Windlass Kit - 3/8 Inch HT
Item #:
012372VW238H
Brand:
Maxwell
Model #:
VW250012V058
Packaged Weight:
80.00
Lbs.
List Price:
$5,425.13
Our Price:
$3,255.08
Status: 
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The VW Series of anchor winches is designed for traditional rope and chain combination anchor rodes where manual transfer of the rode from the rope warping drum to the chainwheel is required.
Includes the Following Components:
- A dual direction solenoid - P19045
- Two foot switches - P19006
- Up/Down panel switch - P102938
- On/Off breaker panel - P100791
- Emergency crank handle
- Provides the versatility of operating two anchors from one winch
- Functional rope hauling from any direction using independent MAX-grip™ snag-free warping drum with clutch disengagement of chainwheel for positive control of all ropes
- Permits use of traditional shackle and thimble rope and chain connection
- Allows alternative mounting horizontally on a fore and aft bulkhead inside chain locker for below deck installation
- High-quality finish on above deck components manufactured from marine grade 316 Stainless Steel and chromed bronze for long term durability
- Cone-type brake/clutch mechanism permits manual "free fall" anchoring - Cone clutches, unlike dog clutches, provide smooth progressive engagement ensuring safe and precise operator control
- Chainwheel locking pawl
- Simple through deck installation by modular design and precise alignment of gearbox to the topworks utilizing marine-grade Stainless Steel bolts
- Marine-grade alloy gearbox housing finished with 2 coat paint system
- Heavy duty, dual direction motor designed for marine winches
- Easily disassembled for servicing
| General Specifications | |
| Static Hold | 4840 lbs (2200 kg) |
| Maximum Pull | 2500 lbs (1135 kg) |
| Chain Short Link | 5/16" - 7/16" (9/11mm) |
| Line Speed (normal working) | 50 ft/min (15m/min) |
| Power Supply | 12 Volts DC |
| Motor Power | 1200 Watts |
| Net Weight (DC) | 84 lbs (38 kg) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 2000 PSI (138 bar) |
| Hydraulic Flow | 9.5 US gal/min (36 l/min) |
| Net Weight (Hydraulic) | 70 lbs (32 kg) |
| Dimensions | |
| A | 3-11/16" (94mm) |
| B | 9-15/16" (251mm) |
| C | 3-5/32" (80mm) |
| D | 8-5/16" (210mm) |
| E | 11-1/8" (281mm) |
| F | 7-1/2" (190mm) |
| G (Standard Deck Clearance) | 4" (100mm) |
| G (EDC - Extra Deck Clearance *) | 8" (200mm) |
| I | 7-5/8" (194mm) |
| * A deck clearance increase will also increase the "D" measurement by the same increment. | |
Important: Maxwell windlasses must be used in conjunction with a chain stopper or snubbing device to take the load off the windlass while laying at anchor. The chainstopper and alternative snubbing system should also be used to secure the anchor in the fully raised position while under way.