VWC2500 Vertical Windlass & Chain Pipe 12V - 3/8"

VWC 2500 Series 2500 lb 3/8" Chain Gypsy/Drum Vertical Chain Windlass (VWC250012V058) by Maxwell. Voltage: 12 V., Motor Power: 1200 Watt., Max Pull: 2500 lb., Chain Size: 3/8". The VWC Series is designed for automatic vertical handling of chain-only anchor rodes while offering an independent capstan for the retrieval of a secondary rope and chain rode or to assist with docking procedures.

• Fully automatic single or dual direction chainwheel operation
• High-quality finish on above deck components, manufactured from marine grade stainless steel (AISI 316), for long term durability
• Integral chain pipe and stripper are aligned for virtually jam-tree operation providing automatic feed of chain into and out of the anchor locker
• Port and starboard chain pipes for twin installations (Sizes 2500 and above only.)
• 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
• Clutch disengagement of the chainwheel enables independent rope hauling from any direction, using the Max-grip snag-tree warping drum for positive control of all ropes
• Simple through deck installation by modular design and precise alignment of gearbox to the topworks utilising marine-grade stainless steel bolts
• Anodized aluminium gearbox and spacer tube on all models
• Heavy duty, dual direction motor, designed for marine winches
• Low Profile configurations (no warping drum) are available