The HWC Series is designed for automatic horizontal 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.
Features and benefits
Fully automatic single or dual direction chainwheel operation, for use with chain only rodes
Functional rope hauling from fore and aft using independent fluted stainless steel snag-free warping drum with clutch disengagement of chainwheel for positive control of all ropes
Optional dual anchor handling with smooth independent control of each chainwheel via cone clutches
Chain pipe assembly supplied
Cone-type clutch brake mechanism permits manual ‘free fall’anchoring. Cone clutches, unlike dog clutches, provide smooth progressive engagement ensuring safe and precise operator control
Chainwheel locking pawl to assist when using warping drum independently
Simple deck mounted installation with no under deck parts
Simplified maintenance with ability to strip the running gear (chainwheel and drum) from the windlass without disturbing the windlass mounting
Heavy duty, dual direction motor, designed for marine winches
Chainwheel and warping drum of high-quality chrome finish
over marine-grade bronze
Marine-grade alloy casing pretreated, powder coated and finished with a two component white polyurethane paint
