Marine electric anchor windlass

Marine Electric Anchor Windlass

Marine electric anchor windlass refers to the anchor windlass powered by an electric motor. The motor drives the gearbox to slow down the windlass. The small and large gears, controlled by the clutch, work together to rotate the gypsy wheel. An electric windlass usually consists of an electric motor, a gearbox, and the gypsy wheel wrapped with anchor chain.

When deploying the anchor, the windlass lets out the chain or rope at a controlled speed. The anchor drops to the seabed, and the chain/rope pays out until the desired length is reached. The marine electric anchor windlass allows for quicker and more controlled anchoring operations, essential in various sea conditions.

Overview

Marine electric anchoring windlass is a kind of anchor windlass powered by electric motor. It has several advantages over manual or hydraulic systems, including easy operation, faster anchoring and better weighing operations, and less physical consumption of the crew. A band brake is provided on the sprocket, designed to brake the sprocket so that the user can control the speed of the gypsy. An electric motor provides power to rotate the drum or gypsy, allowing the crew to lift or lower the anchor more effectively. The marine electric anchor windlass may also have additional safety mechanisms such as overload protection or an emergency stop button to ensure safe operation.

Marine electric anchor windlass requires fewer sailors and power consumption to achieve higher efficiency. It is a practical deck machinery.

Features

Driven type: electric motor

Gypsy wheel: single, double or other

Warping head: none, one or two

Can be equipped with drum

Clutch and brake: manual or hydraulic

Local or remote control

Small volume

Easy for maintenance and operation

Long lifespan

Can be customized as per user’s requirements.