What is a anchor capstan?
Anchor capstan can be divided into electric and hydraulic capstan based on their power sources. Its biggest advantage is that the sprocket, capstan head, and brake device directly used for anchoring and mooring operations is installed on the deck, while the other driving machinery and transmission mechanisms are installed below the deck. So the area occupied on the deck is small, especially suitable for ships and some ships with difficult deck arrangements.
Overview
Definition:
1. A power-driven anchor chain wheel installed on a vertical axis. The shaft can extend the anchor chain wheel to drive a cable reel.
2. A power-driven anchor chain wheel installed on a vertical axis. The shaft can extend the anchor chain wheel to drive a cable reel. The anchor chain wheel can detach from the prime mover and is similar in operation and use to a windlass.
Anchor capstan, also known as vertical anchor windlass. Vertical machinery for lifting, anchoring, and twisting cables. The lower half of the main body is an anchor chain wheel, and the upper half is a capstan head, installed on an upright winch shaft. With the help of a clutch, the anchor and cable can be separated or operated simultaneously.
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