HWC Series

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.

User Manuals

Features

• Fully automatic single or dual direction chainwheel operation, for use with chain only rodes.
• Functional rope hauling from fore and aft using independent MAX-grip? 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.

In The Box:
Chainpipe and chainwheel
Emergency crank/clutch release handle
On/Off Breaker Panel
Up/down remote control panel
Two Black Footswitches (supplied with DC units only)

Important: Maxwell windlasses must be used in conjunction with a chain stopper and/or alternative snubbing device to take the load off the windlass while laying at anchor. The chain stopper and alternative snubbing system should also be used to secure the anchor in the fully raised position while under way.