HWC 3500 12v 1/2"" HT chain

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:

• Fully automatic single or dual direction chainwheel operation, for use with chain only rodes
• Functional rope hauling from fore and aft using independent warping drum with clutch disengagement of chainwheel for positive rope control
• Optional second gypsy for dual anchor handling with smooth independent control of each chainwheel via cone clutches, and a top-mounted vertical capstan
• Chain pipe assembly supplied
• Cone-type clutch/brake mechanism permits manual "free fall" anchoring. Cone clutches, unlike flat 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