Marine Anchor Windlass

Marine Anchor Windlass

Marine Anchor Windlass Introduction

Marine Anchor Windlass is a device used for hoisting and lowering the anchor on a vessel. It is an essential component of the ship's anchoring system, which provides the force required to deploy or retrieve the anchor. The windlass is typically located on the foredeck and is powered by an electric, hydraulic-driven motor and diesel engine. The choice of windlass depends on the vessel's size, the weight of the anchor and chain, and the type of anchoring system used.

According to the application and working condition, the marine windlass can be made from cast steel and 316L stainless steel. From the design stage to dispatch, our internal quality assurance systems fully comply with marine class standard. In addition, third- party surveyors will check the process of  design and fabricating to ensure the marine windlass complies with all relevant specifications.

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Features

1. Electric drive, hydraulic drive, diesel engine drive.

2. Working load from 1T to 100T.

3. Chain diameter from 12.5mm to 160mm, chain grade from AM2 to AM3.

4. Easy for maintenance, lubrication and inspection.

5. High strength construction, high efficiency gearbox.

6. Can be designed and manufacture to suit customers applications and special operating requirements.

7. With or without warping head.

8. With or without drum.

9. Local control or remote control.

10. Manual or hydraulic clutch and brake.

11. General motor or explosion-proof motor.

12. Auto tension control, chain length or speed measurement.

13. Certificate: BV, LR, RINA...

Structure of Marine Anchor Windlass

Marine Anchor Windlass Classification

Marine Anchor Windlass Classification
Marine Electric Anchor Windlass	Marine Hydraulic Anchor Windlass	Marine Diesel Engine Anchor Windlass

Main Technical Specifications

Chai Dia. (mm)	Working Load（KN）	Supporting Load(KN)	Working Speed(m/min)	Mooring Load(KN)	Motor Power(kW)	Motor Power(kW)
12.5	5.9	30	≥9	5		3/1.2
14/16/17.5	8.3/10.9/13.0	51/67/80	≥9	8	5.5	4.3/1.7
19/20.5/22	15.3/17.9/20.6	95/110/126	≥9	10	7.5	8.5/3.5
24/26	24.5/.8.7	149/175	≥9	20	11	8.5/3.5
38/30	33.3/38.3	202/231	≥9	30	15	11/11/7.5
32/34/36	43.5/49.1/55.1	261/294/329	≥9	30	22	16/16/11
38/40/42	61.4/68.075.0	365/402/442	≥9	40	30	22/22/16
44/46/48	82.3/89.9/97.9	483/526/570	≥9	50	37	30/30/22
50/52/54	106.3/114.9/123.9	617/664/713	≥9	50	45	30/30/22
56/58/60	133.3/143.0/153.0	764/816/870	≥9	60	55	45/45/30
62/64	163.4/174.1	925/982	≥9	80	55	45/45/30
66/68	185.0/196.5	1040/1098	≥9	100	75	45/45/30
70/73	208.3/226.5	1160/1254	≥9	100	75	60/60/45
76/78	245.5/258.6	1350/1416	≥9	125	90	60/60/45
81/84	311.7/335.2	2171/2320	≥9	140	110	75/75/36
87/90	359.5/384.4	2473/2629	≥9	150	120	75/75/36
92/95	402.0/428.7	2735/2898	≥9	200	130	85/85/64
97/100	446.9/475.0	2995/3162	≥9	250	150	100/100/50
105/107	523.7/543.8	3162/3750	≥9	300	180	110/110/55
112/114	595.8/617.3	4109/4228	≥9	350	200	132/132/66
Above specifications only for reference, We can supply various marine windlasses according to your requirements.

Marine Anchor Windlass in Factory

Images of Marine Anchor Windlass

How to install Marine Anchor Windlass?

The installation of a Marine Anchor Windlass should be carried out by trained professionals with experience in working with marine equipment. The following are the general steps involved in installing a Marine Anchor Windlass:

1)Choose a suitable location: The first step is to choose a suitable location for the Marine Anchor Windlass on the vessel. The location should be based on the vessel's size, deck layout, and weight distribution.

2)Prepare the installation site: Once the location is selected, the installation site should be prepared by removing any obstacles or debris that may interfere with the installation process.

3)Mount the windlass: The windlass should be mounted securely to the vessel using bolts and brackets that are designed for the specific windlass and vessel. The windlass should be mounted at a suitable height to ensure that the chain or rope can be deployed and retrieved safely.

4)Connect the power source: Depending on the type of windlass, it may be powered by an electric motor or a hydraulic system. The power source should be connected to the windlass using appropriate wiring and connectors.

5)Connect the anchor chain/rope: The anchor chain or rope should be connected to the windlass using appropriate shackles and connectors. The chain or rope should be properly tensioned to ensure that it can be deployed and retrieved smoothly.

6)Test the windlass: Once the windlass is installed and connected, it should be tested to ensure that it is working properly. The test should include deploying and retrieving the anchor to ensure that the windlass can handle the weight and load.

7)Secure any loose equipment: Finally, any loose equipment, such as wires or hoses, should be secured to prevent them from interfering with the windlass or posing a safety hazard.

It's important to follow the manufacturer's installation instructions and any relevant safety regulations when installing a Marine Anchor Windlass. Professional installation and regular maintenance can help ensure that the windlass operates safely and reliably over its lifespan.