Maxwell RC Vertical Windlass - RC6

For over 40 years Maxwell windlasses have been synonymous with the highest standards of anchoring performance. The compact Maxwell RC6  windlass is designed for boats up to 28' long.

Features & Benefits of Maxwell RC6 Windlass

Ease of Use & Style

• Two piece installation
• Power down anchoring
• The RC6 has been designed with the smaller, trailer boat market in mind
• Unique spacer tube design allows installation through virtually any deck thickness and the multiple mounting positions
• The in-line, vertical gearbox and motor means quick and easy installation by either the boat yard or the DIY aftermarket customer
• Self-aligning gearbox ensures optimal location of gearbox and motor in most installation situations

Performance

• RC6 utilises 1/4” chain spliced to 1/2” three strand or 8-plait rope
• RC8 can be used with 5/16” chain spliced to 9/16” three strand or 8-plait rope
• The Wave Design &Trade chainwheel is able to accommodate a wide range of chain pitch differences, within the specified chain size diameters, suitable for use with the RC6 and RC8
• Huge through deck hawse pipe throat ensures easy entry of the rope/chain rode into and out of the chain locker
• The RC8 works just as effectively with all-chain rodes
• Cone type clutch/brake mechanism permits manual, free fall anchoring
• The heavy-duty stainless steel pressure arm is designed to effectively help grasp the rope/chain splice
• In combination with a heavy duty, large wire diameter, stainless steel pre-loaded spring, the pressure arm always exerts maximum control pressure

Durability & Maintenance

• The RC Series is manufactured from marine grade 316 stainless steel for long term durability
• Easy retrofitting without disassembly of the windlass
• Full disassembly capability of top works utilising handle provided, a screw driver and an Allen key
• Sealed oil bath and marine grade hard anodized, alloy gearbox provides high efficiency output drive via precision worm and worm wheel
• Complete with all the necessary components for fully automatic dual-direction control
• 3 year limited warranty

Maxwell RC6 Standard Equipment

• Circuit breaker/isolator panel
• Dual-direction solenoid pack
• Up/Down remote control panel
• Emergency crank/clutch release handle

*Windlasses must be used in conjunction with a bow roller and a chain stopper or snubbing device to take the load off the windlass while laying at anchor. The chain stopper and alternative snubbing system can also be used to secure the anchor in the fully raised position while under way.