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Vertical Rope/Chain Series RC6

Maxwell’s smallest version of

the rope/chain anchor winch

SPECIFICATIONS
Model RC6
Maximum Pull/Lift 350 kg / 770 lbs
Static Hold 700 kg / 1540 lbs
Chain Short Link 6 mm/7 mm / 1/4”
Rope Size (Nylon)* 12 mm / 1/2”
(3 strand or 8 plait recommended)
Chain Speed (Anchor Retrieval) 24 m/min / 79 ft/min
Rope Speed (Anchor Retrieval) 21 m/min / 69 ft/min
Power Supply (DC) 12 or 24 V
Motor Power 500 W
Net Weight 8.5 kg / 18.7 lb
* Refer to owners manual for rope size variations

DIMENSIONS
Model RC6
A 196 mm / 7 3/4’’
B 80 mm / 3 3/16’’
C 145 mm / 5 3/4’’
D 209 mm / 8 3/4’’
E 65 mm / 2 1/2’’
F 39 mm / 1 9/16’’

Important: Maxwell windlasses must be used in conjunction with a chain
stopper 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.

MAXWELL’S REVOLUTIONARY CHAINWHEEL

Maxwell lead the market yet again in innovative thinking when they As the rope pulls into the wheel, the opposite facing inner ribs grip the rope
introduced the Wave Design™ chainwheel. This patented rope/chain wheel in an undulating manner, securing the rope more firmly in a ‘wave pattern’
incorporates two unique design concepts that greatly improve the handling action that is far superior to the traditional ‘jam cleat’ manner of holding the
and control of the rope/chain spliced rode. The outer ribs of the chainwheel rope compared to all other products on the market. Not only does this Wave
are angled slightly forward ensuring that the rope and the chain are smoothly Design™ hold the rope more securely, it is also kinder on the rope resulting
guided in the wheel during anchor retrieval. in increased longevity of your anchor rode.

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