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The stainless steel (AISI 316) RC8 Series of
automatic rope/chain anchor winches are
Maxwell’s mid-range models in the highly success
RC Series Windlass Range

Features and benefits
• The stainless steel (AISI 316) RC8-6 Series incorporates a
chromed bronze chainwheel, designed to effortlessly retrieve
and deploy 6 mm/7 mm (1/4”) chain spliced to 12 mm (1/2”)
three strand or 8-brait (plait) rope
• The more powerful RC8-8 can be used with 8 mm (5/16”)
chain spliced to 16 mm (5/8”) three strand or 8-plait rope
• The ingenious Wave Design™ rope/chain gypsy
(chainwheel) is able to accommodate a wide range of chain
pitch differences within the specified chain size diameters
suitable for use with the RC8 Series
• A sleek, Low Profile version and a fluted stainless steel
capstan drum version, are available
• Simple two piece installation saves time and money and
allows easy retrofitting without disassembly of the windlass.
• Unique spacer tube design allows installation through
virtually any deck thickness and the multiple mounting
positions and self-aligning gearbox ensure optimal location
of gearbox and motor in virtually all installation situations
• The RC8 features Maxwell’s revolutionary, and patented,
RC8 Low Profile Version Wave Design™ chainwheel. Refer RC6 page 307 for more
information about this innovative feature
• The heavy duty stainless steel (AISI 316) pressure arm is
designed to effectively help grasp the rope/chain splice,
giving the RC8 an unparalleled level of performance.
In combination with a heavy duty, large wire diameter,
stainless steel pre-loaded spring, the pressure arm always
exerts maximum control pressure
• The RC8 works just as effectively with all-chain rodes
• Huge, through deck hawse pipe throat ensures easy entry
of the rope/chain rode into and out of the anchor locker
• Full disassembly capability of the topworks utilising only the
handle provided and an Allen key
• Manual override and ‘Free Fall’, using the emergency
crank/clutch handle provided
• Sealed oil bath and marine-grade hard anodised, alloy
gearbox provides maximum output via a precision worm
and worm wheel

RC8 Low Profile Version
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