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The RC12 Series incorporates Maxwell’s latest stylish
RC12 Capstan Model
Activation of the ratcheted mechanism lever ensures the windlass
cannot backwind during emergency (manual) retrieval of the
rode (rope and/or chain) and anchor.
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innovation in automatic rope/chain windlass technology.
Retaining the classic open design styling more
appropriate on larger boats, the RC12-10 and
RC12-12 represent the next generation of rope/chain
windlass evolution in every respect.
Features and benefits
• The RC12 fully automatic windlass series is designed to
effortlessly retrieve and deploy 10 mm (3/8”) short link chain
and 16 mm (5/8”) to 20 mm (3/4”) three strand or 8-Plait
rope (RC12-10) and 13 mm (1/2”) short link chain and 16 mm
(5/8”) to 20 mm (3/4”) three strand or 8-Plait rope (RC12-12)
• Stainless steel AISI 316
• With a maximum pull of 1590 kg (3500 lb), and an anchor
retrieval rate of 15 m/min (50ft/min), the RC12-12 is one of
the fastest and gruntiest windlasses in its class
• A sleek, Low Profile version and a fluted stainless steel
(AISI 316) capstan drum version, are available
• The RC12 is packed with patented innovative features
combined with Maxwell’s traditionally classic aesthetics, but
reflecting the modern “form follows function” of the highly
successful RC6, RC8 and RC10 series windlasses
• The elegantly designed deckplate and chainpipe cover are
manufactured in polished marine-grade (AISI 316) stainless
steel, as are the heavy duty pressure arm, stripper, chainwheel
and fluted capstan drum
• The huge, through deck hawse pipe throat ensures easy entry
of the rope/chain rode into and out of the anchor locker
• Double cone-type brake/clutch mechanism permits ‘Free Fall’
anchoring. Cone clutches, unlike dog clutches, provide smooth
progressive engagement, ensuring safe and precise operator
control
• The RC12 features Maxwell’s revolutionary and patented
Wave Design™ chainwheel. Refer to RC6 page 307 for more
information about this innovative feature
• Emergency manual retrieval is made simple and easy with
Maxwell’s unique “Active Latch Ratchet System” operation that
prevents backwind of the windlass during manual hauling of
the anchor
• The Maxwell designed, all new and innovative black, hard
anodised gearbox provides numerous advantages:
- Fast and easy windlass installation
- More corrosion resistant
- Easy to maintain and service
- Takes up less room in the anchor locker
- 75:1 Ratio (RC12-10) or 100:1 Ratio (RC12-12), single stage
design with less moving parts, for smoother and quieter
operation
- Allows for multi-positioning of the gearbox/motor