Maxwell RC8612V Rc Ser. 770
- 1/4 inch chain, 1/2 inch rope
- 12 volt vertical windlass
- 316 stainless steel construction
- Emergency crank and clutch release handle included
- 31.1 pounds listed weight
- Breaker panel, solenoid and up/down switch in the package
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fully automatic vertical windlass for rope and chain, supplied with its control hardware and an emergency crank. Rated pull and line speed are not given.
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ASIN: B00GXEPXYKModel: RC8612VCategory: Windlasses
Overview
A self-aligning gearbox mounts below deck while a spacer tube design lets this vertical windlass mount through almost any deck thickness. It retrieves and deploys chain spliced to rope, and a sealed oil bath gearbox drives it through a worm and worm wheel.
Two-piece installation and the complete control package are the reasons to look at it for a retrofit. The listing does not state rated pull, line speed or boat length range, so check the maker's chart.
Who it's for
Owners of boats with the right chain and rope sizes who want a vertical windlass with an emergency crank will find the supplied panel and solenoid convenient. Anyone needing a horizontal deck-mounted unit or all-chain larger sizes should look at other models.
Pros and cons
- Works with rope and chain or all chain
- 316 stainless steel
- Emergency manual override
- Sealed oil bath gearbox
- Rated pull not listed
- Line speed not listed
- Boat length range not listed
- Display size field is unclear
Performance notes
The chainwheel accepts a range of chain pitch within the stated size, and a spring-loaded pressure arm grips the rope and chain splice. The worm gear drive holds the load when the motor stops, and the crank handle allows manual recovery. Battery and cable size limit the motor output.
Specifications
| Model | RC8612V |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 19 x 17 x 11 inches |
| Chain | 1/4 inch |
| Rope size | 1/2 inch |
| Weight | 31.1 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | 316 stainless steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Windlass, on/off breaker panel, reversing solenoid, up/down panel switch, emergency crank handle |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
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Frequently asked questions
How big is the Maxwell RC8612V windlass?
The listed dimensions are 19 x 17 x 11 inches, and the weight is 31.1 pounds.
What comes with the Maxwell RC8612V?
The package includes the windlass, an on/off breaker panel, a reversing solenoid, an up/down panel switch and an emergency crank handle.
Is the Maxwell RC8612V a horizontal windlass?
No. It is listed as a vertical windlass.
Will the Maxwell RC8612V work with all-chain rodes?
Yes. The description says it works with all-chain rodes within the stated size.