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Maxwell RC8-8 Rope/Chain Windlass, 5/16" Chain & 5/8" Rope No Capstan
Maxwell RC8-8 Rope/Chain Windlass, 5/16" Chain & 5/8" Rope No Capstan


 
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Product Code: RC88

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RC Rope/Chain Series

Maxwell's all new RC series windlasses proudly follow in the highly successful footsteps of the Freedom, Liberty and HRC fully automatic rope/chain anchor winches. RC10 and RC8 are available in both capstan and low profile versions. RC6 is available in low profile version only.

The all new RC12 Series incorporates Maxwell s latest stylish innovation in automatic rope/chain technology. Retaining the classic open design styling more appropriate on larger boats, the RC12 Series represents the next generation of rope/chain windlass evolution in every respect.

Every Maxwell automatic rope/chain windlass is available
with all the necessary components for fully automatic dual
direction control in a competitively priced package.

In the Box:

Windlass
Circuit breaker/isolator panel
Dual direction solenoid pack
Up/down controls
Emergency crank/clutch release handle

Maxwells revolutionary new chainwheel.

Maxwell once again leads the market in innovative thinking with the introduction of their latest Wave Design chainwheel. This patented rope/chain wheel incorporates two unique design concepts that greatly improve the handling and control of the rope/chain spliced rode. The outer ribs of the chainwheel are angled slightly forward ensuring that the rope and the chain are smoothly guided in the wheel during anchor retrieval.

As the rope pulls into the wheel, the opposite facing inner ribs grip the rope in an undulating manner, securing the rope more firmly in a 'wave pattern' action that is far superior to the traditional 'jam cleat' manner of holding the rope compared to all other products on the market. Not only does this Wave Design hold the rope more securely, it is also kinder on the rope resulting in increased longevity of your anchor rode.

Wave Design Chainwheel

Is fitted to all RC Series windlasses, designed for anchor rodes with any marine grade chain, G4, BBB, Proof Coil and Metric.

Chainwheel s unique Wave Design action

User Manual:

Features

RC6:
  • The combined stainless steel and chromed bronze RC6 Series utilises 6mm/7mm (1/4") chain spliced to 12mm (1/2 ) three strand or 8-brait (plait) rope.
  • The RC6 features Maxwell s revolutionary, and patented, new Wave Design chainwheel.
  • Providing most of the features of the larger RC8, the RC6 has been designed with the smaller, trailer boat market in mind.
  • The in-line, vertical gearbox and motor means quick and easy installation by either the boat yard or the DIY aftermarket customer.
  • An inexpensive, high performance and great looking windlass; the RC6 is built for durability and years of trouble free use.
  • The RC6 is a Low Profile unit (no optional capstan drum).
RC8:
  • The all new stainless steel RC8-6 fully automatic rope/chain windlass is designed to effortlessly retrieve and deploy 6mm/7mm (1/4 ) chain spliced to 12mm (1/2 ) three strand or 8-brait (plait) rope.
  • The larger stainless steel RC88 can be used with 8mm (5/16 ) chain spliced to 14mm (9/16 ) three strand or 8-plait rope.
  • The ingeniously designed 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 MAX-grip capstan drum version, with drum made in chromed bronze, 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, new Wave Design chainwheel.
  • The heavy duty stainless steel 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.
RC10:
  • The combined stainless steel and chromed bronze RC10 fully automatic windlass series is designed to effortlessly retrieve and deploy 8mm (5/16 ) and 10mm (3/8 ) short link chain and 14mm and 16mm (5/8 ) three strand or 8-brait (plait) rope.
  • 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.
  • Full disassembly capability of the topworks utilising only the handle provided and an Allen key.
  • The RC10 is manufactured from marine-grade 316 stainless steel and chromed bronze for long term durability. The heavy duty stainless steel pressure arm, coupled with the unique rope/chain gypsy, is designed to effectively grasp the splice between rope and chain, giving the RC10 an unparalleled level of performance.
  • In combination with a heavy duty, large wire diameter, stainless steel pre-loaded spring, the pressure arm pivots on a trouble free bearing, thereby exerting maximum control pressure on the rode and splice.
  • The RC10 works just as effectively with all chain rodes for those who desire a Low Profile, elegantly styled windlass on their foredeck.
  • Huge, through deck hawse pipe throat ensures easy entry of the rope/chain rode into and out of the anchor locker.
  • Cone type clutch/brake mechanism permits manual, Free Fall anchoring.
  • Sealed oil bath and marine-grade hard anodised, alloy gearbox provides maximum output via a precision worm and worm wheel.
RC12:
  • The RC12 fully automatic windlass series is designed to effortlessly retrieve and deploy 10mm (3/8 ) short link chain and 16mm (5/8 ) to 20mm (3/4 ) three strand or 8-Plait rope (RC12-10) and 12mm/13mm (1/2 ) short link chain and 20mm (3/4 ) three strand or 8-Plait rope (RC12-12).
  • With a maximum pull of 1590 kg (3500 lb), and an anchor retrieval rate of 15m/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 capstan drum version, are available.
  • The all new 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 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 new Wave Design chainwheel. Refer to RC6 page 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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model RC6 6mm/7mm - 1/4" RC8 6mm/7mm - 1/4" RC8 8mm - 5/16" RC10 8mm - 5/16" RC10 10mm - 3/8" RC12 10/11mm - 3/8" RC12 12/13mm - 1/2" RC12 HD
Maximum Pull 350kg
770lbs
350kg
770lbs
600kg
1320lbs
700kg
1540lbs
850kg
1870lbs
1134kg
2500lb
1590kg
3500lb
1820kg
4000lb
Static Hold 700kg
1540 lbs
1200kg
2640 lbs
1200kg
2640 lbs
1500kg
3300 lbs
1500kg
3300 lbs
2200kg
4840lbs
2200kg
4840lbs
2200kg
4840lbs
Chain Short Link 6mm/7mm
1/4"
6mm/7mm
1/4"
8mm
5/16"
8mm
5/16"
10mm
3/8"
10mm
3/8"
12mm/13mm
1/2"
10mm/13mm
3/8" 1/2"
Rope Size
(3 strand or 8 plait)
12mm
1/2"
12mm
1/2"
14mm-16mm
9/16"- 5/8"
14mm-16mm
9/16" - 5/8"
16mm
5/8"
16-18mm
5/8-3/4"
20mm
3/4"
18-20mm
3/4"
Chain Speed
(Normal working load)
24m/min
79ft/min
28m/min
92ft/min
32m/min
105ft/min
24m/min
79ft/min
24m/min
79ft/min
24m/min
79ft/min
15m/min
50ft/min
12m/min
39ft/min
Rope Speed
(Normal working load)
21m/min
69ft/min
24m/min
79ft/min
28m/min
92ft/min
20m/min
65ft/min
20m/min
65ft/min
20m/min
65ft/min
13m/min
43ft/min
13m/min
43ft/min
Power Supply (DC) 12V or 24V
12 or 24V
12 or 24V
12 or 24V
12 or 24V
12V or 24V
12V or 24V
24V
Motor Power 500W
600W
1000W
1000W
1200W
1200W
1200W
2000W








Net weight DC Low profile version 8.5kg
18.7lbs
12.5kg
27.5lbs
16.5kg
36.3lbs
19kg
42lbs
20kg
44lbs
32kg
71lbs
32kg
71lbs
40kg
88lbs
Net weight (Hyd - Capstan version




26kg
57lb
26kg
57lbs
31.5kg
69lbs



DIMENSIONS

Model RC6 6mm/7mm - 1/4" RC8 6mm/7mm - 1/4" RC8 8mm - 5/16" RC10 8mm - 5/16" RC10 10mm - 3/8" RC12 10/11mm - 3/8" RC12 12/13mm - 1/2" RC12 HD
A 196mm
7 3/4"
210mm
8 5/16"
210mm
8 5/16"
230mm
9 1/8"
230mm
9 1/8"
293mm
11 5/8"
293mm
11 5/8"
293mm
11 5/8"
B1 80mm
3 1/8"
83mm
3 5/16"
83mm
3 5/16"
89mm
3 1/2"
89mm
3 1/2"
128mm
5 1/8"
128mm
5 1/8"
128mm
5 1/8"
B2 (with Capstan)
146mm
5 3/4"
146mm
5 3/4"
168mm
6 5/8"
168mm
6 5/8"
233mm
9 1/4"
233mm
9 1/4"
233mm
9 1/4"
C 145mm
5 3/4"
156mm
6 3/16"
156mm
6 3/16"
170mm
6 3/4"
170mm
6 3/4"
206mm
8 1/8
206mm
8 1/8"
206mm
8 1/8"
D (Std deck clearance) 209mm
8 1/4"
200mm
7 7/8"
208mm
8 1/4"
251mm
10"
251mm
10"
210mm
8 3/8"t
210mm
8 3/8"
241mm
8 3/8"
D (Extra deck clearance)
300mm
12"
308mm
12 1/8"
301mm
11 7/8"
301mm
11 7/8"
317mm
12 1/2"
317mm
12 1/2"
348mm
13 3/4"
E 65mm
2 1/2"
245mm
9 5/8"
272mm
10 3/4"
272mm
10 3/4"
272mm
10 3/4"
294mm
11 5/8"
294mm
11 5/8"
218mm(hyd)
361mm(dc)
8 5/8"(hyd)
14 1/4"(dc)
F 39mm
1 9/16"
383mm
15"
410mm
16 1/4"
424mm
16 3/4"
424mm
16 3/4"
482mm
19"
482mm
19"
411mm(hyd)
549mm(dc)
16 1/8"(hyd)
21 5/8"(dc)
G (Std deck clearance)
65mm
2 1/2"
65mm
2 1/2"
100mm
4"
100mm
4"
90mm
3 5/8"
90mm
3 5/8"
95mm
3 3/4"
G (Extra deck clearance)
165mm
6 1/2"
165mm
6 1/2"
150mm
6"
150mm
6"
190mm
7 1/2"
190mm
7 1/2"
195mm
7 5/8"
H
40mm
1 5/8"
40mm
1 5/8"
43mm
1 3/4"
43mm
1 3/4"
54mm
2 1/4"
54mm
2 1/4"
54mm
2 1/4"
I
66mm
2 5/8"
66mm
2 5/8"
66mm
2 5/8"
66mm
2 5/8"
106mm
4 1/4"
106mm
4 1/4"
106mm
4 1/4"
J
44mm
1 3/4"
44mm
1 3/4"
44mm
1 3/4"
44mm
1 3/4"
62mm
2 1/2"
62mm
2 1/2"
62mm
2 1/2"

Important: Maxwell windlasses must be used in conjunction with a chain stopper or snubbing device to take the load off the windlass while laying at anchor. The chainstopper and alternative snubbing system should also be used to secure the anchor in the fully riased position while under way.

RC Rope/Chain Series Feature Image

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