{"product_id":"maxwell-hrc-ff-8-horizontal-windlass","title":"Maxwell Windlass Hor Windlass 5\/16 \u0026 9\/16\" Rode To 45' Free Fall","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaxwell Marine HRC FF-8 Horizontal Windlass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe new HRC FF are packed with original and proven features including patented rode management technology developed by Maxwell. Aesthetically pleasing above deck design, encapsulating the motor and drive in a watertight case, saving space below deck and allowing simple routine maintenance. Guaranteed trouble free rode transition from rope to chain, by means of an innovative, proven and patented pressure arm system, within a safe enclosed design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDie cast, marine-grade, alloy case is hard anodized for unsurpassed marine protection. Integrated composite nylon, through deck hawse pipe for ease of installation and smooth, snag-free operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow incorporating Maxwell's automatic free-fall technology. Simply activate the windlass Free Fall lever, operate your down control (helm station or footswitch) and the windlass will freefall your anchor. Ready to lift the anchor? Activate the up control and the free fall device automatically disengages allowing you to power up your anchor. Emergency free fall function in the event of onboard power failure. Activated by the supplied, emergency Free Fall lever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWave Design™ Chainwheel:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe new and revolutionary patented Wave Design™ chainwheel is able to accommodate a wide range of chain pitch differences, within the specified chain size diameters, suitable for use with the HRC10 Series. 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimple bolt down installation ensures effortless and rapid on-deck installation and set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh efficiency spur gearbox incorporating a robust non-backwind mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh speed, jam-free retrieval of rope and chain controlled from a remote panel mounted Up\/Down switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRevolutionary new chainwheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavy duty, dual direction motor incorporating new technology features, including integrated wiring for quick electrical installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaximum Pull 900 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStatic Hold 1540 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChain Short Link 5\/16\" (8mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLine Speed  108 ft\/min\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePower Supply 12V or 24V\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMotor Power 600W\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKit Includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWindlass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual direction solenoid pack\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCircuit breaker \/ isolator panel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp\/down remote control panel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmergency crank \/ clutch release handle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMotor \u0026amp; Gearbox\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is the Maxwell Marine HRC FF-8 Horizontal Windlass designed for? The Maxwell Marine HRC FF-8 Horizontal Windlass is designed for powered deployment and retrieval of rope and chain anchor rode. Its above-deck design houses the motor and drive in a watertight case, while the enclosed pressure arm system is designed to provide smooth rope-to-chain rode transition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat chain size is compatible with the Maxwell Marine HRC FF-8? The Maxwell Marine HRC FF-8 is specified for 5\/16-inch (8mm) short-link chain. Its Wave Design™ chainwheel is designed to accommodate a range of chain pitch differences within the specified chain diameter while helping guide the rope and chain smoothly during anchor retrieval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow does the automatic free-fall feature work on the Maxwell Marine HRC FF-8? To use automatic free-fall, activate the windlass Free Fall lever and operate the down control from the helm station or footswitch. When the up control is activated, the free-fall device automatically disengages so the anchor can be powered up. An emergency free-fall function is also provided for onboard power failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat are the pulling and line-speed specifications of the Maxwell Marine HRC FF-8? The HRC FF-8 has a maximum pull of 900 lb and a static hold of 1,540 lb. Its specified line speed is 108 feet per minute. The windlass uses a 600W motor and can operate with either a 12V or 24V power supply. How is the…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maxwell Windlass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50581813461250,"sku":"MAX-HRCFF812V","price":1859.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/3024\/2562\/files\/Untitled-1__92479.1756127950.webp?v=1791079093","url":"https:\/\/allmarineworld.com\/products\/maxwell-hrc-ff-8-horizontal-windlass","provider":"All Marine World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}