Maxwell RC8812V Vertical Windlass - 1320 lb Pull, 5/16 Inch Chain to 5/8 Inch Rope, 12V/24V/48V

The Maxwell RC8812V is a fully automatic vertical rope/chain windlass built from stainless steel for retrieving and deploying 5/16 inch (8mm) short-link chain spliced to 9/16 inch to 5/8 inch (14-16mm) three strand or 8-plait rope. It is designed for boats typically up to 40-45 feet and delivers a maximum pull of 1320 lbs with a static hold of 2640 lbs, making it suited to larger anchor rodes than Maxwell's smaller RC8 variants.

At the heart of the RC8812V is Maxwell's patented Wave Design chainwheel, which accommodates a range of chain pitch differences within the specified chain size and smoothly guides rope and chain through the gypsy during retrieval. A heavy duty stainless steel pressure arm, backed by a large-wire-diameter preloaded spring, grips the rope/chain splice under constant control pressure. The windlass uses a simple two piece installation that allows retrofitting through virtually any deck thickness without disassembling the unit, and a self-aligning gearbox lets the motor be positioned to suit the installation. The sealed oil bath, marine-grade hard anodized alloy gearbox drives a precision worm and worm wheel for consistent output.

The topworks can be fully disassembled using only the handle provided and an Allen key, and the included emergency crank/clutch release handle provides manual override and free-fall anchoring. A huge through-deck hawse pipe throat keeps the rope/chain rode moving freely into and out of the anchor locker. The RC8812V runs on 12V, 24V, or 48V DC power with a 1000W motor, and the kit includes everything needed to control it from the helm.

Specifications

• Brand: Maxwell
• Manufacturer Part Number: RC8812V
• UPC: 9414761098731
• Maximum Pull: 1320 lbs
• Static Hold: 2640 lbs
• Working Load: 440 lbs
• Max Load: 1320 lbs
• Chain Compatibility: 5/16 inch short-link chain (8mm)
• Rope Compatibility: 9/16 inch to 5/8 inch (14-16mm) three strand or 8-plait rope
• Chain Speed: 92 feet per minute
• Rope Speed: 105 feet per minute
• Power Supply: 12V, 24V, or 48V DC
• Motor Power: 1000W
• Amperage Draw: 100 A (typical)
• Gypsy Size: 5/16 inch chain gypsy
• Material: Stainless steel and chromed bronze deck unit
• Recommended Boat Length: Typical boats to 40-45 feet
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty
• Manual Override: Yes, via emergency crank/clutch release handle
• Control Options: Helm switch; optional foot switches/remote
• Weight: 40.6 pounds
• Item Dimensions: 20 x 18 x 11 inches
• Kit Includes: RC8 windlass, dual direction solenoid pack, circuit breaker/isolator panel, up/down remote control panel, emergency crank/clutch release handle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum pulling power of the Maxwell RC8812V? The RC8812V has a maximum pull of 1320 lbs and a static hold of 2640 lbs, with a working load of 440 lbs.

What size chain and rope does the RC8812V use? It handles 5/16 inch (8mm) short-link chain spliced to 9/16 inch to 5/8 inch (14-16mm) three strand or 8-plait rope.

What boat sizes is the RC8812V designed for? The RC8812V is built for boats typically up to 40-45 feet.

What voltage does the RC8812V windlass run on? It can be powered by 12V, 24V, or 48V DC and uses a 1000W motor.

How fast does the RC8812V retrieve chain and rope? Chain speed is 92 feet per minute and rope speed is 105 feet per minute on the RC8812V.

What is included in the RC8812V windlass kit? The RC8812V kit includes the windlass, a dual direction solenoid pack, a circuit breaker/isolator panel, an up/down remote control panel, and an emergency crank/clutch release handle.

Does the RC8812V have a manual override for anchoring? Yes, the RC8812V includes an emergency crank/clutch release handle that provides manual override and free-fall anchoring.

What is the RC8812V made of? The RC8812V deck unit is stainless steel and chromed bronze construction.

How much does the RC8812V weigh? The RC8812V weighs 40.6 pounds.

Can the RC8812V be installed without full disassembly? Yes, the two piece installation of the RC8812V allows retrofitting through virtually any deck thickness without disassembling the windlass, and the topworks can be fully disassembled later using only the supplied handle and an Allen key.

How is the RC8812V different from the smaller Maxwell RC8612V? The RC8812V has a 1320 lb maximum pull for boats to about 40-45 feet, compared to the RC8612V's 770 lb maximum pull for boats up to about 32 feet.

What chainwheel technology does the RC8812V use? The RC8812V uses Maxwell's patented Wave Design chainwheel, which accommodates a range of chain pitch differences and smoothly guides rope and chain during retrieval.