AA730 Wired Remote Control and Counter
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AUTOANCHOR AA730 REMOTE CONTROL WITH LCD AND CHAIN COUNTER
This Muir AA730 Tough Waterproof Control for Marine Equipment: Windlasses Anchor wash, Thrusters Davits, Lights Passerelles.
Features:
- 4 metres spiral cable
- Electrical protection against back-emf
- Rubber over-moulding for shock protection and grip
- Stowage cradle
- Operation in parallel with all AutoAnchor products
eg toggle switches, foot switches or other control equipment - Connect to DC, AC and Hydraulic systems
- Rugged cable and connectors with:
- Moulded plug and socket rated to IP67
- 2m flying-lead from socket for better connectivity
- Gold plated contacts on plug and socket to reduce corrosion
- Socket sealing cap
PLUS Windlass and Drum Winch Control with Chain Counter:
- Preset the length of rode to deploy
- Counts rope/chain or all-chain rode
- Choice of feet, metres or fathoms measurement
- Logs windlass operating hours for maintenance
- Easy calibration
- Electronic diagnostics for troubleshooting installation
- Auto stop and docking alarm when the anchor is close to docking
- Able to control a two speed windlass
Technical Specifications:
| Power Supply | 12V or 24V DC(RMS) |
| Current Consumption | 50mA |
| Output Maximum Current Draw | 12V DC: 3.5A; 24V DC: 3.5A |
| Output Minimum Current Draw | 12V DC: 10mA; 24V DC: 20mA When connecting to a solid state switching or other low current windlass drive, a PLC or AC variable frequency drive, a dummy resistor load (Part #9515) may be required. |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Operating Temperature Range | 23oF to 140oF (-5oC to 60oC) |
| Outputs | 6 |
| Rode – Chain Only | Stainless or galvanised steel |
| Rode – Rope and Chain | Must have a minimum of 10ft (3m) of chain. Chain must be galvanised steel. Rope should be a good quality nylon anchor rope. Type 66 or equivalent. |
| EMC Protection/CE | EN60945 |
For DC windlasses a dual direction solenoid is required.
Package Inclusions
AA730 Kit Includes:
- 1 Handheld Console Unit with a Cradle
- 1 Base Station
- Deck Socket with 2m Lead
- Socket Sealing Cap
- 1 sensor with 2m cable
- 2 Magnets
- Screws for the Cradle & Socket
- Installation & Operation Instructions
Reviews
Muir windlasses offer the ultimate in anchoring performance, reliability and style.
- Jock Muir,
Make sure the winch you design
“Until I retire Ill still be unofficially selling Muir winches because it’s the best production the world. I recommend it because it’s my reputation riding on everything I build. You have to be able to put your hand on your heart… when you recommend a product. I have history with Muir now, I don’t check any of their specs or equipment… I just trust them 100%”
- Paul Goss,
Our Muir capstans and windlasses have served us well over the years
“Our Muir capstans and windlasses have served us well over the years, and will continue to do so for a long time to come. Give me plenty of good chain and the right gear to handle it, every time” (in reference to a stormy night at sea)
- Rodney Jackman
Stainless Steel Fabrication Works
“John’s pursuit of perfection was clearly evident to me even in these early days”









