VC3500
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Muir VC3500 Capstans Windlass | Vessels 16-27m (51 – 86ft).
This Muir VC3500 capstan designed to suit vessels 16-27m (51 – 86ft) the Muir range of capstans provide reliable and heavy duty operation for mooring, warping and anchoring for all recreational and commercial applications. Efficient and quick they can be installed independently or as a complete system with windlasses. Manufactured to the highest quality standard, featuring heavy chrome and gear drive assembly. Accommodating varying deck thicknesses, they are popular for line hauling and fishing purposes. Available in 12 & 24 volt, Hydraulic & AC options.
Features
- Deck hugging snag free design
- Luxury chrome finish over marine grade bronze or 316 Stainless steel on some models
- Knurled or Fluted Capstan Drum
- Heavy duty dual direction motor in 12 & 24V, AC & Hydraulic
- Stainless steel shaft
- Stainless steel mounting bolts
- Installation/Operation booklet
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Included in the package
Circuit Breaker & Mounting Pannel
Deck Switch
Installation/Operation booklet
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 16-27m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 51 - 86ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A/100A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1700Watts |
| Amps Workload | 185A/90A (12/24V) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 11MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 28L/min |
| Max Load | 1530Kg |
| Workload | 510Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 16m/min |
| Compatible Rope Sizes | 14 mm (9/16″) – 25 mm (1″) |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 27Kg |
| Net Weight Hydraulic | 19Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
Some of our Capstan installs
Reviews
Muir windlasses offer the ultimate in anchoring performance, reliability and style.
- Rodney Jackman
Stainless Steel Fabrication Works
“John’s pursuit of perfection was clearly evident to me even in these early days”
- 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)
- Andrew Perkins
Working for Muir has improved our quality
“Working for Muir has improved our quality… Muir is always after ever-better quality”
