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Muir DFF 12 Freefall Drum Winch | Patented Auto Freefall
Muir DFF 12 freefall drum winch design for vessels 10–12m (34 – 40ft). 1500W 12V/24V/48V DC, 312kg max load, patented Auto/Manual Freefall with drum brake. 316 stainless drum.
Features
- Muir’s patented Auto Freefall or Manual Release Freefall is available in one unit!
- Mechanical Auto & Manual Release Freefall means no troublesome electronics must be mounted on the Drum or your chain locker
- Drum Shaft on a serviceable bearing centre for smooth, hassle-free operation even under full load.
- Muir’s drum brake means no over-run during Freefall
- Fast, easy and reliable anchoring with a Muir Drum Winch
- Large capacity drum
- Compact Anchoring system to suit boats with no anchor rode storage
- 316 stainless steel drum
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Included in the package
Circuit Breaker & Mounting Panel
Rocker Switch
Reversing Solenoid kit
Installation/Operation booklet
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 10-12m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 34 - 40ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A/100A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1500Watts |
| Amps Workload | 150A/70A (12/24V) |
| Distance From Battery to Motor (m) | 7 (23’)m, 9 – 17 (30’ – 55’)m |
| Cable Size (mm²) | 186mm², 85mm² |
| Cable Size AWG | 3/0, 6.2/0 |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 10.4 (25/64”)mm, 15.0 (19/32”)mm |
| Solenoid Included | Yes |
| Max Load | 312Kg |
| Workload | 104Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 33m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 32Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
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Muir DFF 12 Freefall Drum Winch | Patented Auto Freefall
Muir DFF 12 freefall drum winch design for vessels 10–12m (34 – 40ft). 1500W 12V/24V/48V DC, 312kg max load, patented Auto/Manual Freefall with drum brake. 316 stainless drum.
Features
- Muir’s patented Auto Freefall or Manual Release Freefall is available in one unit!
- Mechanical Auto & Manual Release Freefall means no troublesome electronics must be mounted on the Drum or your chain locker
- Drum Shaft on a serviceable bearing centre for smooth, hassle-free operation even under full load.
- Muir’s drum brake means no over-run during Freefall
- Fast, easy and reliable anchoring with a Muir Drum Winch
- Large capacity drum
- Compact Anchoring system to suit boats with no anchor rode storage
- 316 stainless steel drum
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Package Inclusions
Included in the package
Circuit Breaker & Mounting Panel
Rocker Switch
Reversing Solenoid kit
Installation/Operation booklet
Technical Specifications
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 10-12m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 34 - 40ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A/100A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1500Watts |
| Amps Workload | 150A/70A (12/24V) |
| Max Load | 312Kg |
| Workload | 104Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 33m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 32Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
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