DW 08
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Muir DW 08 Drum Winch | Compact Anchoring 5–8m Boats.
Muir DW 08 drum winch for vessels 5–8m (16 – 26ft). 800W 12V/24V DC, 180kg max load, 316 stainless drum. Auto Anchor compatible. Ideal for boats with no anchor locker.
Features
- Marine grade 316 stainless steel drum
- Heavy duty, marine grade, dual-direction motor
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
- Compact Anchoring system to suit boats with no anchor rode storage
- Simple installation
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Included in the package
Circuit Breaker & Mounting Pannel
Rocker Switch
Reversing Solenoid kit
Installation/Operation booklet
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 5-8m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 16 - 26ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 100A/80A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 800Watts |
| Amps Workload | 80A (12V) |
| Distance From Battery to Motor (m) | < 8 (26’)m, 13 – 18 (42’ – 60’)m, 9 – 12 (29’ – 39’)m |
| Cable Size (mm²) | 125mm², 54mm², 85mm² |
| Cable Size AWG | 1/0, 3/0, 4.7/0 |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 10.4 (25/64”)mm, 12.7 (1/2”)mm, 8.25 (21/64”)mm |
| Solenoid Included | Yes |
| Max Load | 180Kg |
| Workload | 60Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 33m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 15Kg |
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Muir DW 08 Drum Winch | Compact Anchoring 5–8m Boats.
Muir DW 08 drum winch for vessels 5–8m (16 – 26ft). 800W 12V/24V DC, 180kg max load, 316 stainless drum. Auto Anchor compatible. Ideal for boats with no anchor locker.
Features
- Marine grade 316 stainless steel drum
- Heavy duty, marine grade, dual-direction motor
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
- Compact Anchoring system to suit boats with no anchor rode storage
- Simple installation
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Package Inclusions
Included in the package
Circuit Breaker & Mounting Pannel
Rocker Switch
Reversing Solenoid kit
Installation/Operation booklet
Technical Specifications
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 5-8m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 16 - 26ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 100A/80A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 800Watts |
| Amps Workload | 80A (12V) |
| Max Load | 180Kg |
| Workload | 60Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 33m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 15Kg |
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