Gypsy winch, also know as windlass, is a safe and efficient machine designed with interchangeable chain wheels. It is generally installed on deck of boat for anchoring operations. This equipment is also suitable for lifting and pulling applications. In terms of motive power, the winch machine is available in electric, hydraulic and diesel system, among which the hydraulic driven winch is generally designed for a range of applications. In additions, these winches can be configured with single or double gypsy wheels.
Gypsy Winch Uses
The gypsy anchor winch or windlass is mainly used to let-out and heave-up anchor and anchor chains, thus it is generally installed on the main deck of the ship. This equipment comes in standard manual clutch to control the gypsy wheel rotation. It can also be designed with warping head for auxiliary purposes.
At present, the winch for gypsy is mainly powered by electric and hydraulic system:
- The electric powered winch is usually suitable for small to medium-sized vessels, and the anchor chain diameter is in a range of 16 to 93mm.
- While the hydraulic power winch, also known as electro-hydraulic windlass, is ideal for medium to large-sized ships since it delivers stable operation and durable performance. The windlass gypsy diameter ranges from 16 to 120mm. Besides, this type of winch requires higher manufacturing technology and more maintenance care.
Technical Specifications
Electric gypsy winch for sale parameters:
- Dia of anchor chain: ø12mm – ø128mm
- Load capacity: 1- 100ton
- No. of gypsy: single or double
- Speed: 9-11 m/min
- Certificate: BV, ABS, DNV, RMRS, etc
Hydraulic gypsy winch parameters:
- Dia of anchor chain: ø12mm – ø128mm
- No. of gypsy: single or double
- Speed: 9-11 m/min
- Power mode: hydraulic
- Certificate: BV, ABS, DNV, RMRS, etc