Lewmar windlasses are marine anchoring systems designed for smooth and reliable anchor deployment and retrieval on sailboats and powerboats. Available in horizontal and vertical configurations, they support a wide range of mooring applications with durable mechanical construction, low-profile designs, and gypsy mechanisms for rope and chain handling. Compatible accessories such as switches and wireless remotes improve control, convenience, and long-term operational reliability.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66000101 gypsy is a durable and precisely engineered component designed for RC windlasses, compatible with 8mm and 5/16" BBB chains, offering reliable chain grip and retrieval.
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$ 369.47
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66000106 PS Compound Gear Kit is specifically designed for Generation 1 Pro Series windlasses, ensuring smooth and reliable operation. This kit optimizes the performance of the windlass system, enhancing its overall efficiency and lifespan.
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$ 481.45
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66000639 Plug & Play Sensor & Magnet Kit (9075) is a genuine replacement kit designed for Lewmar AA series chain counters. Supplied with both the sensor and magnet, it enables accurate detection of anchor rode movement for precise chain length monitoring. The plug-and-play design allows quick installation while maintaining reliable operation of compatible Lewmar chain counter systems.
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$ 101.02
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830011 AA710 Wireless Remote Control with Chain Counter offers full windlass control and real-time rode length display. It supports bow and helm operation, has integrated thruster control, safety locks, wireless security, and comes with the remote, base station, sensor, magnet, terminators, and manuals.
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$ 3,016.32
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830014 AA150 Chain Counter Kit is a universal anchor rode monitoring system designed for use with electric, hydraulic, and AC windlasses. Displaying the deployed length of rope/chain or all-chain rode in metres or feet, it improves anchoring accuracy and safety with an adjustable docking alarm, illuminated display, and plug-and-play installation. Supplied as a complete kit with console, sensor, magnet, and mounting hardware, the AA150 can also be networked with additional Lewmar chain counters for multi-station operation.
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$ 742.54
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830015 AutoAnchor AA560 is an advanced electronic chain counter and windlass control system designed for use with virtually any DC, AC, or hydraulic windlass. In addition to displaying deployed anchor rode length, the AA560 provides one-touch automatic deployment and retrieval, programmable stopping points, docking alarms, maintenance hour logging, and built-in diagnostics. Supplied as a complete installation kit, it supports both rope/chain combination and all-chain rodes and can be integrated into multi-station anchoring systems.
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$ 1,624.20
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830021 AA Sensor Cable 6.5m is a male-to-male connector cable designed for AA series chain counters, providing reliable sensor data transmission.
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$ 116.05
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830023 AA Sensor Cable 20m connects Lewmar AA series chain counters over longer distances with male-to-male connectors, ensuring consistent sensor data transfer.
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$ 190.22
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830025 AA Dual Installation Cable 2m is designed for dual installations of AA series chain counters, offering secure and effective data communication between devices.
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$ 92.80
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830026 AA Dual Installation T-Connector (9506) is a genuine accessory designed for Lewmar AutoAnchor AA series chain counters. It enables the connection of two compatible chain counter displays within a single anchoring system, providing a simple and reliable solution for dual-station installations on vessels with multiple control locations.
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$ 102.04
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830027 AA150 Plug & Play Chain Counter Extension Cable is a 10-meter male-to-male cable designed to connect AA series chain counters, enabling flexible multi-unit installations.
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$ 134.50
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830028 AA150 Plug & Play Chain Counter Extension Cable is a 25-meter male-to-male cable for connecting AA series chain counters, ensuring reliable communication over longer distances.
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$ 227.46
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 66830032 AA Sensor Cable (Gen Change) is a cable compatible with Lewmar AA series chain counters, supporting sensor communication within the system, though specific article numbers are not provided.
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$ 92.80
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 68000239 Circuit Breaker is a genuine 120A marine circuit breaker designed to protect Lewmar electric windlasses and winches operating in high-current applications. It safeguards electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits while also serving as a manual power isolation switch for maintenance, ensuring safe and reliable operation in demanding marine environments.
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$ 227.46
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 68000348 Circuit Breaker is a genuine 50A marine circuit breaker designed to protect Lewmar electric windlasses and winches against overloads and short circuits. It provides dependable circuit protection while also functioning as a convenient power isolation switch during maintenance, helping ensure safe and reliable operation of onboard electrical systems.
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$ 268.87
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 68000349 is a 12V, 90A circuit breaker that ensures safe electrical operation for Lewmar electric winches and windlasses by controlling power flow and preventing faults.
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$ 268.87
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 68000350 Circuit Breaker is a genuine 110A marine circuit breaker designed to protect Lewmar electric windlasses and winches from overloads and short circuits. It provides reliable electrical protection while allowing safe isolation of the power supply during maintenance or emergency situations, helping to extend the service life of the anchoring or winching system.
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$ 268.87
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 68000351 is a 150A circuit breaker designed for Lewmar electric winches and windlasses, providing critical system protection under high electrical loads.
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$ 268.87
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 68000356 Gypsy 8mm DIN766 is built to fit windlass systems requiring 8mm chain, offering high-quality replacement performance. It adheres to DIN766 standards, ensuring durability and compatibility with 8mm DIN766 and ISO4565 chains. This product is a reliable option for those needing a 8mm chain gypsy.
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$ 726.51
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lewmar 68000357 Gypsy 10mm DIN766 is designed for windlass systems using 10mm chain. Built to meet DIN766 standards, this gypsy offers consistent performance and reliability, ensuring compatibility with 10mm DIN766 chains for a wide range of marine applications.
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$ 726.51
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How does a Lewmar horizontal windlass differ from a vertical windlass in marine anchoring applications?
Horizontal windlasses are typically mounted above deck for easier access and simpler maintenance, while vertical windlasses place more of the drive mechanism below deck, providing a sleek, low-profile appearance and maximizing available deck space. Both configurations use a windlass gypsy to handle rope and chain efficiently, and the best fit depends on the boat's layout, anchoring arrangement, and available installation space.
Modern anchor windlasses are designed for reliable performance, long-term durability, and convenient operation with deck switches or remote controls, making them suitable for a wide range of marine anchoring applications.
What role does the windlass motor play in electric anchor windlasses during chain deployment and retrieval?
The windlass motor provides the power needed to deploy and retrieve the anchor chain smoothly, ensuring controlled anchor handling with minimal manual effort. Working together with the windlass drive mechanism, it delivers consistent performance for both horizontal and vertical anchor windlasses, supporting reliable operation, long service life, and dependable mooring in a wide range of marine conditions.
The right motor configuration depends on the vessel's anchoring requirements, making overall system quality and proper product selection important for efficient anchor handling.
How do rope-and-chain handling mechanisms and the windlass gypsy improve anchoring efficiency on a boat?
Rope-and-chain handling mechanisms work together with the windlass gypsy to maintain secure engagement with the rode, providing smooth anchor deployment and controlled retrieval while reducing slippage and wear. This improves anchoring efficiency, minimizes operator effort, and supports reliable mooring in a wide range of marine conditions.
A well-designed windlass also helps distribute loads evenly, contributing to long service life and dependable performance during repeated anchoring operations.