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Sturdy capstan for retrieving anchors, assisting with sails, or pulling pots
Offers maximum pull of 1,000 pounds and retrieval speed of 40 fpm
Easy-to-operate foot switch; helps spare your back and speed up process
All-aluminum housing and stainless-steel hardware for long-term durability
Requires 12-volt power source; weighs 23 pounds; 2-year warranty
Amazon.com Capstans offer a mechanical advantage over the hand-over-hand method of retrieving lines. Not only does a capstan do the heavy lifting and require only a small amount of manual effort from the user, but it's also much faster and safer than hand-over-hand pulling. The Powerwinch Capstan 1000, for instance, offers a maximum pull of 1,000 pounds and a retrieval speed of 40 feet per minute. As a result, the Capstan 1000 is ideally suited to a variety of uses, from retrieving anchors to assisting with sails to pulling crab, lobster, or prawn pots from the sea floor. The Capstan 1000--Powerwinch's largest capstan model--works via an easy-to-operate foot switch (included) that connects to your boat battery. Just press the foot lever and the capstan starts pulling, helping spare your back, speed up the retrieval process, and make your boating experience more pleasurable. The maximum speed of the Capstan 1000 depends on the rotational speed of the drum. To adjust the retrieval speed, simply decrease the tension on the retrieved line, which in turn helps you maintain control over a very heavy load with little effort. Boaters will also love the all-aluminum housing, durable polyester paint finish, and stainless-steel shafts, fasteners, and hardware, which stand up to nasty weather and heavy use. In fact, capstans are made with only a few mechanical parts, which not only make them easier to use, but also less prone to problems. Other features include a deck-mounted design that saves space for a rope locker; support for unlimited rope lengths; and heat-treated, oil-impregnated one-piece gears. Specifications Power source: 12 volts Max pull: 1,000 pounds Retrieval speed: Up to 40 feet per minute Thermal resetting circuit breaker: 80 amp Line size: Up to 5/8 inches Minimum suggested wire size: 6 gauge (50-foot run) Rope type: 3-strand nylon Wiring and installation kit (sold separately): P55600 Weight: 23 pounds Warranty: 2 years About Powerwinch Powerwinch is a respected leader in the marine industry, with a 50-year history of quality and innovation. Recently adopted as a division of Carefree of Colorado, Powerwinch manufactures and markets a variety of products that make boating more carefree. Carefree of Colorado is also a leading manufacturer of comfort and convenience products for the recreation industry, with valuable experience and resources it can lend to the Powerwinch business. With this natural union in place, Powerwinch is dedicated to the growth of the business through continuous product improvement and innovation. Powerwinch's corporate operations are located at Carefree's headquarters in Broomfield, Colorado. Product Description Powerwinch Capstan 1000