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Ronstan
Ronstan Orbit 20ST Single Speed Self-Tailing Winch with Quick Trim
Ronstan Orbit 20ST Single Speed Self-Tailing Winch with Quick Trim Ronstan’s Orbit Winches™ are the new benchmark in high performance alloy winches. With a combination of fresh design thinking and proven manufacturing expertise, Orbit...
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Ronstan
Ronstan Orbit 30QT 2-Speed Self-Tailing Winch with Quick Trim
Ronstan Orbit 30QT 2-Speed Self-Tailing Winch with Quick Trim Ronstan’s Orbit Winches™ are the new benchmark in high performance alloy winches. With a combination of fresh design thinking and proven manufacturing expertise, Orbit...
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Ronstan
Ronstan Orbit 40QT 2-Speed Self-Tailing Winch with Quick Trim
Ronstan Orbit 40QT 2-Speed Self-Tailing Winch with Quick Trim Ronstan’s Orbit Winches™ are the new benchmark in high performance alloy winches. With a combination of fresh design thinking and proven manufacturing expertise, Orbit...
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BLA
BLA Vertical Capstan and Pot Hauler VC900
BLA Vertical Capstan and Pot Hauler VC900 The BLA Vertical Capstan and Pot Hauler VC900 features a powerful 900W motor and is designed to withstand even the harshest environments with its 316 Stainless Steel head. Easy to install vertically, with the...
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Harken
Harken Winch Service Case
Harken Winch Service Case Includes: 10 pawls 20 springs Pawl oil Winch grease Handle repair kit Stickers Part Number Fits Radial winches Fits Performa winches Fits Classic winches HKN-BK4514 2-speed: 15 - 70.2,...
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Jockey Standard 2 Hole Weld On
Jockey Standard 2 Hole Weld On Heavy Solid base plate. Removable cranking handle. Max. 250mm height extension. Quality zinc finish Part Number Load Capacity Type Clamp Type Overall Length Retracted Overall Length...
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Wheel Bearing Tapered - 25580/20
Wheel Bearing Tapered - 25580/20 Commonly used in larger trailer assemblies for boats, caravans, etc. Japanese made Note: Only 1 cone bearing and cup supplied. Part Number Width Internal Dia. Overall Dia...
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Harken
Harken Snubbair
Harken Snubbair It looks like a winch. It mounts like a winch. It cranks like a winch. It’s not a winch. First designed to solve a deck layout challenge unique to the J/70, the Harken SnubbAir might look like a smaller, more efficient version of...
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Harken
Harken Snubbair Winch Handle Adapter
Harken Snubbair Winch Handle Adapter Use the optional winch handle adapter to crank the SnubbAir like a winch Part Number Weight Use with HKN-1301 51g HKN-1300
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Lewmar
Lewmar V3 Go Windlass - 1000W, 12V
Lewmar V3 Go Windlass - 1000W, 12V The V series of vertical windlasses features an industry leading external deck unit manufactured from precision cast 316 grade stainless steel. The V1, V2 and V3 are supplied with a rope/chain gypsy accepting 8mm or...
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Viper
Viper Marine Wiring Loom For Viper Pro Series II 1500 Drum Winch Tinned Copper
Viper Marine Wiring Loom For Viper Pro Series II 1500 Drum Winch Tinned Copper Bell Marine custom wiring looms are individually handmade and fully tested to suit your boat. Simply fit your Viper winch and accessories into your boat, take 4 measurements,...
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Viper
Viper Combo Anchor Switch & Circuit Breaker Polished S/S Face Plate Only
Viper Combo Anchor Switch & Circuit Breaker Polished S/S Face Plate Only When only the best will do! hand polished to a mirror finish these switch and combo face plates add that touch of class to your dash. Made from the highest grade 316 marine...
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Harken
HARKEN Grey Electronic Winch Switch - Single-Function, Guard Top
Harken® offers grey waterproof switches for electric and hydraulic systems to operate winches, furlers, and windlasses. These simple waterproof switches operate by finger or foot. A safety cover prevents accidental activation. Part...
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Harken
HARKEN Black Electronic Winch Switch - Single-Function, Guard Top
Harken® offers black waterproof switches for electric and hydraulic systems to operate winches, furlers, and windlasses. These simple waterproof switches operate by finger or foot. A safety cover prevents accidental activation. Part...
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Bell Marine
Viper Pro Series 90m of 6mm Double Braid Spliced To 8m of 6mm Short Link Chain
Viper Pro Series 90m of 6mm Double Braid Spliced To 8m of 6mm Short Link Chain (Suits VIP-30072) Part NumberSuits VIP-30032 VIP-30072
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Bell Marine
Viper Deluxe Cast 316 Stainless Steel Hawse Pipe - Round
Viper Deluxe Cast 316 Stainless Steel Hawse Pipe - Round Perfect for cuddy cabs, centre consoles or bow riders with very small anchor wells Use in conjunction with a winch to easily connect rope and chain to the bow roller Constructed with marine...
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Viper Pro Series II 2500W 24V Electric Anchor Winch Bundle Including 100m 8mm Rope Kit
Viper Pro Series II 2500W 24V Electric Anchor Winch Bundle Including 100m 8mm Rope Kit Designed for commercial and large vessel installations, the Pro Series II 1500W series anchor winch is the most powerful in the range. With a generous rope capacity...
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Bell Marine
Viper Pro Series II 2500W 24V Electric Anchor Winch Bundle Including 200m 6mm Rope Kit
Viper Pro Series II 2500W 24V Electric Anchor Winch Bundle Including 200m 6mm Rope Kit Designed for commercial and large vessel installations, the Pro Series II 2500W series anchor winch is the most powerful in the range. With a generous rope capacity...
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Harken
HARKEN Self-Tailing Radial Chrome Winch 2 Speed, 12V, Vertical Electric
HARKEN Self-Tailing Radial Chrome Winch 2 Speed, 12V, Vertical Electric Electric Radial winches let you relax in luxury and trim any size sail with the push of a button. The Radial winch drum’s gripping surface is shaped for each winch size and...
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Harken
HARKEN Self-Tailing Radial Aluminum Winch 2 Speed, 12V, Vertical Electric
HARKEN Self-Tailing Radial Aluminum Winch 2 Speed, 12V, Vertical Electric Electric Radial winches let you relax in luxury and trim any size sail with the push of a button. The Radial winch drum’s gripping surface is shaped for each winch size and...
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Harken
HARKEN Digital System Switch - Black, 1/2 Buttons
Harken Digital System Switches set the standard for the reliable operation of electrically-powered yacht systems. To accomplish this, safeguards have been built into the systems. • The waterproof control button translates electrical information into...
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Ronstan
Ronstan Quick-Lock Winch Handles - Palm Grip
Ronstan Quick-Lock Winch Handles - Palm Grip Features: Auto lock-in latch Large grab-and-release button Single handed insert and release operation Standard and Palm grip models Ball bearing hand grips Lightweight forged construction Corrosion...
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Ronstan
Ronstan Quick-Lock Winch Handles - Single Grip
Ronstan Quick-Lock Winch Handles - Single Grip Features: Auto lock-in latch Large grab-and-release button Single handed insert and release operation Standard and Palm grip models Ball bearing hand grips Lightweight forged construction Corrosion...
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Ronstan
Ronstan Quick-Trim Winch Handle - Single Grip, Locking
Specially designed for the day sailor, these winch handles are ideal for small to medium size yachts. All handles feature an extruded aluminium drive lug for long life, and locking models utilise an aluminium locking plate for durability. The patented...
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Atlantic Winch - No Cable, Fixed Handle
Atlantic Winch - No Cable, Fixed Handle. Compact design. NATA tested. Dacromet finish. NATA tested. Ratchet pawl. Part Number 542720 Hook Type No Hook Pull Capacity 500kg Ratchet Type Pawl...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series Wireless Anchor Winch Remote Control Only
Viper Wireless Anchor Winch Remote Control. Operate your anchor winch by remote control Features: Works with any brand winch that has a solenoid including automotive winches 30m Wireless Range Individual power button to turn on Auto...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series 1000 Gravity Feed Free Fall Bundle with Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox - 5mm x 90m Double Braid Rope
The New Viper GRAVITY FEED S Series Free Fall Winch (patent pending) was developed by Bell Marine after 3 years of R&D and 2 years of field testing. The Viper Gravity Feed has now proven itself to be a serious contender in the...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series 1000 Gravity Feed Free Fall Bundle with Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox - 5mm x 165m HI SPEC Rope
The New Viper GRAVITY FEED S Series Free Fall Winch (patent pending) was developed by Bell Marine after 3 years of R&D and 2 years of field testing. The Viper Gravity Feed has now proven itself to be a serious contender in the...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series 1000 Micro 12 Volt Winch Bundle Including with Marine Gearbox - 6mm x 60m Double Braid Rope (3 boxes)
THE ALL NEW, ALL STAINLESS STEEL “S” SERIES VIPER WINCH IS SHIPPING! “The First 316 Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox on a Drum Anchor Winch in Australia” Don’t be fooled by the...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series 1000 Micro Winch Bundle with Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox - 4mm x 100m Hi-Spec Rope
THE ALL NEW, ALL STAINLESS STEEL “S” SERIES VIPER WINCH IS SHIPPING! “The First 316 Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox on a Drum Anchor Winch in Australia” Don’t be fooled by the...
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Bell Marine
Viper Pro Marine Anchor Winch Wiring Loom to Suit Boats Up To 8m - (MICRO/RAPID 1000)
Bell Marine anchor winch wiring looms are individually hand crafted and fully tested before we ship. Simply order your loom depending on the length of your boat when you order your winch and all you will need is the tools and know how to complete...
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Bell Marine
Viper Pro Marine Anchor Winch Wiring Loom to Suit Boats Up To 6m - (MICRO/RAPID 1000)
Bell Marine anchor winch wiring looms are individually hand crafted and fully tested before we ship. Simply order your loom depending on the length of your boat when you order your winch and all you will need is the tools and know how to complete...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series Rapid 1000 Anchor Winch Bundle with Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox - 75m 3-Strand Rope
THE ALL NEW, ALL STAINLESS STEEL “S” SERIES VIPER SUBMERSIBLE WINCH IS SHIPPING! “The First 316 Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox on a Drum Anchor Winch in Australia” The Viper “S” Series...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series Rapid 1000 Anchor Winch Bundle with Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox - 100m Double Braid Rope
THE ALL NEW, ALL STAINLESS STEEL “S” SERIES VIPER SUBMERSIBLE WINCH IS SHIPPING! “The First 316 Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox on a Drum Anchor Winch in Australia” The Viper “S” Series...
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Bell Marine
Viper S Series Rapid 1000 Anchor Winch Bundle with Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox - 200m Hi-Spec Rope
THE ALL NEW, ALL STAINLESS STEEL “S” SERIES VIPER SUBMERSIBLE WINCH IS SHIPPING! “The First 316 Stainless Steel Marine Gearbox on a Drum Anchor Winch in Australia” The Viper “S” Series...
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Bell Marine
Viper Pro Series II 1500 Electric Anchor Winch Bundle Including 100m 8mm Rope Kit
The VIPER Pro Series II 1500W anchor winch is the most powerful in our range and is designed for larger vessel installations of 8 meters plus.The 1500 has a huge rope capacity of up to 200 meters of 6mm double braid rope, spliced to 10 meters...
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Bell Marine
Viper Pro Series II 1500 Electric Anchor Winch Bundle Including 200m 6mm Rope Kit - Included in 3 Cartons
The VIPER Pro Series II 1500W anchor winch is the most powerful in our range and is designed for larger vessel installations of 8 meters plus.The 1500 has a huge rope capacity of up to 200 meters of 6mm double braid rope, spliced to 10 meters...
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Bell Marine
Viper Pro Series Led Anchor Switch & Stainless Steel Face Plate
Viper Pro Series Led Anchor Switch & S/S Face Plate This illuminated red LED anchor rocker switch includes our own hand polished stainless steel face plate and is labelled up/down. Includes anchor symbol LED indicator, flush mount including...
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Bell Marine
Viper Corrugated Split Tubing - Per Metre
The UV & chemical resistant flexible split polypropylene conduit tubing is ideal for marine applications. Operating temperature is between -20C to 90C and is available in 13mm and 25mm diameter NOTE: Sold by the Metre Part...
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Lewmar 46ST 12V Ocean Conversion Kit
PLEASE CALL 02 9450 2912 TO CONFIRM AVAILABILITY PRIOR TO ORDERING Lewmar 12 Volt Ocean Electric Winch Conversion Kit. With a retro upgrade kit you can convert your Lewmar OCEAN sheet winch into an electric winch to enable complete hands free...
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Sierra Marine
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude - Replaces - 395460, 307573
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude. Replaces - 395460, 307573 HPYear 3 1954-68 5.5 1954-68 7...
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Sierra Marine
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude - Replaces - 318944
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude. Replaces - 318944 HPYear 15 1974-78 Part Number SRA-S18-6503
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Sierra Marine
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude - Replaces - 326877
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude. Replaces - 326877 HPYear 4 1981-92 Part Number SRA-S18-6509
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Sierra Marine
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude - Replaces - 312932
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude. Replaces - 312932 HPYear 2 1969-80 4 1969-92 4 1969-80 4.5 1980-90 Part Number SRA-S18-6511
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Sierra Marine
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude - Replaces - 323653, 338534
Sierra Rewind Spring - Johnson/Evinrude. Replaces - 323653, 338534 Note - this is a special order item. Please allow 8 weeks for delivery. HPYear 9.9 1980-92 10 1980-2 12 1980-92 15 1979-92 Part...
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Sierra Marine
Sierra Starter Pawl - Johnson/Evinrude - Replaces - 330525
Sierra Starter Pawl - Johnson/Evinrude. Replaces - 330525 SPECIAL ORDER ITEM: current lead time for delivery is to 8-10 weeks from order date...
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Sierra Marine
Sierra Starter Pawl - Johnson/Evinrude - Replaces - 203698
Sierra Starter Pawl - Johnson/Evinrude. Replaces - 203698 Package of 3 HPYear 2 1971-88 Jr/Colt 1990 3 1957-67 4 1978-90 5.5 1957-64 7...
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BLA
BLA Drum Winch Hawse Pipe
Ideal for internally mounted BLA Drum Winches, the Hawse pipe acts as a through deck entry/exit for the anchor rode. Part Number BLA-153238
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BLA
BLA Drum Winch - 4500 Model
All BLA Drum Winches feature a sealed motor and gearbox with a 316 grade stainless steel drum and body to protect from water ingress and corrosion and comes complete with double braid rope, chain and switchgear for hassle free anchoring. 4500 Series...
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BLA
BLA Drum Winch - 5500 Model
All BLA Drum Winches feature a sealed motor and gearbox with a 316 grade stainless steel drum and body to protect from water ingress and corrosion and comes complete with double braid rope, chain and switchgear for hassle free anchoring. 5500 Series...
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BLA
BLA Drum Winch - 7000 Model
All BLA Drum Winches feature a sealed motor and gearbox with a 316 grade stainless steel drum and body to protect from water ingress and corrosion and comes complete with double braid rope, chain and switchgear for hassle free anchoring. 7000 Series...
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Winches & Accessories
A sailboat winch is a mechanical device that is used to pull in (wind up) or let out (wind out) or otherwise adjust the tension of a rope or wire rope (also called "cable" or "wire cable"). They are used on sailboats to control the sails and rigging.
Winches come in a variety of sizes and types, but they all have the same basic components:
- A drum: This is the spool that the rope or wire rope is wound around.
- A pawl: This is a small, tooth-like device that engages with the teeth on the drum to prevent the rope or wire rope from unwinding.
- A ratchet: This is a mechanism that allows the winch to be turned in one direction only.
- A handle: This is used to turn the winch.
There are four main types of sailboat winches:
- Snubbing winches: These are simple winches that do not have a self-tailing mechanism. They are used to control lines that do not need to be adjusted frequently, such as the anchor line.
- Plain-top winches: These winches have a self-tailing mechanism, but they do not have a ratchet. They are used for lines that need to be adjusted frequently, such as the jib sheets.
- Self-tailing winches: These winches have a self-tailing mechanism and a ratchet. They are the most common type of winch on sailboats.
- Electric winches: These winches are powered by an electric motor. They are used on large sailboats and racing sailboats.
Winches are an essential part of sailing. They allow sailors to control the sails and rigging with ease, even when the wind is strong.
Here are some additional details about the different types of sailboat winches:
- Snubbing winches: Snubbing winches are the simplest type of winch. They do not have a self-tailing mechanism, so the sailor must manually tail the line after each turn of the winch. This can be time-consuming and difficult, especially when the wind is strong.
- Plain-top winches: Plain-top winches have a self-tailing mechanism, which means that the line automatically tails itself after each turn of the winch. This makes them much easier to use than snubbing winches, and they are the most common type of winch on sailboats.
- Self-tailing winches: Self-tailing winches have a self-tailing mechanism and a ratchet. This makes them the most versatile type of winch, as they can be used for both light and heavy lines.
- Electric winches: Electric winches are powered by an electric motor, which allows them to be used to control even the heaviest lines. They are used on large sailboats and racing sailboats.
When choosing a winch for your sailboat, it is important to consider the size of your boat, the type of sailing you do, and your budget. Snubbing winches are a good option for small boats and dinghies, while plain-top winches are a good option for larger boats that are used for cruising. Self-tailing winches are a good option for all types of boats, and electric winches are a good option for large boats and racing sailboats.