ANDERSEN 46 ST FS - 2-Speed Self-Tailing Manual Winch - Full Stainless Steel
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p strong 40 ST FS - 2-Speed Self-Tailing Manual Winch - Full Stainless Steel strong p p If you take pride in having your yacht look its best ANDERSENs Full Stainless Self-Tailing Winch creates the dock-stopping appeal you desire It combines all the convenience and power of nbsp ANDERSENs self-tailing winch nbsp with a stunning all stainless steel look p p From top to bottom the drive shaft stripper arm self-tailing jaws drum and upper amp lower trim rings are manufactured in highest quality and beautifully polished grade 316 stainless steel The dramatic result is a highly reflective winch that becomes a highlight of the boat and a true reflection of your yachting pride We like to say ldquo Full Stainless ndash Beyond Good Looks rdquo p p As with all ANDERSEN Winches trade our Full Stainless Self-Tailing winch features the exclusive stainless steel Power Rib trade drum for maximum power and extended line life This model also uses our exclusive self-tailing device that automatically accommodates a wide range of different line sizes p p strong Materials strong p p Andersen winch drums are produced from grade 316L stainless steel cold formed in stages during manufacture to further increase strength and hardness as it takes its final form The resulting construction is lightweight yet stiff and unyielding nbsp p p Drive shafts are in grade 329 duplex stainless steel Pawls are cut from a cold pressed profile in grade 316 stainless steel and are virtually unbreakable nbsp p p The upper center stems are manufactured from aluminum bronze for ultimate durability The combination of materials and design contribute to a lightweight rigid final assembly that enhances the mechanical efficiency of the winch Andersen winces are of similar weight to winches with aluminum drums but are far more durable nbsp p p strong Power Rib trade strong p p ANDERSEN Winches copy feature the Power Rib trade Unlike other winches with abrasive drum surfaces ANDERSEN winch drums have vertical ribs running up the surface This combined with the smooth polished stainless steel gives a maximum grip and minimum wear on ropes reducing the replacements costs of sheets and halyards Whats more the Power Rib principle simply makes sailing more pleasurable Fewer turns on the winch make tacking easier Sheets can be gently eased out without harsh snatching and the risks of overrides and jammed sheets are significantly reduced The grip provided by the ribs will remain the same year after year unlike many other winches with an abrasive or sandpaper-like surface Such surfaces have a tendency to wear down both ropes and themselves p p strong Power Ratio strong p p Power Ratio is the mechanical advantage of the winch and is calculated as follows p p u length of handle x gear ratio u p p nbsp nbsp nbsp nbsp radius of drum p p The pull of the winch is based on the Power Ratio and not just on the physical size of the winch or the diameter of the drum The Power Ratio is used to determine the load the winch may handle as follows pull of handle kg x Power Ratio pull of winch kg p p This means that by applying a load of 10kg using a 10 standard handle on a Power Ratio 40 1 winch the winch can pull 400kg assuming that the winch is 100 efficient This is not possible in practice as the efficiency is reduced by internal mechanical friction losses p p strong Features strong p p Anderson winch drums incorporate the distinctive Power Rib which ensures a controlled grip on the line at all times whether trimming or easing The highly polished stainless steel surface minimizes vertical friction and allows the loaded rope turns to slide easily upward as the drum rotates without the shuddering and excessive rope wear seen on winches that rely on a rough surface finish for grip nbsp p p Stainless steel roller bearings and ball bearings carry the highest drum loads to the center stem of the winch minimizing efficiency losses due to friction nbsp p p The self tailing arm can be rotated through 360 degrees for optimum positioning 40ST and larger Stainless steel self-tailing jaws adjust automatically to suit various rope sizes nbsp p p Andersen winches are designed for simple straightforward installation and maintenance Servicing is only required every two years or so under normal use nbsp p p strong Specifications strong p p strong Drum Oslash strong 75mm 3-1 2 p p strong Base Oslash strong 152mm 7-1 16 p p strong Height strong 174mm 8-1 4 p p strong Line Entry strong 71mm 3-9 16 p p strong Line Size strong 8-14mm 1 8 - 11 16 p p strong Weight strong 4 9kg 17 2lbs p p strong Gear ratio 1st speed strong 2 8 1 p p strong Gear ratio 2nd speed strong 8 4 1 p p strong Power ratio 1st speed strong 15 7 1 p p strong Power ratio 2nd speed strong 47 1 1 p --- cis2 mmxtmJVt --- br
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