Capstan C3 Complete Kit
Lewmar's C Series Capstans provide almost effortless rope control at the press of a footswitch. The WARP (Wear and Abrasion Resistant Pattern) finished drum optimises performance and reduces rope wear by up to 30%. Stainless steel components combine strength, anti-corrosion properties, and durability with a beautiful, polished finish. Installation of the C3 is quick and simple, as it is fastened entirely from above deck. This innovation cuts installation time by 35%.
- Beautifully Crafted Stainless Steel Components: Ensure enduring strength and performance.
- WARP Finish Drum: Unique Wear and Abrasion Resistant Pattern reduces rope wear by 30%.
- Quick and Simple Installation: Fastened entirely from above deck, reducing installation time by 35%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Some of our most common questionsThey are the same except the pro-fish has the automatic free-fall as standard. This is an optional extra on the pro-series windlass.
Yes. V1/2/3/4/5 & H2/3, come with magnet and sensor fitted as standard. In most cases older Lewmar windlasses are pre-drilled to take magnets and sensors. Lewmar have a range of chain counters for use with our windlasses.
Due to the size and construction of the Pro-Series, it is not prepared for the installation of a chain counter. This does not stop the enthusiastic owner having ago but Lewmar cannot help with the installation or provide recommendations.
Yes. Lewmar have recently added a 3 button windlass & 5 button windlass / thruster wireless remote to its range. These can be used on any windlass / thruster that is operated via a solenoid. The wireless remote is simply wired in parallel with the standard switch.
Yes. But you would have to purchase and fit a solenoid & rocker switch. Some of the small Lewmar/Simpson & Lawrence products are supplied without a solenoid. These units have the windlass power switched directly through a high current toggle switch. The high current toggle switch should be removed and replaced with a solenoid & rocker switch. The wireless remote can then be wired to the solenoid in parallel with the rocker switch.
Yes. Lewmar recommends that when mooring, the rode is attached to a suitable strong point. If using a rope / chain rode then the rope should be tied off to a cleat or suitable strong point. If using a chain only rode then a chain stopper should be used. If the load is left on the windlass during mooring, shock loads could lead to damage of rode or the windlass. With rope rodes left under load in the gypsy the rope can get jammed into the gypsy causing damage to the stripper & rode when next operated. There is also a risk that the clutch nut could come loose causing the boat to slip its mooring.
All of Lewmar's high volume windlass ranges take rope and chain in the gypsy. The gypsies are design to take a range of chains and ropes without the need to remove the rope or chain from the gypsy during recovery. This means you can use a spliced rode effortlessly, reducing both weight and cost of the rode. Check the rope/chain chart in the windlass section of the catalogue or your windlass manual for the correct rope/chain and gypsy match.
Lewmar recommends a premium quality, windlass grade, medium lay, 3-strand nylon rope or a premium multi-plait nylon anchor rode. There are many different rode applications based upon windlass, anchor size, rode length and the anchor locker's depth and volume.