Anchor Winch Captain EZ-3134-0129 – Stainless Steel Direct Drive Drum Anchor Winch For Boats To 30

Description

TheCaptain EZ-3is a horizontal direct-drive captive drum winch with a 900W 12V DC motor. The winch has a stated maximum pull of 1,102 lbs and a 275 lbs continuous working-load rating. Its marine-grade 316 stainless steel casing and drive shaft form the listed drum and drive assembly.

The captive drum holds up to 70 m of 8 mm rope or 55 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. A mechanical manual free-spool release forms part of the direct-drive system. The provided product data does not confirm an anchor, rope, chain leader, controls, contactor, or circuit breaker as included.

Key Features of the EZ-3 Drum Anchor Winch

• The 900W 12V DC motor powers horizontal direct-drive drum retrieval.
• The captive drum holds up to 70 m of 8 mm rope.
• The drum holds up to 55 m of 10 mm rope plus chain leader.
• The mechanical manual system provides the listed free-spool release function.
• The 275 lbs working-load rating identifies the continuous hauling load.
• The 1,102 lbs maximum pull figure states the product’s peak pull rating.
• the listed no-load speed reaches 98 ft/min without a working load.
• The 316 stainless steel casing forms the listed drum housing.
• The drive shaft uses the listed marine-grade 316 stainless steel.
• An 80A circuit breaker is required for electrical protection.

Which Boats This Drum Winch Fits

The EZ-3 drum anchor winch is recommended for coastal cruisers and fishing boats up to 30 ft. Its captive drum holds either 70 m of 8 mm rope or 55 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. Buyers should verify rope diameter, line length, chain-leader arrangement, and drum capacity before ordering.

the listed maximum pull is 1,102 lbs. The 275 lbs working-load rating provides the separate continuous hauling value. The continuous rating should guide routine retrieval assessment.

Materials, Technology and Use

The marine-grade 316 stainless steel casing and drive shaft form the listed housing and drive assembly. the listed IP66 rating applies to the watertight enclosure. The direct-drive configuration includes a mechanical manual free-spool release for the listed release function.

Salt deposits, sand, and debris can still collect around the stainless steel casing, drum, rope, chain leader, and deck hardware. Regular cleaning and inspection remain necessary. The captive drum stores rope and chain leader rather than using a rope-to-chain gypsy.

Compatibility and Installation

The Captain drum winch measures 255 mm high by 340 mm wide and weighs 40 lbs. Installers should verify deck support, mounting space, cable routing, drum clearance, and access to the manual free-spool release before fitting the winch. The available product details do not list a deck-thickness range.

The 12V DC system requires an 80A circuit breaker. The installation plan can include winch charging review around the listed circuit-protection requirement. The provided product data does not state average current draw or confirm controls, contactor, or circuit breaker as included.

Care and Operating Notes

Rinse the casing, drum, rope, chain leader, and exposed hardware with fresh water after saltwater exposure. Clear salt, sand, mud, and debris from the drum and manual free-spool mechanism before operation. Inspect rope condition, chain leader, release movement, visible fasteners, and electrical connections before departure. Follow the manufacturer manual for service procedures, lubricant selection, disassembly, and approved replacement parts.

Warranty and Support

The EZ-3 carries a 3-year limited warranty on the motor and gearbox. The provided warranty term does not define coverage for labor, corrosion, drum, rope, chain leader, shipping, or installation components. These terms reflect manufacturer-stated coverage, and buyers should verify active warranty policies directly with the seller or manufacturer prior to purchase.

Before Ordering

Confirm whether your anchor rode uses up to 70 m of 8 mm rope or up to 55 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. You should compare your boat with the up-to-30-ft application guide, reserve space for the 255 mm by 340 mm housing, and account for the 40 lbs dry weight. Verify that your 12V system can use the required 80A circuit breaker. Confirm controls, contactor, circuit protection, anchor, rope, chain leader, and mounting hardware with the seller because the provided product data does not confirm them as included.