Anchor Winch Sailor EX-3 134-0126 – Aluminum Alloy Direct Drive Drum Anchor Winch For Boats To 27

Description

TheSailor EX-3is a horizontal direct-drive captive drum winch with a 700W 12V DC motor. The winch has a stated maximum pull of 882 lbs and a 220 lbs continuous working-load rating. Its hard-anodized marine aluminum alloy body and 316 stainless steel shaft form the listed drum and drive assembly.

The captive drum holds up to 60 m of 8 mm rope or 45 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. A mechanical manual free-spool release forms part of the direct-drive arrangement. The provided product data does not confirm an anchor, rope, chain leader, controls, contactor, or circuit breaker as included.

Key Features of the EX-3 Drum Anchor Winch

• The 700W 12V DC motor powers horizontal direct-drive drum retrieval.
• The captive drum holds up to 60 m of 8 mm rope.
• The drum holds up to 45 m of 10 mm rope plus chain leader.
• The mechanical manual system provides the listed free-spool release function.
• The 220 lbs working-load rating identifies the continuous hauling load.
• The 882 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 hard-anodized aluminum body forms the listed drum housing.
• The 316 stainless steel shaft supports the listed drive assembly.
• An 80A circuit breaker is required for electrical protection.

Which Boats This Drum Winch Fits

The EX-3 drum anchor winch is recommended for aluminum boats and cruisers up to 27 ft. Its captive drum holds either 60 m of 8 mm rope or 45 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 882 lbs. The 220 lbs working-load rating provides the separate continuous hauling value. Buyers should use the continuous rating when evaluating regular retrieval loads.

Materials, Technology and Use

The hard-anodized marine aluminum alloy body forms the deck housing, while the 316 stainless steel shaft supports the drive assembly. The IP66 rating applies to the listed watertight enclosure. The direct-drive configuration includes the listed mechanical manual free-spool release.

Salt deposits, sand, and debris can still collect around anodized aluminum, the stainless shaft, drum, rope, chain leader, and deck hardware. Regular cleaning and inspection remain necessary. The captive drum stores the listed rope and chain-leader capacity without a rope-to-chain gypsy.

Compatibility and Installation

The Sailor drum winch measures 255 mm high by 310 mm wide and weighs 28.6 lbs. Installers should verify deck support, mounting space, cable routing, drum clearance, and access to the manual free-spool release before installation. The available product details do not list a deck-thickness range.

The 12V DC system requires an 80A circuit breaker. Electrical planning can include charging setup 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 housing, drum, rope, chain leader, and exposed shaft with fresh water after saltwater exposure. Remove salt, sand, mud, and debris from the drum and manual release 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 EX-3 carries a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty. 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 60 m of 8 mm rope or up to 45 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. You should compare your boat with the up-to-27-ft application guide, reserve space for the 255 mm by 310 mm housing, and account for the 28.6 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.