A hydraulic capstan is a device that operates off a hydraulic motor that comes with a counter-balance valve. These devices operate at different speeds with the use of a gearbox, and they are simple to operate. The hydraulic capstan also comes with a built-in emergency-stop system, and the gearbox is situated in the warping head. Some manufacturers can also set the motor inside the warping head when a customer requests it.
The hydraulic capstan winch is one of the most versatile machines in the marine sector and is usually designed for mooring or anchoring purposes. They are either installed on the shore or on the boat deck depending on how the user plans to use the equipment.
This capstan type comes with a hydraulic drive, without or with an inverter, which serves the purpose of greater durability and higher efficiency. These capstans can pull a capacity of between 0.5 tons to 35 tons, which helps to get projects done quickly and easily.
The Benefits Of A Hydraulic Capstan
– Increased durability and efficiency
– Just about effortless rope control and anchor handling
– Low cost and simple mooring and anchoring operations
– Perfect for compact and confined spaces which usually has to do with dimension
– The design is modular for easy installation
– These hydraulic systems are a great option since they provide a consistent speed under every type of load condition when compared to the electric capstan winch systems. It also offers an efficient and integrated power pack.
– These systems are suited ideally for highly demanding marine applications since they are durable, reliable, and efficient
What Are The Uses Of A Hydraulic Driven Capstan
It works in a similar way to a hydraulic winch system, but it is much smaller when compared to a winch. This makes it the preferred choice when space is an issue.
The hydraulic driven capstan is also used for mooring vessels within the area of marinas. The mooring capstans give an operator complete control over the mooring lines.
They can also feature a design so that it can be used for rope hauling or anchor recovery on boats or vessels.
Hydraulic-powered capstans are also used in other industries such as a railway-good yard for the purposes of shunting, or moving railcars over short distances.
Things To Consider Before Choosing A Capstan
Before you choose a capstan based on your applications, below are a few factors to consider:
– The uses of a capstan (will it be used for mooring or anchoring?)
– The working environment (on the shore or on a deck)
– Horizontal capstan or vertical capstan
– Your required pulling force or load capacity
– Your line speed requirement
– The size of the marine capstan
– Any other types of special requirements
When compared to hydraulic boat winches, these winches are smaller and they occupy less space when it comes to the deck of a ship. This is why it is usually the preferable option for smaller boats or ships with a small deck area. Even though they are used for several marine operations, their main function is to haul or pull a ship towards a dock or port.