2- & 3-SPEED ELECTRIC ORBIT WINCHES™ Orbit Winches™ are now available with E2+ Two- and Three-Speed electric drive, offering greater control, higher line speeds and increased versatility for larger keelboats and higher loads. Designed for confident short-handed sailing, the new winches combine manual and electric operation with integrated intelligence and protection. The electric motor features an integrated control box and illuminated push buttons, providing overload, thermal overload, low-voltage, accidental start and reverse polarity protection, with clear status feedback. Three-speed models add a mechanically activated high-speed ratio for rapid line recovery when required. At the core is a high-quality, European engineered and manufactured series-wound motor, matched to an optimised gearbox for efficient pulling power and smooth, controlled line speed. Available in sizes 45QT and 50QT, with two- and three-speed configurations in 12V or 24V versions.
EASE OF INSTALLATION Internal contactors and controller, with no separate control box required, mean a more reliable, neater and lighter installation. Simplified electrical installation requires just the connection of positive and negative power cables to the motor terminals and the connection of the push button using the included output cable. Marine grade circuit breakers are also available for protection and isolation.
EFFICIENT, HIGH QUALITY MOTOR At the heart of the E2+ winch is a high quality European engineered and manufactured series wound motor. Carefully matched with the optimal gearbox they deliver high speed at low load for fast sheeting in, and low speed at high load for safe, fine tuning when trimming. They are available in 12 Volt and 24 Volt models providing smooth and quiet operation across a wide working load range.
Illuminated “intelligent” Push Button E2+ winches are supplied with push button with integrated LED which illuminates when power to the winch system is on. The push button incorporates a hinged safety cover to prevent inadvertent winch operation and is water resistant rated to IP67. The push button also acts with the controller to flash status codes that assist with trouble shooting in the event of overload or where other system protection intervention occurs. A cable for connection of the push button is included for convenient installation.
Unrivalled level of monitoring and protection
Integrated Overload Protection - The controller is pre-set to stop the winch if the Maximum Pull Load is exceeded. Operation can resume within a few seconds when the load returns below the limit
Thermal Overload Protection – The motor is fitted with a thermal cutout that disables the motor in case of overheating; it automatically resets after the temperature returns to normal.
Reverse Polarity Protection – An integrated 5 Amp fuse protects the motor against incorrect cable connection.
Accidental Start Protection – Winch operation is disabled if the push button is already inadvertently pressed when the power supply is turned on at the circuit breaker or battery.
Low Voltage Detection - Operation is disabled if the battery charge level is low, which prevents further drain on batteries and avoids triggering low-voltage reset of navigation instruments and other electronic devices.
Continuous Run Time Limit– Operation is disabled if continuous run time exceeds 10 minutes.
E2+ ELECTRIC POWER KITS All manual Orbit Winches™ size 45QT or 50QT can be easily converted to powered winches with an E2+ Electric Conversion Power Kit for either 12V or 24V systems.
The Power Kit includes the E2+ Electric Motor unit, input/output cable from motor, illuminated push buttons, and mounting deck plate. Marine grade circuit breakers are also available for protection and isolation.
ELECTRIC WINCH COMPONENTS
E2+ Orbit Winches™ are supplied with two push buttons with integrated LED which illuminates when power to the winch system is on. The push buttons incorporates a hinged safety cover to prevent inadvertent winch operation and is water resistant rated to IP67. The push buttons also acts with the controller to flash status codes that assist with trouble shooting in the event of overload or where other system protection interventions occur. Cables for connection of the push buttons is included for convenient installation.
POWER RIBS™
Inspired by the distinctive drum profile of Andersen Stainless Steel Winches®, Power Ribs™ have been incorporated into the fully machined drums of Ronstan’s Orbit Winches™ to deliver the same impressive line handling with maximum grip and minimal rope wear.
The exceptional grip provided by the Power Ribs™ offers a multitude of benefits: requiring fewer wraps around the drum, reducing the load held in the self tailer, and encouraging the line to slide easily upward on the drum to avoid riding turns. The non-abrasive drum surface extends the service life of running rigging and allows for smooth and controlled easing, even under high loads.
QUICKTRIM™
The innovative QuickTrim™ self tailer allows sailors to easily and safely ease line tension to make minor sail trim adjustments without having to remove the winch handle or take the line out of the self-tailer. Racing sailors can react and respond instantly to minor changes in wind direction or steering, providing an unmatched advantage when frequent sail trim adjustments are required. It’s also a nice convenience for cruising sailors.
On the water, using QuickTrim™ is intuitive and quickly becomes second nature. With one hand on the tail of the sheet, rotating the top cover of the winch anti-clockwise against spring pressure allows the self tailer to turn beneath it like a sheave as the rope is eased out, with smooth grip and control assured by the drum surface and Power Ribs™. When the top cover is allowed to spring back, the self-tailer locks again and grips the line to resume normal use. This simple, reliable feature is a real advantage when making frequent minor adjustments to sheet and halyard tension.
As delivered from the factory, Orbit Winches™ sizes 30QT and larger operate as traditional self-tailing winches. The QuickTrim™ feature is enabled by the user, simply by removing a single screw located within the self tailer. Step-by-step instructions are included in the Quick Reference Guide provided with the winch, and in the product manual available from the Support section of the website.
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