Fibre Rope Winch Cutter
Allspeeds has developed an integrated fibre rope emergency cutter for maritime winches. In the event the winch gets into difficulties during towing and lifting, the softline cutter provides an instant emergency disconnect, preventing further risk to the vessel.
Fibre ropes are an attractive alternative to steel wire in towing, lifting and salvage operations. Easier to handle, lighter and stronger, they allow ship operators to maximise winch load capacity. The Webtool softline cutter is a lightweight aluminium construction. Mounted on a transverse arm, this allows free movement of the rope through the closed mouth without affecting normal operations. When the cutter is activated in an emergency, the recessed blade is released and the rope is cut against the tool’s anvil.
The hydraulic guillotine cut of a 100mm diameter rope is achieved within seconds. To ensure the blade doesn’t cut accidentally, the softline cutter is fitted with replaceable shear pins.
In addition to Fibre Rope Winch Line Cutters, Allspeeds also offers a range of Steel Wire Winch Line cutters.
Download the Winch Line Cutter leaflet.
For more information on the Allspeeds Fibre Rope Winch Line Cutter, email info@allspeeds.co.uk.
