Self-tailing winch conversion

Details Self-tailing winch conversion Self-tailing winch conversion

2006-06-06

2006-06-06

Marcelo, Emmanuel M (Department: 3654)

Implements or apparatus for applying pushing or pulling force

Apparatus for hauling or hoisting load, including driven...

Device includes rotatably driven, cable contacting drum

C254S383000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07055805

ABSTRACT:
A self tailing conversion is provided for a standard winch or capstan, particularly a sailboat winch. In one embodiment a self tailer or rope jaw device is secured to the top of the winch drum, and a feeder arm is attached to the stationary center stem of the existing winch. Upward extensions are provided for the stationary center stem and for the driving shaft of the standard winch. Different methods of attachment of the self tailer are described. In a second embodiment a self tailer device is secured below the drum crown of the standard winch, assembled from sections or halves, and a feeder arm is secured to the stationary center stem.

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