"> Towimor (Poland) Capstan Series
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Towimor (Poland)

Capstan Series

Capstan Series by Towimor (Poland) is a deck capstan intended for mooring and line-handling duties. The vertical warping head allows a rope to be surged, heaved or controlled while the operator manages the number of turns on the drum. The unit is normally mounted on an exposed deck with the drive, gearbox and associated electrical or hydraulic components protected below or within the deck machinery arrangement. The supplied record lists Pull 10-60 kN. Reliable operation depends on sound deck foundations, correct rope lead, effective braking or clutch functions where fitted, and protection against seawater ingress. Compared with neighboring capstan sizes, the main differences are normally rated pull, speed, drum geometry and drive package; the supplied record does not establish the exact differences for this variant. Use the maker documentation and vessel deck-machinery drawings to confirm the installed execution and permissible operating limits.

Towimor (Poland) Capstan Series
Pull 10-60 kN
Capacity
Mooring Lines
Medium

Components & Design

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Technical Data

type Vertical Capstan
variant count approx 4
period start year 1960
drive type Electric / Hydraulic
construction Cast steel, worm gear

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Common failures & inspection points

Gear or worm-wheel wear caused by high cyclic loading or inadequate lubrication, noticed as backlash, noise or reduced pulling performance
Motor or hydraulic-drive deterioration caused by moisture, overheating or contamination, noticed as trips, slow operation or loss of torque
Shaft-seal or gearbox leakage, noticed as oil around the deck unit or inside the machinery space
Drum-surface corrosion, grooving or sharp damage, noticed during rope handling or by visible rope abrasion
Brake, clutch or control malfunction where fitted, noticed as inability to hold, release or command the capstan reliably

Service & Maintenance

Inspect the warping head, shaft, deck fastenings, guards, controls and visible corrosion routinely under the deck-machinery PMS. Check gearbox lubricant condition and leakage, and service bearings and lubrication points in accordance with the maker instructions. Function-test local and remote controls, emergency stop and brake/clutch functions where fitted. Inspect electrical insulation and water ingress or hydraulic hoses, fittings and oil cleanliness according to drive type. Class survey attention may include structural attachment, safe operation, braking/holding function where relevant and condition of associated controls; use manufacturer documentation for exact limits and intervals.

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Replacement Parts

Keep seal and gasket kits, control switches or contactors/solenoids appropriate to the drive type, brake or clutch wear parts where fitted, and common bearings if approved for onboard renewal. For hydraulic units, carry critical hose/seal items used in the installed circuit; for electric units, keep the relevant overload/control components. Confirm gearbox and drive spares against the serial number because different executions can share the same series name.
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