Lofrans X3 Vertical Windlass

The Lofrans X3 windlass has a vertical drive shaft for the gypsy, resulting in a compact deck unit with the motor and gearbox housed under the deck in the chain locker.

Lofrans X3 Facts, Features and Plus Factors:

• Mirror polished, extremely weather-resistant chrome finish on drop-forged bronze casing
• Special watertight stainless steel ball bearings in the base
• Low profile or with drum option
• Independently operated rope drum - extremely useful for warping applications
• Rope and chain combination gypsy 
• Manual chain release
• Manual override on chromed bronze models only, not on aluminium models
• Gypsy connection control - the spring-loaded finger applies pressure to the rope and chain, keeping the warp firmly connected to the gypsy
• Chain counter magnet pre-installed as standard
• Lofrans-engineered, weather-protected heavy-duty electric motor, 12V or 24V, 1500W or 1700W 
• Multiple choice gearbox orientation installation, see photo
• Corrosion-resistant, anodised aluminium alloy gearbox casing
• Motor and gearbox connected by a special socket-type coupling for easier access and maintenance
• Three-year Manufacturer Warranty, subject to registration
• Control Box included (Dual Direction Solenoid)
• Design requirement - minimum 300mm depth between the underside of the deck and the top of any stowed chain

Gypsy Capacity:
8mm chain = 14mm 3-strand rope
10mm chain = 16mm 3-strand rope
12mm / 13mm chain = 18mm 3-strand rope

The X Range = X1, X2, X3, X3.5, X4 and X5 all feature as standard:

• Watertight stainless steel ball bearings in the base for maintenance-free, reliable performance
• Technologically Advanced Clutch Design manufactured from two conical discs fitted onto the main shaft by two flat parallel planes - avoids the use of keys and spreads the load more evenly
• Factory-fitted sensor in the base together with a magnet in the Gypsy enables an external chain counter option.
• Models X1, X2 and X3 have a rope / chain gypsy
• Independently operated rope drum for warping (with drum only)
• Manual override - the spring-loaded ratchet fitted in the gearbox has two main functions: 1. enables the windlass to recover the chain and anchor in the event of electrical failure and 2. provides a safety mechanism so that chain jams do not damage the deck
• Project X2 and X3 are available with Mirror Polished Stainless steel AISI 316L casing as a special order upgrade

X3 included in the box with the windlass unit: manual winch handle, dual-direction solenoid (= control box), drilling template, fixing screws and a CD manual.

Not included in the box: circuit breaker, switches or chain counters

The Lofrans X3 is available in many different variations, listed below.
Team Jimmy Green will be happy to quote price and availability.

Yes = available to order on our website - allow seven working days for delivery.
Enquire = Please contact Team Jimmy Green for price and availability. 

E* also = Low profile height dimension

Lofrans Circuit Breaker
Project X3 = see chart above for correct circuit breaker (calculated by power supply and size of motor)

Lofrans Accessories

Lofrans 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty REGISTRATION Form

For Lofrans Specification, including links to Exploded Parts Diagram

Lofrans X3 Information Download

Jimmy Green Lofrans Installation and User Warranty Advisory