{"product_id":"lewmar-12v-sealed-contactor-for-v4-239-68000320","title":"Lewmar 12V Sealed Contactor for V4","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Lewmar 68000320 12V Dual-Direction Sealed Contactor is a marine windlass control component used to manage high-current power switching for compatible Lewmar anchor windlasses. It allows low-current helm, deck, or foot switches to control the windlass motor in both up and down directions without carrying the full motor load through the switch circuit. This sealed contactor is intended for 12V dual-direction windlass systems using compatible Lewmar series-wound motor configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLewmar part number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68000320\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-direction windlass contactor \/ solenoid pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up and down windlass motor control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Series wound \/ SW 12V windlass motor systems where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealed resin-cased housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routes high-current power to the windlass motor while protecting control switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lewmar anchor windlass control and power switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windlass electrical repair, contactor replacement, solenoid failure repair, and control-system troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis contactor is intended for compatible 12V Lewmar windlass systems where the Lewmar wiring diagram or parts breakdown specifies \u003cstrong\u003e68000320\u003c\/strong\u003e. Application references include select Lewmar windlass families such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLewmar CPX4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLewmar V4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLewmar V6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLewmar V8 \/ V8-3500 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect legacy Lewmar Ocean windlass configurations where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect legacy Lewmar Concept 3 configurations where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitment must be confirmed by windlass model, motor voltage, motor type, wiring diagram, and existing contactor part number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003e12V dual-direction\u003c\/strong\u003e contactor for compatible series-wound Lewmar windlass systems. It should not be substituted for a 24V contactor, a single-direction solenoid, or a contactor designed for a different motor type unless the Lewmar wiring diagram confirms compatibility. If your windlass system runs on 24V, see Lewmar part \u003cstrong\u003e68000321\u003c\/strong\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, confirm the windlass model, motor voltage, control switch layout, cable routing, breaker size, and existing solenoid wiring. Electrical windlass parts are often model-specific, and similar-looking contactors can have different coil voltage, terminal layout, and internal switching logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace the contactor if the windlass will not operate in one or both directions, only clicks without motor movement, operates intermittently, shows heat damage, has corroded terminals, has a cracked or swollen housing, or fails electrical testing. A failed contactor may prevent the windlass from retrieving, deploying, or reversing direction even when the motor and battery supply are in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore replacing the contactor, inspect the battery bank, main breaker, motor cables, control switch wiring, foot switches, helm switch, deck switch, motor brushes, ground path, and cable terminations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisconnect battery power before working on the windlass electrical system. Label all cables and control wires before removing the old contactor so the new unit can be wired correctly. Use properly sized marine-grade cable, terminals, heat-shrink protection, and circuit protection for the windlass current load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount the contactor in a dry, accessible, protected location away from direct bilge water, heavy spray, battery acid, and high engine or exhaust heat. Confirm all terminals are tight and protected from accidental shorting. After installation, test both up and down operation with the anchor unloaded first, then verify normal operation under controlled load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the Lewmar wiring diagram and installation instructions for the exact windlass model. High-current windlass wiring should be inspected or installed by a qualified marine technician if there is any uncertainty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLewmar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68000320\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon description:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V Dual-Direction Sealed Contactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lewmar 12V series-wound windlass motor control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel references:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPX4, V4, V6, V8 \/ V8-3500, and select legacy Ocean or Concept 3 windlass systems where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24V version:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lewmar 68000321\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe critical checks on this contactor are voltage, motor type, and wiring layout. A 12V windlass contactor may look identical to the 24V version (68000321) externally, but the coil voltage is different — installing the wrong voltage contactor will cause immediate control failure or coil burnout. Always verify the system voltage from the windlass wiring diagram or existing contactor label before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50896369844260,"sku":"239-68000320","price":859.56,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/22a8fafc-6965-4664-8e82-a27ae0e98172.png?v=1783125179","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/lewmar-12v-sealed-contactor-for-v4-239-68000320","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}