Lewmar HX1 Horizontal Windlass Extended Kit – 800W, 12V, 8mm/5/16" Gypsy

Lewmar HX1 Horizontal Windlass Extended Kit – 800W, 12V

The Lewmar HX1 is a modern, compact horizontal windlass built around a high-efficiency epicyclical gearbox — a step forward from traditional worm gear designs in terms of efficiency and power-to-weight ratio. The HX1 is designed for smaller powerboats and sailboats that want reliable electric anchoring in a low-profile horizontal package. The anodized aluminum chassis is built to handle years of saltwater exposure, and the IP67 waterproof rating means it can take a full submersion without issue. This extended kit includes everything needed for a complete, ready-to-wire installation.

Key Features

• High-efficiency epicyclical gearbox — more compact and efficient than traditional worm gear designs
• 800W motor, 12V DC
• Gypsy sized for 8mm / 5/16" chain rode
• IP67 waterproof rated — submersion-proof and built for saltwater environments
• Anodized aluminum chassis for long-term corrosion resistance
• Sealed waterproof construction requires minimal maintenance
• Inline motor and gearbox design for a low-profile horizontal footprint
• Extended kit includes: HX1 windlass with integrated motor/gearbox, solenoid, rocker switch, reed switch, circuit breaker, and gypsy

Compatible Applications

• Powerboats and sailboats in the 20–30 ft range requiring a compact horizontal windlass
• Vessels running 8mm or 5/16" chain rode anchor systems
• Boats where a modern epicyclical gearbox design is preferred over a traditional worm gear unit
• 12V DC electrical systems requiring an 800W windlass
• Installations where a complete, all-in-one kit simplifies setup

Compare Models

• Lewmar H2 Horizontal Windlass with Gypsy – 12V, 5/16" Chain — H-Series worm gear alternative for similar vessel sizes
• Lewmar H3 Horizontal Windlass with Gypsy – 12V, 5/16" Chain — step-up H-Series model with higher pull capacity
• Lewmar H3 Horizontal Windlass with Gypsy & Drum – 12V, 5/16" Chain — H3 with warping drum for docking and mooring use

Pair It With

• Lewmar Anchor Rode – 9/16" x 200' Nylon with 5/16" x 20' Chain — compatible chain/rope rode for this windlass
• Lewmar Anchor Rode – 1/2" x 150' Nylon with 1/4" x 10' Chain — lighter rode option for smaller vessels

Parts Desk Insights

Best Use Case: The HX1 is the right recommendation for customers who want a modern, compact horizontal windlass with a more efficient gearbox than the traditional H-Series worm gear units. It's well-suited to smaller boats in the 20–30 ft range where space and weight are at a premium. The IP67 rating is a genuine differentiator — worth highlighting for customers who anchor in exposed or rough conditions where spray and wash-down are frequent.

Gearbox Difference: The epicyclical gearbox in the HX1 is more mechanically efficient than the worm gear used in the H-Series. In practice, this means less heat buildup during extended use and a more compact motor/gearbox assembly. For customers comparing the HX1 to the H2, this is the key technical differentiator.

Kit Contents: The extended kit is complete out of the box — solenoid, rocker switch, reed switch, breaker, and gypsy are all included. This is a common question at point of sale; confirm the customer doesn't need to source additional components before ordering.

Chain Compatibility: Sized for 8mm / 5/16" chain. Verify the customer's existing rode spec before recommending — mismatched chain size is a common return reason on windlass orders.