Quick Hand Held Chain Counter

The Quick Hand-Held Chain Counter (CHC1103) is a remote control and chain measurement tool designed for seamless anchoring operations. With this device, you can raise or lower your anchor while monitoring exactly how much chain is deployed - all from a compact, hand-held unit. The robust, waterproof housing protects it against spray, splash, and marine conditions, making it ideal for Irish cruising environments.

Its graphic LCD display provides clear, multilingual readouts in metres, feet or fathoms, and includes data such as chain speed and voltage. The device also features backlit keys and adjustable contrast for readability in varying lighting. With automatic locking, alarms, free-fall management, and a built-in LED torch, it packs advanced features into a practical, portable tool. The CHC1103 links to your windlass via wiring (or CAN bus, depending on setup), adding remote control convenience with full chain-counter functionality.

Features

• Simple user-friendly interface
  
• Information is displayed in 5 different languages
  
• Automatic lowering function
  
• Up alarm function
  
• Locked keys function
  
• It can also be used in winch operations
  
• Windlass management with auto free fall
  
• Anchor recovery function in case of sensor failure
  
• Chain speed displayed
  
• Supply voltage displayed
  
• Depth of chain lowered is shown in meters, feet, or fathoms
  
• A graphic LCD display screen that can be easily read at various angles
  
• Backlight display screen with 5 brightness levels
  
• 5 different display contrast levels can be set
  
• Automatic display contrast compensation according to environmental temperature
  
• Universal power supply (12/24Vdc)
  
• Backlight illuminated function keys
  
• Equipped with an LED torch
  
• CAN BUS interface for data transfer
  
• Capable of operating in a wide range of ambient temperatures
  
• Water-proof housing

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 9–32 V DC (works with 12 V or 24 V systems)
  
• Max Current: for Up/Down Contacts 4 A
  
• Operating Current: (Idle) ~31 mA @ 12 V / ~18 mA @ 24 V
  
• Waterproof Rating: IP67 (when properly plugged in) 
  
• Temperature Range: –20 °C to +70 °C 
  
• Weight: ≈ 750 g
  
• Cable / Cord Length: Up to 4.2 m spiral cable 
  
• Interface CAN bus for data transfer

Download

Chain Counter Manual