How Does Worm Gear Winch Brake Work
Updated 09/03/2020 | Published 09/01/2020
Question:
How does a brake winch work and how reliable is it?
asked by: Rdanysh
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Expert Reply:
There are a few ways brake winches operate but the worm gear winches like the part # DL10950 that you referenced have the most effective brake since the handle turns a worm gear which rides on a sprocket that is attached to the drum. Basically if the handle isn't moving there's no way for the drum turn. This is the simplest and most effective brake for a winch.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch - Worm Gear - 1,500 lbs
- Trailer Winch
- Brake Hand Winch
- Utility Winch
- 1001 - 2000 lbs
- Standard Hand Crank
- Worm Gear Winch
- Wire Rope
- Dutton-Lainson
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