Ronstan 30QT Orbit Winch with QuickTrim Self-Tailer, RA6302

30QT Orbit Winch with Quick Trim

Ronstans Orbit Winches are the new benchmark in high performance alloy winches. With a combination of fresh design thinking and proven manufacturing expertise, Orbit Winches weigh significantly less and offer lower line entry heights than any other winch in their class.

Remarkably easy to service, they require no tools for disassembly or maintenance. The machined aluminium drums feature the same Power Ribs that many sailors will recognize from Andersen Stainless Steel Winches, well-known for their impressive line grip, smooth control, and minimal rope wear.

Power Ribs

The exceptional grip provided by the Power Ribs offers a multitude of benefits: requiring fewer wraps around the drum, reducing the load held in the self-tailer, and encouraging the line to slide easily upward on the drum to avoid riding turns. The non-abrasive drum surface extends the service life of running rigging and allows smooth and controlled easing, even under high loads.

No Tools Required

Full disassembly and reassembly can conveniently be performed without the need for any tools. To remove the drum, pull back the spring-loaded release latch, and a slight anti-clockwise rotation will allow the self-tailing arm to be lifted from the winch. From there, the drum can be removed from the winch's center stem.

When completing reassembly in reverse order, an audible click confirms positive engagement between the self-tailing arm and bayonet notches on the center stem. These notches allow the self-tailing arm to be locked in one of eight positions at rotational increments of 45 degrees.

Orbit Winches sizes 30QT and 40QT are equipped with the unique, patented QuickTrim self-tailer.

What is QuickTrim

QuickTrim allows sailors to conveniently and safely ease the line without removing the winch handle or taking the line out of the self-tailer.

A small anti-clockwise rotation of the self-tailing cover allows the self-tailer to turn beneath it like a sheave as the rope is eased, with confident grip and control assured by the drums smooth surface and Power Ribs.

Letting the top cover spring back into place locks the self-tailer again to resume normal use.

Features:

• Lightweight machined aluminum drum
• Distinctive Power Ribs ensures a controlled grip at all times, whether tensioning or easing
• Proven Andersen winch gearing configuration
• No tools are required for configuration and servicing
• Sprung self-tailing jaws to accept 6-10mm line
• QuickTrim patented self-tailing feature for rapid sail trim and smooth adjustment (30QT 40QT only)

Materials:

• Hard anodized aluminum drum and center stem, aluminum self-tailing arm
• Grade 316 stainless steel shaft and pawls
• Grade 2205 stainless steel axle pins
• Aluminum bronze gears
• Glass-filled nylon self tailer
• Self-lubricating acetal bearings

Specifications:

• Weight (kilogram): 3.1kg
• Power Ratio: 30.2:1
• Base Diameter (millimeters): 136mm
• Maximum Pulling Load (kilogram): 700kg
• Drum Diameter (millimeters): 86mm
• Base Diameter (millimeters): 136mm
• Height (millimeters): 166mm
• Line Entry L (millimeters): 57mm
• Line Size (millimeters): 7-12mm
• Gear Ratio 1st Speed: 1.4:1
• Gear Ratio 2nd Speed: 5.2:1
• Power Ratio 1st Speed: 8.3:1
• Power Ratio 2nd Speed: 30.2:1

Ronstan 30QT Orbit Winch with QuickTrim is a lightweight, high-performance sailing winch designed for sailors who need reliable line control during trimming, tensioning, and easing. The machined aluminum drum reduces weight while Ronstan’s proven Power Ribs provide confident grip, smooth operation, and controlled handling under load.

Built for practical performance on sailboats, the Orbit 30QT is easy to service because it can be fully disassembled and reassembled without tools. Its QuickTrim self-tailer allows sailors to ease the line without removing the winch handle or taking the rope out of the self-tailer. A slight counterclockwise rotation lets the self-tailer turn beneath the cover like a sheave, helping provide smooth adjustment while maintaining control.

The Power Ribs require fewer wraps around the drum, reduce the load held in the self-tailer, and help the line move upward on the drum to reduce riding turns. The non-abrasive drum surface is designed to minimize rope wear and support smooth, controlled easing. The self-tailing arm can be locked into one of eight positions at 45-degree rotational increments, helping accommodate different installation and operating configurations.

KEY FEATURES:

• QuickTrim self-tailer: Ease line quickly and conveniently without removing the winch handle or taking the line out of the self-tailer.
• Power Ribs: Provides controlled grip during tensioning and easing while helping reduce wraps and rope wear.
• Tool-free servicing: Allows full disassembly and reassembly without tools for convenient maintenance.
• Lightweight construction: Features a hard-anodized aluminum drum and center stem with an aluminum self-tailing arm.
• Adjustable self-tailing arm: Locks into one of eight positions at 45-degree increments.
• Wide line range: Sprung self-tailing jaws accept 6–10 mm line, with a listed line size range of 7–12 mm.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Brand: Ronstan
• Model: 30QT Orbit Winch with QuickTrim
• Part number: RA6302
• Weight: 6.8 lb
• Power ratio: 30.2:1
• Maximum pulling load: 1,543 lb
• Base diameter: 5.35 in
• Drum diameter: 3.39 in
• Height: 6.54 in
• Line entry: 2.24 in
• Materials: Hard-anodized aluminum drum and center stem, aluminum self-tailing arm, Grade 316 stainless steel shaft and pawls, Grade 2205 stainless steel axle pins, aluminum bronze gears, glass-filled nylon self-tailer, and self-lubricating acetal bearings.
• Gear ratios: 1st speed 1.4:1; 2nd speed 5.2:1.
• Power ratios: 1st speed 8.3:1; 2nd speed 30.2:1.

Choose the Ronstan 30QT Orbit Winch with QuickTrim for dependable sail-trimming control, convenient tool-free maintenance, and smooth line handling on the water.

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