Amps For Windlass Solinoids

[HotDirk01]

I am replacing the solinoids (up and down) on my 12v Good anchor windlass. The people at Good won't tell me what size solinoids are required (irritating). I guessed and opted for 300 amp. Before I install them I would appreciate input on whether the 300 amp solinoids are sufficient for the job. Thanks in advance for guidance.

 

[hughespat57]

what is the circuit breaker size?
Just be sure to be larger than that

300 is overkill I'll bet

 

[HotDirk01]

Not sure on circuit breaker size nor how to determine. I'm guessing overkill is better than underkill.

 

[hughespat57]

find your battery switches and follow to the main breaker panel. A breaker there will be for the windlass. Or an external breaker nearby. Usually on 50 amps or so.

 

[JimG]

My windlass is on a 50A breaker. But I guess if your 300A solenoids are not size prohibitive, they should be fine.
The only other concern would be the pull-in current... my coils have 5A fuses.