Replacement enquiries based on your chain specification, shaft dimensions and existing-part drawings.
Hicool helps source replacement anchor windlass gypsy wheels. Also called wildcats or chain wheels, these parts need to match both the chain geometry and the shaft connection.
Watch: Check the Fit Before Ordering
A 39-second guide to the chain pockets, shaft bore, keyway and views to include in your enquiry.
English captions available. AI-generated English narration.
What to Send for a Matching Review
Send the information you have. Mark unknown dimensions clearly; photographs alone cannot confirm compatibility.
| Item | Information to provide |
|---|---|
| Chain | Diameter, grade, link dimensions and stud configuration; chain certificate or link drawing if available. |
| Existing wheel | Photos of both faces and the chain pockets; pocket count, outside diameter and overall width. |
| Shaft connection | Bore and keyway dimensions, mounting details and a dimensioned drawing. |
| Equipment | Windlass maker and model, nameplate photo and relevant manual or assembly drawing. |
| Order requirements | Quantity, delivery destination, required date and inspection or documentation requirements. |
Email your photos and drawings to sales@hiqool.com or use our contact page.
What Needs to Be Confirmed
- Chain engagement: pocket geometry against the chain specification and link dimensions.
- Mechanical fit: bore, keyway, width and mounting interfaces against the equipment drawing.
- Supply scope: material, treatment, inspection documents, price and delivery schedule in the quotation.
These are review requirements, not a published range of guaranteed dimensions or compatibility.
Documentation & Inspection
Please specify your required classification society and inspection documents in the enquiry. Availability and scope will be confirmed in the quotation.
Tell us whether you require material documentation, dimensional inspection records or witnessed inspection. Requirements must be agreed before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a gypsy the same as a wildcat or chain wheel?
These names commonly refer to the profiled wheel that engages the anchor chain. Use the equipment drawing and dimensions to identify the required part.
What if I do not have the original drawing?
Send clear photographs, available measurements and the windlass details. We can review the information and identify what additional measurements or drawings are needed before a match can be confirmed.
Can you confirm price and delivery from a photo?
A photograph helps identify the part, but is not enough for a firm quotation. Price and delivery depend on the confirmed specification, quantity, documentation and destination.
Can I request classification documents?
Include the society, required document type and inspection scope in your enquiry. We will confirm what can be supplied for the proposed part before you order.
Start Your Replacement Enquiry
Have old-part photos and a chain specification ready? Send them with your drawing and quantity for a matching review.
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