Winchrite handheld battery operated winch handle

Electrify all your winches for a fraction of the cost of an electric winch!

The worlds premier handheld battery-operated winch handle for the marine industry. The WinchRite allows you to instantly electrify every Winch on your boat!

This newest version of the WinchRite utilizes ABT, (Advanced Brushless Technology) leverages modern brush-less technology to be the most efficient and powerful tool yet!

Some of these advancements include: Best-in-class newly designed brushless drive motor. Unmatched torque control with soft start insuring unsurpassed operator control. Strengthened gear-box with one piece main drive gear, Heightened battery efficiency.

New styling with Navy Blue rubber inlay. Plastic WinchRite Onboard mounting holder (previously only offered separately) is now included.

The WinchRite ABT comes with all accessories.
– 2x Drive Cog
– Universal 100V – 240V AC Charger with Euro/UK/Japan Plug Adapters
– 12 Volt DC Charger

Many improvements have gone into the WinchRite ABT making this a welcome companion on any size boat.  These improvements include:

Newly designed brushless drive motor

  • Improved torque control with chimed soft start for better control
  • Strengthened gearbox with one piece main drive gear
  • Greater battery efficiency
  • More powerful with greater overall performance
  • These latest improvements have culminated in making this newest version of the WinchRite ABT a welcome companion on any size boat!

New and Improved
WinchRite ABT
A Real Cordless Winch Handle
Designed Specifically for Sailboats



Advanced Brushless Technology

Sailology, LLC, the California based makers of WinchRite, a handheld battery operated winch handle for the marine industry, have announced the release of the next generation WinchRite, the WinchRite ABT – Advanced Brushless Technology.   Martin Lynn, a Managing Partner of Sailology states “in 2010 the first WinchRite device was introduced at the Miami international boat show where it won the innovation award for new sailing gear. The device has now gone through some exciting new changes with our ABT model. Our new unit is a power house.”

 The WinchRite ABT, which stands for Advanced Brushless Technology, leverages modern brushless technology to deliver a more efficient and powerful tool.  “We gained valuable knowledge over the past four years from all the feedback we received from sailors, our partners and the marine industry as a whole.  We knew we had to step it up a notch and not just deliver a new version, but truly transform the WinchRite, and use the best technology available to us” says Sven Toothman a Managing Partner of Sailology.  

“We are certain that the improvements will be immediately evident to our customers and we are really looking forward to the new boat show season where we will be showcasing the new WinchRite ABT” says Martin.

WinchRite General Information

Weight:  6lbs 5oz or 2.8Kg

Shipping weight:  10lbs, 18x10x6 inch carton

Comes with Bag, AC and DC Charger, AC travel adapter, Winch Cog and Manual.

Bulk:  4 unit case, 39lbs, 19x18x12 inch case

Battery:  3.0AH 21.6volt lithium Ion.  12 volt charging system, heat protection and shut down protection for battery and charging, sealed battery in unit, expected life of 3 to 5 years.  Replacements will be available and trade-in program.  Battery/load life dependant on use (give real-life examples).  No memory on battery may charge at will.

Charging:  12volt DC, 100-240volt AC,  Adapter has US plug and comes with universal travel adapters for Euro, UK, Australia.  Charging time for AC is approximately 1 hour.  DC varies on battery level – primarily used to give unit a boost.  Cool down period is required after charging.

Operation:  Dual directions controlled by switch I/II, variable speed  RPM 0-130+, Torque:  130nm/1030inlbs/100ftlbs,

Works on all standard 8 point winches.  If a winch is properly sized for a load then the WinchRite will perform as designed.-size of winch does not matter.

Recycled packaging…we are green, bags are handled and not replaced, cartons are recycled.

Multistage QA testing is performed before shipping.   242lbs/110kg weight is lifted and the unit is fully  charged

Warranty:  1 year full warranty

Electrify all your winches for a fraction of the cost of an electric winch!

What makes our cordless winch handle superior?

Simple Answer: Design

Weight:              6.5lb                                                                              

Torque:          130nm/1150inlb-TESTED                                                  

Battery:                21.6 DC Lit-ion 2 x 2.8ah =5.6ah                                                             

Charger:              110/220 AC & 12v DC                                                                           

RPM:                                     0-130+                                                                                      

Variable Speed:                Yes                                                                                             

Reversible Motor:             Yes                                                                                

Design:                                 Sailing/Cruising                                                                    

Weather Resistant:           Yes                                                                                                 

Non-Skid                           Yes