HELIKITE WINCHES

HIGH POWER WINCHES

These are extremely powerful winches, optimised for Dyneema flying line and capable of operating any size of Helikite. Making good and safe winches is not easy and these are highly recommended for professional use with large Helikites lifting expensive equipment to considerable altitudes. 

FEATURES:

  • Powerful VW gasoline motor + diesel option.
  • Operator safety guards in case of line breakage and safety guards on hot or moving parts.
  • Torque converter for smooth drum operation.
  • Narrow, large diameter drum for excellent line laying.
  • No complicated, unreliable level-wind mechanism required.
  • Free-wheeling braked drum for controlled fast or slow Helikite launch.
  • Powerful disc-brake.
  • Gearing and clutch optimised for required Helikite retrieve speeds. 
  • Hardened steel rollers in fairlead suitable for Dyneema flying line.
  • Low-level line exit for safety
  • Easy access to motor and mechanicals.
  • Ergonomic, colour-coded controls
  • Guillotine to cut flying line in emergency
  • Optional running-line tensionometer to monitor flying line strain.
  • Full instructions and operator training available.
 
 

12 VOLT ELECTRIC HELIKITE WINCH

A strong and reliable 12 volt electric winch suitable for Helikite operations.
 
12v Electric winch
 
It has a relatively fast line speed of approximately 20 metres/minute. The gearbox and fairlead is optimised for the use of Dyneema flying line. It is weather-proof and suitable for marine use if required. It can operate directly from a 12 volt car battery or other suitable 12 volt supply. It can be remotely operated via radio or cable. It has an optional bracket allowing direct attachment to the tow-hitch ball of a vehicle. It can also be attached by bolting it to the flat bed of a truck or any suitable flat surface, or anchored directly onto the ground. 
 
  • 12V Electric winch
  • Line speed 20 metres/minute in and out.
  • Heavy duty series wound motor delivers strong torque.
  • Built in waterproof control unit.
  • Reliable 3 stage planetary gearbox runs cool so it will not harm Dyneema tether line.
  • Brake Automatic, double cone brake, external to the drum so it will not heat up drum core.
  • Smooth aluminium fairlead designed for Dyneema tether line.
  • Rotating ring gear clutch. Free spooling of line is possible (but not recommended during Helikite flight).
  • Easy installation and maintenance.
  • Water resistant sealed
  • Recommended power supply. One 12V, 100amp/hour battery will give 30 minutes continuous use. Two
  • batteries recommended for extended use.


HAND REELS

The Skyshot Helikite and similar small Skyhook Helikites can be conveniently flown on a fishing reel attached to the lower half of a sea-fishing rod. We have tested various types and makes of reel and most do not have strong enough brakes or the winding capability. However, one or two are suitable. The best value seems to be the Okuma Titus TG 50 W2.




Features: Two gears to ease winding Freewheeling Drum Strong brake Level-wind excluded for simplicity Big, comfortable winder handle Good bracket and safety harness attachments Large Drum Capacity (Takes about 300ft of 200Kg Dyneema) Excellent construction Allsopp Helikites Ltd can supply these reels upon request.

Wooden hand reel
Simple Wooden Hand Reel