Caiman

Model # 001

The Reach Systems’ Caiman is a miniature winch with advanced control options, designed for deploying battery powered sensors and devices from Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs), smart buoys, and small manned vessels. At less than 9 kg in weight, and only 254 mm high, the Caiman fits almost anywhere; with support for over 300 m. of wire cable or rope, it is a perfect solution for remote deployment and retrieval of CTDs, SVPs, eDNA sensors, Hydrophones, and more. The intuitive web control and available API make it is easy to automate your sensing operations using existing wireless networks and locally available power

  • Construction

    6061-T6 Aluminum and Acetal

  • Weight

    12.3 kg/27 lbs. (without cable or level wind)

  • Slip-ring

    - 8 Conductor, 28 AWG, 240 VDC/AC (options for higher voltage, extra conductors, fiber optic, etc.)

  • Options

    - Adjustable level-wind motorized payout/retrieval.
    - Deployment arm/ sheave.
    - Integrated cable counter.
    - OEM/White Label branding available upon request.

  • Capacity
Cable Diameter
Max Length
5 mm [0.2 in]
1,300 m [4,200 ft]
8 mm [0.3 in]
500 m [1,650 ft]
10 mm [0.4 in]
300 m [1,000 ft]

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