{"product_id":"lofrans-windlass-control-switch","title":"Lofrans Windlass Control Switch","description":"\u003cp\u003eLofrans windlass control switches Type “C” (187338) and Type “L” (404728) are manual control inputs used to operate electric anchor windlasses. Type C is a watertight rocker switch supplied with a dedicated installation case, while Type L is a three-position cockpit control switch with Up-Off-Down functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eType C (187338)\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed as a compact rocker switch with a modern housing. It is supplied with a dedicated mounting case to simplify installation and improve sealing. The manufacturer describes it as watertight, but does not specify a numerical IP rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eType L (404728)\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for cockpit installation and consists of a fixing plaque and a three-position switch. It provides direct control of the windlass with Up \/ Off \/ Down positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth switches are intended to interface with a windlass control system rather than switching motor load directly. The manufacturer does not publish voltage or contact ratings for these models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Lofrans windlass control switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType C rocker switch with installation case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType L cockpit switch with 3-position control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp-Off-Down control (Type L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatertight construction (Type C, manufacturer-described)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for windlass control systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Type C and Type L?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eType C is a rocker switch supplied with a case. Type L is a three-position cockpit switch with Up-Off-Down control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich switch is used in the cockpit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eType L is specifically designed for cockpit installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Type C switch watertight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it is described as watertight, although no IP rating is specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Type L switch have an off position?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it has three positions: Up, Off and Down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre voltage and current ratings specified?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. These values are not listed in the current product information and must be confirmed before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\" 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\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eProduct Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eWindlass control switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eWindlass control switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eModel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eType C\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eType L\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eControl Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eRocker switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e3-position switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eSwitch Positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eUp \/ Off \/ Down\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eTypical Installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eCockpit\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eMounting Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eInstallation case included\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eFixing plaque included\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eWatertight Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eYes (manufacturer described)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eVoltage Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eContact Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eWindlass control input\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eWindlass control input\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lofrans","offers":[{"title":"Type \"L\"","offer_id":64098024554873,"sku":"LA-404728","price":29.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Type 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