Original Pirker & Storka Bug Wiper Systems
BWS
electric winch
Fast, strong and reliable: the electric winch with detachable reel.
These features convince:
- short cleaning time of approx. 15 seconds per sash side – even at high speeds
- Three safety features: rope tension sensor, slip clutch and automatic shutdown on overload
- Span adjustment
- simultaneous cleaning with both bug wipers possible
- Various mounting plates for easy and flexible installation
- tear-resistant Dyneema line (retrieval line)
Spring-loaded sliding nipples hold the bug firmly to the fuselage.
Detachable reel with span adjustment.
Rope tension sensor ensures clear winding and unwinding of the reel.
Powerful motor with automatic overload protection winds up to 100 watts of power.
Technical data
Dimension (length x width x height): 151.6 x 56.7 x 72 mm
Weight of both electric winches including accessories: 1,600 gram
Voltage: 10 – 14,5 Volt
Power consumption standby: 0 A
Current consumption during operation: unwind 2.2 A, rewind 5.5 A
Current consumption max.: 8.5 A
Fuse electric winch: 10 A
Fuse battery minimum: 15 A
Cleaning speed: approx. 1m/s at 120-180 km/h
Rope length: standard for glider up to 20 m wingspan = 12 m (excess length on request)
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