Lewmar Delta Stainless Steel Anchor

Lewmar Delta Stainless Steel Anchor

Lewmar Delta Stainless Steel Anchor are a highly regarded, high-holding-power anchor known for its unique self-launching and self-righting design that ensures it sets immediately on the seabed .

Lewmar Delta Stainless Steel Anchor Key Features

• Material: The anchor is constructed from premium-grade Duplex/High Tensile stainless steel (often specified as 316-grade), which offers superior strength and corrosion resistance compared to standard materials.
• Design and Setting Performance: It features a unique shank profile and a lead-ballasted tip, which creates a low centre of gravity. This geometry ensures the anchor will orientation itself correctly and dig into the seabed immediately, rather than dragging.
• Self-Launching Capability: The design is specifically shaped to self-launch effortlessly from a bow roller, making it an ideal choice for use with a windlass.
• Holding Power and Certification: It has earned Lloyd's Register General Approval as a High Holding Power anchor and is the primary anchor used by numerous national lifeboat organizations worldwide, a testament to its reliable and consistent performance.
• Versatility: The Delta anchor performs well in a variety of seabed conditions, including sand, mud, grass, and rock.
• Durability and Warranty: The anchor is robustly built to last in harsh marine environments and is backed by a "guaranteed for life against breakage" warranty from Lewmar (damage by deformation or bending is not covered)

Lewmar Delta Stainless Steel Anchor FAQs

What makes the Delta anchor unique?

The  Lewmar Delta anchor features a unique shank profile, a ballasted tip, and self-righting geometry to ensure it sets immediately upon hitting the seabed. It is also self-launching, meaning it slides off the bow roller easily.

What kind of holding power does it have? 

It has Lloyd's Register General Approval as a High Holding Power (HHP) anchor, and is specified as the primary anchor by numerous national lifeboat organizations, indicating consistent and reliable performance.

What seabed types is it compatible with?

The Delta anchor works well in most soil types, including sand, mud, grass, weeds, and rock

What type of stainless steel is used?

The stainless steel version is made from premium grade Duplex or 316 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and strength. The Duplex version is stronger and more corrosion-resistant than standard 316 stainless steel.

Is it guaranteed against breakage?

Yes, the Lewmar Delta anchor  is backed by a lifetime guarantee against breakage. However, this guarantee typically does not cover damage caused by deformation or bending.

How does the stainless steel version compare to the galvanized one?

The stainless steel version (especially the Duplex grade) offers enhanced corrosion resistance and aesthetics compared to the high-grade manganese steel galvanized version.

How do I choose the correct size for my boat?

Anchor size depends on the boat's overall length and displacement (light, medium, or heavy). Manufacturers provide size charts as a guide, and for serious anchoring or heavier boats, some experts recommend selecting an anchor one or two sizes larger than the minimum recommended.

Will it fit on my bow roller?

Its single-piece design and specific profile generally allow it to fit well on most bow rollers and in anchor lockers, but you should always check the dimensions against your specific boat's setup before purchasing.

Is a specific type of chain required? 

While you can use different chains, Lewmar provides recommended chain sizes (e.g., 8mm or 10mm) for different anchor weights to ensure optimal performance