XSTREAM MARINE MULTI-PURPOSE ELECTRIC WINCH - ALM SERIES

Lightweight Aluminum Solution for Agile Oceanographic & Geophysical Research

Product Overview The Xstream Marine ALM Series (ALM-30 / ALM-50 / ALM-125) represents the "Agile-Lightweight-Marine" tier of Xstream’s winch portfolio. While the SSP series focuses on stainless steel durability and the QI series on general-purpose power, the ALM series is engineered using 5052 Marine-Grade Aluminum. This provides an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, making it the premier choice for Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs), small survey launches, and vessels where deck load capacity is strictly limited.

Designed for rapid deployment, the ALM series excels in high-precision vertical profiling and light-towed applications. It combines a fully electric, maintenance-free drive with advanced cable management features, ensuring that sensitive data cables—such as those for CTDs, side-scan sonars, and magnetometers—are handled with centimetric precision.

Why Choose the Xstream Marine ALM Series?

• Optimized Strength-to-Weight: The 5052 Aluminum construction significantly reduces the overall winch weight (starting at just 350 kg), allowing for easier mobilization and lower impact on vessel stability.
• Corrosion-Resistant Performance: Naturally resistant to the harsh marine environment, the aluminum frame is complemented by IP66-rated electronics, ensuring longevity in both salt spray and tropical humidity.
• Precision Spooling: Every ALM model features an integrated ACME Screw level wind system. This ensures that even small-diameter cables (as thin as 6mm) are spooled perfectly to prevent overlap and signal noise.
• All-Electric Reliability: Fully electric drive eliminates hydraulic fluids, reducing environmental risk and providing near-silent operation—critical for sensitive acoustic surveys.
• Intelligent Handling: The system supports "Safe Start" and "Drive Reset" functions directly from the remote, protecting subsea sensors from sudden tension spikes during recovery.