Description
Asset Class: Subsea Survey / ROV Handling Systems
Professional Overview
Manufacturer: Dynacon, Inc. (Bryan, Texas).
Model: 421
Drive Type: Hydraulic (Motor and gear drive configuration needs to be physically verified, as my previous assessment was looking at the ACE winch’s motor).
Key Features: Integrated diamond-screw level-wind spooling mechanism; open-frame marine design.
Application: Primary umbilical spooling and handling for work-class ROVs, deep-water towed arrays, or oceanographic instruments.
Condition Notes (April 2026)
The unit is palletized and stored indoors.
Cosmetically, the blue marine coating shows standard offshore wear and light surface oxidation, but the structural frame and drum appear solid.
The level-wind diamond screw is heavily greased and well-preserved.
Operational Status: Sold “As-Is” and untested. Requires pairing with a compatible Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) to verify motor and brake function.
