Anchor Chain Calculator

Calculate how much anchor chain to lay out quickly and easily with Anchor Chain Calculator. A simple, calm way to anchor with more confidence.

The app takes key anchoring factors into account and gives you a clear recommendation in seconds.

Quick and easy:
Enter the water depth, wind strength and whether you are anchoring with chain or rope, and the app immediately shows you a recommended length.

Need something more tailored? Add your boat and anchors:
Do you own a sailing yacht or motor boat? Are you chartering a yacht for your next holiday?

Enter the boat details, including dimensions, displacement and available anchors, and the recommendation becomes more individual. Anchor weight, chain size, rode setup and boat displacement are then included in the calculation. The app gives you a recommendation tailored more closely to your actual equipment on board.

Ideal for sailors, motor boaters and anyone who wants a quick, practical anchoring aid on board.

Features:

* Recommended anchor chain length calculation
* Water depth and boat dimension input
* Support for different anchor, chain and rope combinations
* Clear, quick results
* Optional boat profile for more individual recommendations
* Anchor and rode setup assessment

Anchor Chain Calculator helps you assess the situation at an anchorage and choose your chain length more consciously.

Disclaimer:
This app is a nautical aid and does not replace your own seamanship or judgement. Weather, wind, swell, seabed, available space and local regulations must always be considered separately. All liability for damage of any kind is excluded.

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