Wind Force Calculations

General
Description: Analysis of force exerted at various wind speeds
Notes

• A reasoned estimate of expected holding strength (excellent bottom) of a 65 pound Mantus M1 anchor is 4,000–6,000 lbs
• 5/16" G4 chain has a breaking strength of 11,600lb
• Mantus S1 swivel has a breaking strength of 15,000 pounds
• M2 CH2 5/16" chain hook has a breaking strength of 15,154 lbs)
• For a good understand of the forces on your anchor system read Al's software analysis

Links

• Rode force: External Link

Pictures

Al's chart showing rode force

AI generated chart comparing a Lagoon 380 to a Seawind 1160