A chain is often used between the anchor and the anchor line (rope) to hold the anchor on the bottom and provide additional weight for stability.

You can also opt for an anchor line with a weighted front part in the line. This will have the same beneficial effect!

This is the rope attached to the anchor and used to connect the boat. It must be strong enough to hold the boat in place.

A buoy can be attached to the end of the anchor line to make picking up the anchor easier and to indicate the position of the anchor.

An anchor windlass is a mechanical or electrical device that allows you to lower and raise the anchor without manual effort.

The anchor roller, mounted on the bow of the boat, helps in the smooth lowering and raising of the anchor.

An anchor buoy is a floating mark placed above the anchor so that the anchor's location is easily identified.