Marine Z-Drive Azimuth Thruster
Application
A marine Z-drive azimuth thruster is a type of propulsion system used in ships and boats that utilizes a steerable pod with a propeller mounted on a horizontal axis to provide thrust in any direction. The Z-drive configuration consists of two propellers mounted on each side of the pod, which can rotate 360 degrees around a vertical axis and are controlled by a joystick or computerized system. Overall, marine Z-drive azimuth thrusters are a highly effective solution for vessels that require maximum maneuverability and control in any direction, and can provide high thrust and power output for larger vessels and heavy-duty applications. The choice between Z-drive or other types of azimuth thrusters will depend on the specific requirements of the vessel and the application.
Features
1.Driving type:Electric motor,hydraulic motor or diesel engine.
2.Available in CP or FP propeller.
3.Improved fuel efficiency, shorter trip times, decreased maintenance downtime and vastly improved maneuverability without rudders.
4.Depending on the client's needs, the product is customizable.
Main Technical Parameter
Model | RP20 | RP42 | RP85 | RP168 | RP300 | RP330 | RP550 | RP1470 | RP1950 | |
Max.Input Power (KW/HP) | 45/61 | 100/135 | 210/286 | 300/400 | 480/650 | 620/843 | 920/1250 | 1250/1700 | 1650/2244 | |
Max.Input Torque N.m | 200 | 420 | 850 | 1675 | 2800 | 3300 | 5423 | 14740 | 19500 | |
Max.Input Speed r/min | 2300 | 2500 | 2350 | 2000 | 1800 | 1800 | 1800 | 1000 | 1000 | |
Reduction ratio | I | 1.93 | 2.5 | 2.65 | 3.46 | 3.96 | 4.04 | 5.059 | 3.257 | 3.58 |
I upper | 1.7 | 1.64 | 1.65 | 1.53 | 1.63 | 1.53 | 1.647 | 1.286 | 1.286 | |
I lower | 1.13 | 1.52 | 1.62 | 2.26 | 2.43 | 2.64 | 3.071 | 2.533 | 2.79 | |
Propeller Dia.(mm) | Max. | 500 | 800 | 950 | 1150 | 1550 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2300 |
Min. | 700 | 900 | 1250 | |||||||
PAL Length (mm) | Max. | 2250 | 2800 | 2800 | 4250 | 4750 | 5000 | |||
Min. | 350 | 875 | 980 | 1400 | 1750 | 1700 | 2600 | 2800 | 3000 | |
Weight(incl.propeller and oil at PAL min)kg | 65 | 190 | 300 | 1370 | 2100 | 2800 | 5820 | 11000 | 16500 | |
Per 100mm extension kg. | 8 | 9 | 20.4 | 40 | 40 | 45 | ||||