A boat propeller shaft, particularly for inboard systems, is a critical component designed to transmit power from the engine to the propeller, facilitating the propulsion of the boat. The propeller shaft passes through the hull via a stuffing box or seal, which prevents water entry while allowing the shaft to rotate freely. This setup is crucial for efficient boat operation, ensuring that the propeller receives the engine's power without any significant power loss, thus maintaining optimal performance and fuel efficiency in marine vessels.
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Clamp Hub Ø28xØ102 Female EP is designed for secure and reliable attachment in marine applications, featuring a polished surface for enhanced aesthetics and corrosion resistance. With product number 28-FM-102, it has dimensions of Ø28xØ102, ensuring compatibility with various components on your boat. Sold individually, this durable clamp hub is a dependable choice for maintaining solid connections onboard. The EAN code is 8720193025858, and it is produced by the brand Hollex.
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€ 192,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Clamp Hub Ø38xØ102 Female EP is designed for secure attachment of components on boats, ensuring reliability in challenging marine environments. With a durable female EP design that enhances aesthetics and corrosion resistance, this clamp hub features dimensions of Ø38xØ102, making it suitable for various applications. It is sold as a single piece and has the product number 38-FM-102, with an EAN code of 8720193025926.
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Propeller Puller is designed for the safe and efficient removal of propellers from a 25 mm shaft, making it an essential tool for boat maintenance. Made from durable steel, this reliable puller comes as a single piece (Product Number: 952500) and is available with an EAN Code of 8720193064406.
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€ 93,35
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Propeller Puller is a durable steel tool designed for removing propellers with a shaft diameter of 30mm, ensuring strength and longevity in its use. With a product number of 953000 and an EAN code of 8720193064413, it is sold as a single piece under the Hollex brand.
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€ 99,39
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Propeller Puller is a durable and user-friendly tool designed for marine enthusiasts, enabling the safe removal of propellers from shafts without damage. It has a diameter of 35 mm, is made of steel, and is sold as a single piece (Product Number: 953500, EAN Code: 8720193064420).
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€ 119,98
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Propeller Puller is a durable and efficient tool designed for the easy removal of propellers, suitable for both professional and recreational use. With a diameter of 40 mm and made from high-quality steel, it ensures longevity and reliable performance. Product number 954000, sold as a single piece, features an EAN code of 8720193064437.
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€ 135,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Propeller Puller Shaft Ø45mm is a durable steel tool designed for the easy removal of propellers in marine operations. It features a product number of 954500, a diameter of 45 mm, and comes as a single unit. The EAN code for this product is 8720193064444, and it is manufactured by the brand Hollex.
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€ 144,14
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Propeller Puller, designed for efficient propeller removal, is made from durable steel, ensuring a strong grip and easy operation. Ideal for both professionals and hobbyists, it has a diameter of 50 mm and comes with product number 955000. The unit is sold as one piece and features an EAN code of 8720193064451.
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€ 250,26
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Propeller Puller is a durable and reliable tool designed for efficiently removing propellers with a shaft diameter of 60mm. Made from high-quality steel, it has the product number 956000 and is sold as a single piece. The EAN code is 8720193064468, and it is branded by Hollex.
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€ 319,59
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal T025-043 is a state-of-the-art water-lubricated shaft seal designed for superior axial sealing along the shaft's length using a stainless steel sliding ring against a composite counterface. With features like limited radial clearance for precise positioning, long-lasting performance due to low friction, and effective prevention of leakage, it offers significant reliability and reduced maintenance costs. This seal is tailored for a 25 mm shaft diameter and a 43 mm housing diameter, sold as a single piece, and comes with an EAN code of 8720193027586.
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€ 724,67
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal T025-056 (8000025T056) is an innovative solution for water-lubricated shaft installations, featuring axial sealing through a high-quality stainless steel sliding ring that ensures a reliable and durable seal. With limited radial play and low friction resistance, it significantly reduces maintenance costs and enhances performance longevity. Designed for maritime applications, the product effectively prevents leakage, while adjustments for axial displacement from thrust pressure can be made. This seal fits a shaft diameter of 25 mm and a housing diameter of 56 mm, and is sold as a single piece under the Hollex brand, with an EAN code of 8720193026404.
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€ 724,67
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal T030-056 is a cutting-edge solution for water-lubricated shaft installations, featuring axial sealing along the shaft's length with a stainless steel sliding ring and a composite counterface. Its design minimizes radial play, ensuring precise alignment, while low friction resistance contributes to long-lasting performance and reduced maintenance costs. The seal effectively prevents leakage, enhancing reliability and durability, and offers adjustment options for axial displacement caused by propeller thrust. With a shaft diameter of 30 mm and a housing diameter of 56 mm, it comes as a single unit and is branded by Hollex.
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€ 724,67
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal T030-063 is an advanced water-lubricated sealing solution designed for efficient shaft installations in marine applications. It features axial sealing with a stainless steel sliding ring for reliable performance, limited radial play for precise positioning, and long-lasting durability due to low friction resistance. Additionally, it prevents leakage by eliminating creep and offers adjustment options to accommodate motor displacement. With a shaft diameter of 30 mm and a housing diameter of 63 mm, this seal ensures optimal reliability and reduced maintenance costs.
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€ 646,11
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal is an advanced solution for water-lubricated propeller shaft installations, utilizing a unique axial sealing principle along the shaft's length. Key features include a high-quality stainless steel sliding ring for a perfect seal, limited radial play for precise positioning, and long-lasting performance due to low friction resistance. It also prevents leakage by eliminating intrusion on the shaft and requires consideration of the motor's axial displacement during preloading.
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€ 646,13
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal is an advanced solution for water-lubricated shaft installations, providing unique axial sealing along the shaft's length. It features a stainless steel sliding ring that rotates against a composite counterface, ensuring a perfect seal while allowing limited radial play. With low friction resistance, it lasts longer than standard packing sets, reduces maintenance costs, and prevents leakage, enhancing reliability and durability in maritime applications.
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€ 747,48
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal is an advanced solution designed for water-lubricated shaft installations, offering unique axial sealing along the shaft's length. It features a high-quality stainless steel sliding ring that ensures a perfect seal against a composite counterface. With limited radial play and low friction resistance, it lasts longer than standard packing sets, reduces maintenance costs, and prevents leakage, making it a reliable choice for marine applications.
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€ 747,48
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal is an advanced solution for water-lubricated shaft installations, utilizing a unique axial sealing principle along the shaft's length. Key benefits include a high-quality stainless steel sliding ring for effective sealing, limited radial play for precise positioning, and low friction resistance for extended durability. It also prevents leakage and allows for adjustment based on motor displacement, making it ideal for reliable marine applications.
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€ 747,48
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal is an advanced solution for water-lubricated shaft installations, providing axial sealing along the shaft's length. It features a high-quality stainless steel sliding ring that ensures a perfect seal against a composite counterface. With limited radial play for precise positioning, low friction for extended durability, and the elimination of leakage, it is ideal for marine applications where reliability is crucial. Additionally, it offers adjustment options for motor axial movement, making it a superior choice over standard packing sets.
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€ 747,48
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal T045-083 is an advanced solution for water-lubricated shaft installations, offering unique axial sealing along the shaft's length. It features a high-quality stainless steel sliding ring that ensures a perfect seal against a composite counterface, allowing for limited radial play and precise positioning. With low friction resistance, this seal outlasts standard packing sets, reducing maintenance costs and preventing leakage, thus enhancing reliability and durability in marine applications.
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€ 747,48
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Hollex Seal T050-070 is an advanced solution for water-lubricated shaft installations, offering unique axial sealing along the shaft's length. It features a high-quality stainless steel sliding ring that ensures a perfect seal, limited radial play for precise positioning, and exceptional longevity due to low friction resistance. Additionally, it prevents leakage by eliminating ingress on the shaft, making it a reliable choice for maritime applications.
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€ 886,83
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How does the material of an inboard boat propeller shaft impact its performance and longevity?
The material of an inboard boat propeller shaft significantly influences both its performance and longevity. Typically crafted from stainless steel or sometimes bronze, these materials are chosen for their strength, resistance to corrosion, and ability to withstand the harsh marine environment. Stainless steel shafts, for example, offer excellent toughness and resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the marine propeller shaft over time. The durability of these materials ensures that the shaft can handle the mechanical stresses of transmitting power from the engine to the propeller without deforming or failing, thereby providing reliable performance and reducing the need for frequent replacements.
The precision in manufacturing inboard propeller shafts is crucial for optimal performance and longevity. Leading manufacturers use CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining to ensure that each prop shaft is crafted to exact specifications, maintaining balance and reducing vibrations. This precision helps in achieving a seamless fit between the prop shaft and the prop hub, which is essential for the smooth transmission of power. Utilizing advanced manufacturing techniques, these inboard propellers are designed to meet the high standards of the marine industry, ensuring reliable and efficient operation in various boating conditions.
What are the common types of bearings used with marine prop shafts to ensure smooth operation?
Common types of bearings used with marine propeller shafts include cutlass bearings and roller bearings. Cutlass bearings, made from durable rubber and sometimes embedded with brass or other metals, are particularly favored for their ability to handle the high loads and abrasive conditions typical in the marine environment. These bearings ensure smooth operation by allowing the boat propeller shaft to rotate freely while minimizing friction and wear. Roller bearings, although less common in marine settings due to their susceptibility to corrosion, may also be used in some inboard boat propeller shaft designs where sealed units can protect against water ingress, offering efficient rotational performance and reliability.
Stainless steel inboard propellers and custom propeller solutions are crucial for achieving high performance and reliability in various boating conditions. Boat builders often choose stainless steel shafts and custom inboard propellers for their strength and resistance to corrosion. Various companies offer a range of shaft sizes and materials, including A19, A17, and A22 stainless shafts, ensuring durability and precision. Custom inboard propellers and shafts are machined to exact specifications, such as SAE J755 standards, to provide the best fit and performance. These components are essential for maintaining the integrity of the boat's propulsion system, reducing the risk of issues like bent prop shafts, and ensuring consistent and efficient power delivery.
What maintenance practices are essential for ensuring the longevity of marine propeller shafts?
Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure the longevity of marine propeller shafts. Key practices include frequent inspections for signs of wear or corrosion, particularly on inboard boat propeller shafts which are constantly exposed to marine elements. Lubrication of the shaft and its bearings is also essential to reduce friction and prevent overheating during operation. Additionally, it's important to check the alignment of the shaft periodically to ensure it has not shifted, as improper alignment can lead to uneven wear and potential damage to both the shaft and associated components, thereby maintaining optimal performance of the boat propeller shaft.
Maintaining the boat shaft also involves understanding the specific needs and variations of your equipment. General propeller-gp and exclusive boat shaft solutions are available for different boating requirements, ensuring the right fit and performance. OEM stock parts, including propeller tapers, are known throughout the marine industry for their reliability. Contact us for more information on our selection of precision-machined, high-strength shafts, which are cut to SAE J755 standards and offered with quick delivery. Our products strive to provide exceptional and innovative solutions for all boating needs. We look forward to assisting you with the finest boat shafts and components to support your important boating skills.
What types of Boat Propeller Shaft do you have in your catalog?
Stern Tubes for Boats, Cutlass Bearings, Propeller Shaft Seals, Boat Propeller Nuts, Flexible Shaft Couplings, Marine CV Joint & Drive Shafts