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Aquadrive HDL42.680 – Heavy Duty Line Anti-Vibration CV Shaft System
The Aquadrive HDL42.680 is part of the Aquadrive Heavy Duty Line (HDL), designed for high-power marine propulsion systems where superior vibration isolation and thrust handling are required. The system separates the engine from propeller forces, significantly reducing vibration transmission and protecting the gearbox from axial loads.
In this configuration, propeller thrust is transferred through a dedicated thrust bearing assembly mounted on the vessel structure rather than through the gearbox. This improves drivetrain durability and allows the engine to move freely on its flexible mounts while maintaining smooth torque transmission.
The system includes a constant velocity (CV) shaft, a heavy-duty thrust bearing, and a gearbox adapter flange. The CV shaft uses two universal joints connected by a floating shaft that accommodates axial and radial movement while maintaining constant rotational velocity.
Main Components
- Constant velocity shaft (CV joint assembly)
- Heavy-duty thrust bearing assembly
- Gearbox adapter flange
- Shaft connection sleeve
Technical Specifications
Model HDL42.680 Series Aquadrive Heavy Duty Line (HDL) Maximum Static Torque 10,500 Nm / 7,750 lbft Maximum Propeller Shaft Speed 1700 rpm Maximum Propeller Thrust 40 kN / 9000 lbf Minimum Driveshaft Length 430 ± 24 mm (tube shaft design)
Typical Applications
Vessel Type Rated Power Crankshaft Speed Gearbox Ratio Displacement Boat 220 kW (300 hp) 2100 rpm 3 : 1 Planing Boat 420 kW (570 hp) 2600 rpm 2 : 1
Propeller Shaft Options
The HDL 680 standard version supports the following propeller shaft diameters:
- 50 mm
- 2"
- 2 1/4"
- 60 mm
- 2 1/2"
- 65 mm
- 70 mm
Notes
Application ratings are based on optimal operating conditions with approximately 2° joint angle for each CV joint. If the operating angle exceeds 2°, the permitted power should be reduced by approximately 8–9% for each additional degree.
The maximum allowable joint angle typically ranges between 5° and 8°, depending on propeller shaft speed.
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