SKU:
Vetus VRC25
ID
1415714
$ 249.20
1-2 weeks delivery time
Shaft Diameter:
- 25
- 30
Vetus VRC Rope Cutters are two-piece circular cutting discs manufactured from AISI 316L stainless steel, designed to prevent ropes from jamming between the stern tube and propeller. Positioned behind the propeller, they are suitable for Vetus stern gear systems and other propeller shaft installations. Available for Ø25 and Ø30 mm shafts, both versions measure 115 × 30 mm and are supplied with two cutter halves, nuts and bolts.
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Vetus VRC Stainless Steel Split Propeller Shaft Rope Cutter Ø25–30 mm
The Vetus VRC Rope Cutter is a circular cutting disc designed to prevent ropes from becoming jammed between the stern tube and the propeller. Manufactured from AISI 316L stainless steel, the cutter is positioned directly behind the propeller, viewed from the stern.
The VRC series features a two-piece split construction and is available for propeller shafts with diameters of 25 mm and 30 mm. Both versions are designed for use with Vetus stern gear systems as well as other compatible propeller shaft installations.
Key Features
- AISI 316L stainless steel: Material specified by Vetus for the circular cutting disc.
- Rope cutting function: Designed to prevent ropes from jamming between the stern tube and propeller.
- Two-piece construction: The cutter consists of two separate disc halves.
- Installation position: Behind the propeller, viewed from the stern.
- Available shaft diameters: 25 mm and 30 mm.
- Common dimensions: 115 × 30 mm for both variants.
- Compatibility: Vetus stern gear systems and other suitable propeller shaft systems.
Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification Manufacturer Vetus Product Series VRC Product Type Propeller Shaft Rope Cutter Material AISI 316L Stainless Steel Design Two-piece circular saw blade Position Behind the propeller Shaft Diameter 25 or 30 mm Main Dimensions 115 × 30 mm
Available Models and Dimensions
Vetus Part Number Shaft Diameter Main Dimensions Material VRC25 25 mm 115 × 30 mm AISI 316L Stainless Steel VRC30 30 mm 115 × 30 mm AISI 316L Stainless Steel
Supplied Components
The Vetus VRC Rope Cutter assembly includes:
- Rope cutter disc half A
- Rope cutter disc half B
- Nuts and bolts
Installation and Selection
The split disc design allows the two cutter halves to be assembled around the propeller shaft. The cutter is positioned behind the propeller to address the risk of ropes becoming trapped between the propeller and stern tube.
Select VRC25 for a 25 mm propeller shaft or VRC30 for a 30 mm propeller shaft. Both versions have identical main dimensions of 115 × 30 mm.
Before installation, verify the available space behind the propeller and the suitability of the cutter for the existing stern gear arrangement.
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