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Vetus WCAPS Seawater Intake Kit for Water-Lubricated Propeller Shafts Ø25–50 mm
The Vetus WCAPS Seawater Intake Kit provides a dedicated water supply connection for water-lubricated marine propeller shaft assemblies. The system uses a water scoop to supply water to the stern gear installation, with a ball valve for controlling the water connection.
Each kit includes a water scoop, ball valve, hose pillar, 1 metre of water hose and hose clamps. The WCAPS series is available in two versions for propeller shaft diameters from 25 to 50 mm.
Key Features
- Seawater intake: Water scoop for supplying water to a water-lubricated stern gear assembly.
- Ball valve: Included for controlling the water supply connection.
- Hose pillar: Provides the connection between the water intake assembly and water hose.
- Water hose: 1 metre included.
- Hose clamps: Included for securing hose connections.
- Two available versions: Suitable for shaft diameters of 25–35 mm and 40–50 mm.
- Marine application: Water lubrication of propeller shaft and stern gear systems.
Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification Manufacturer Vetus Product Series WCAPS Product Type Seawater Intake Kit for Stern Gear Lubrication Application Water-Lubricated Marine Propeller Shaft Assemblies Water Supply Dedicated Water Scoop Intake Valve Type Ball Valve Water Hose Length 1 m Available Shaft Diameters 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 mm Connection Sizes G3/8 and G1/2
Available Models
Vetus Part Number Compatible Shaft Diameters Water Intake Connection WCAPSET 25 / 30 / 35 mm G3/8 WCAPS1/2 40 / 45 / 50 mm G1/2
Kit Contents
- Water scoop
- Ball valve
- Hose pillar
- 1 metre of water hose
- Hose clamps
Water Lubrication System
The Vetus WCAPS kit provides a dedicated water intake for the lubrication of marine stern gear assemblies. Water is supplied through the scoop and connected hose to the propeller shaft installation.
An alternative method of supplying water to a stern gear assembly is to use a connection from the main engine's raw water cooling circuit.
Selection and Installation
Select the correct WCAPS kit according to the propeller shaft diameter:
- WCAPSET: For 25, 30 and 35 mm shafts, G3/8 connection.
- WCAPS1/2: For 40, 45 and 50 mm shafts, G1/2 connection.
Verify the water connection size and compatibility with the existing stern gear assembly before installation.
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