Vetus BOW22024D Bow Thruster 220 kgf

Specifications:

• Thrust Rating: With an impressive thrust of 2200N (220 kgf) at 24V, this thruster offers exceptional control for larger vessels.
• Power: The thruster is equipped with an 11 kW (15 hp) reversible DC motor, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Tunnel Diameter: The internal tunnel diameter is 300 mm, providing efficient water displacement for precise maneuvering.
• Weight (No Tunnel): The weight of the thruster without the tunnel is 68 kg.
• 24VDC: Operating at 24VDC, the thruster draws a current of 760 A, with a maximum uptime and working time of 2.5 minutes. It features a 500 A delayed fuse.
• Battery: The thruster requires 2x200/4x165 Ah batteries for optimal performance.
• Cables: The recommended cable size for both positive and negative terminals is 0-12/120 m/mm2.
• Battery Switch: It is compatible with the BATSW/BPMAIN Battery Switch rated at 600/24.

• Vetus thrusters have typical PPR approval
• Only one screw creates less turbulence in the flow of water in the tunnel
• The unique design of the Vetus propeller blades significantly reduces cavitation noise
• Helicoidal gearbox minimizes transmission noise
• Elastic coupling between gearbox and motor reduces vibration
• Streamlined tail shape reduces turbulence
• Screw made of synthetic material of high strength, no corrosion
• Easy installation, complete and detailed installation and use instructions
• A new line of high-quality control panels that are interchangeable with older models.
• Meet EMC requirements



Features of Vetus Thrusters:

• PPR Approval: Vetus thrusters meet typical PPR approval standards.
• Efficient Propeller: The unique design of the Vetus propeller blades reduces cavitation noise and minimizes turbulence in the water flow within the tunnel.
• Helicoidal Gearbox: The helicoidal gearbox design minimizes transmission noise.
• Elastic Coupling: An elastic coupling between the gearbox and motor reduces vibration.
• Streamlined Tail Shape: The streamlined tail shape of the thruster further reduces turbulence during operation.
• Synthetic Material: The screw is made of high-strength synthetic material, ensuring resistance to corrosion.
• Easy Installation: Installation is straightforward with complete and detailed installation and use instructions provided.
• Control Panels: Vetus offers a new line of high-quality control panels that are interchangeable with older models, ensuring ease of use and compatibility.
• EMC Compliance: Vetus thrusters meet EMC requirements.



The Vetus BOW22024D Bow Thruster comes with a special fire fighting version designed to ensure safety when using a gasoline engine and an electric fore or aft PU simultaneously. This protective device complies with the ISO 8846 Marine Standard ("fire fighting version") and includes a watertight (IP65) casing for the electric motor and relay, seals, electrical connectors, and fasteners. It also features an automatic fuse replacement mechanism, eliminating the need to remove the protective casing. Fire fighting versions are available for nose tilting units with thrust ratings of 55, 75, 95, and 125 kgf for both 12V and 24V systems and can be used as feed PUs with appropriate mounting kits.