Vetus BOW3512D Bow Thruster 35 kgf

€ 1.165,22

1-2 weeks delivery time
Price incl. 19% VAT

Type:

Standard
Fireproof

The Vetus BOW3512D Bow Thruster is designed for boats ranging from 6.5 to 10.0 meters in length and operates on a 12V electrical network. Mooring with this thruster becomes a breeze, especially in challenging areas for your yacht.

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Specifications:
- Thrust Rating: With a thrust of 350N (35 kgf), this thruster offers reliable performance for boats in its size range.
- Power: Equipped with a 1.5 kW (2 hp) reversible DC motor, it provides efficient propulsion.
- Tunnel Diameter: The internal tunnel diameter is 150 mm, ensuring effective water displacement.
- Weight (No Tunnel): The weight of the thruster without the tunnel is 12 kg.
- Voltage: The thruster operates at 12 VDC.
- Current: It draws a current of 205 A, with a maximum uptime and working time of 4 minutes. It features a 160 A delayed fuse.
- Battery: A single 55/105 Ah battery is recommended for this thruster.
- Cables: The recommended cable size for both positive and negative terminals is 0-11/35m/mm2.
- Battery Switch: It is compatible with the BATSW/BPMAIN Battery Switch rated at 250/12.
SKU
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B
C
D min/max
E
ØF
G min
ØH
BOW3512D
138 mm
314 mm
79 mm
300/600 mm
149 mm
112 mm
150 mm
150 mm
BOW3512DI
136 mm
345 mm
79 mm
300/600 mm
181 mm
157 mm
150 mm
150 mm

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 BOW3512D Bow Thruster is equipped 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 an 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 also be used as feed PUs with appropriate mounting kits.