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$ 547.56
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The Vetus BL25/500 is a precision bronze stern tube designed for 25 mm propeller shafts and measuring 500 mm in length. It comes equipped with a rear-mounted cutlass bearing and integrated mounting flange, ensuring excellent shaft alignment and long-term durability. The tube features machined slots for easy bearing replacement and supports water lubrication either through an external water scoop kit or a connection to the engine’s raw water-cooling circuit. This model is ideal for GRP or wooden hull vessels operating under marine conditions.
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Vetus BL25/500 Bronze Stern Tube with Cutlass Bearing Ø 25 mm, Length 500 mm
The Vetus BL25/500 is a marine-grade bronze stern tube designed for 25 mm propeller shafts, with a total length of 500 mm. It includes a rear-mounted cutlass bearing and an external mounting flange to ensure precise propeller shaft alignment and reduced vibration. Engineered for GRP and wooden vessels, this tube provides efficient water-lubricated operation and ease of maintenance.
Product Overview
- Material: High-strength marine-grade bronze
- Application: Water-lubricated stern gear for GRP or wooden hulls
- Mounting: Integrated bronze flange with cutlass bearing aft
- Shaft compatibility: Ø 25 mm
- Total length: 500 mm
- Inner flange (FLK) available as an optional accessory
Technical Features
- Rear section fitted with a cutlass bearing and mounting flange for secure installation.
- Machined slots allow easy and quick cutlass bearing replacement.
- Two water-lubrication options for shaft assemblies:
- Option 1: Water scoop with G⅜” ball valve, hose pillar, 1 m water hose, and clamps (optional kit).
- Option 2: Water feed from engine’s raw water-cooling circuit using a T-piece (18-10-18 mm), 3 m hose (Ø10 mm, DWHOSE10A), and 4 clamps.
- Includes a propeller nut with integrated zinc anode as standard.
Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification Product Code BL25/500 Manufacturer Vetus Material Bronze Shaft Diameter Ø 25 mm Tube Length 500 mm Mounting Type External flange with cutlass bearing aft Water Lubrication Options Water scoop kit or raw water-cooling circuit tap H (mm) 110 Tread (mm) 60 F (mm) 90 Key (E) (mm) 88 D (mm) 25 B (mm) 500 J (mm) 43 G (mm) 8.5
The Vetus BL25/500 offers exceptional resistance to corrosion and wear in marine environments, providing a stable and reliable stern gear assembly. Its design facilitates minimal maintenance while ensuring long service life and precise propeller shaft operation under continuous use.
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