Vetus STE6012D - Retractable Thruster, Electric, 60kgf 12V

Vetus STE6012D - Retractable Thruster, Electric, 60kgf 12V

Enhance the maneuverability of your boat effortlessly with the Vetus STE6012D retractable thruster, designed for vessels ranging from 9 to 13 meters. Even in challenging wind and current conditions, this electric thruster ensures smooth navigation, making docking faster, easier, and more enjoyable.

• Optimum thrust without permanently increasing your draft
• Reduced noise and vibrations as it's not directly connected to the hull
• Optimized tunnel length for minimal losses
• Minimal exterior growth due to protected retracted position
• Suitable for stern installation where space is limited
• Flush lid design minimizes drag
• Space-saving installation dimensions

The Vetus retractable bow thruster stands out with its patented fulcrum design, offering a simpler, lighter, and more robust construction compared to other options. It features automatic extension and retraction, child lock, shear pin for motor safety, and electronic compatibility with CAN protocols for communication. Safety features include automatic shutdown, time delay on reverse thrust, and intelligent systems to prevent jamming, overloading, and blocking.

• Available thrusts: 55 kgf, 60 kgf, 75 kgf, 95 kgf, 125 kgf, 160 kgf in 12V and 24V
• Suitable for sailing and motor boats up to 20 meters
• Compatible with Vetus control panel (sold separately)
• Available in 150 mm, 185 mm, and 250 mm tunnel diameters

For a complete installation, additional components required include:

• BPJRC or BPSRC (joystick or button panel)
• BPCABC??M (cable control box panel)
• BPCABCPC (CAN motor control cable)
• BPCANHUB (CAN 3-fold HUB)
• BPCANT (CAN resistor)