Contra Rotation Azimuth Thruster
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Contra Rotation Azimuth Thruster

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Product Description

Full power
  • From 100 to 997 kilowatts
  • Low noise: Reduced noise due to lower blade load
  • Green propulsion: Suited for biodegradable lubrication oil

ZF Azimuth Thrusters allow unmatched maneuverability for all types of ships in commercial applications. The Contra Rotation Azimuth Thruster is a rudder propeller with contra rotating propellers. The lower blade load leads to reduction in noise and vibrations and ensures high sailing comfort. The thruster can be found in high performance applications as river going passenger vessels. The thruster is designed with a performance range of 100-997 kW.

Options

All ZF Azimuth Thrusters are developed and produced in-house and thus, can be customized according to the customer’s wishes.

  • Z-drive or L-drive
  • Control system ThrusterCommand is integral part of the propulsion system
Possible Mounting configurations
  • Well mounted from top
  • Well mounted from bottom
  • Weld-in
  • Well shape and height can be chosen to best suit the vessel design
Standard well shapes
  • Round
  • Rectangular
  • Hexagonal
Drive options
  • Diesel engine, using upper gearbox and wet or dry clutch (Z-drive)
  • Electric motor, both horizontal (Z-drive) and vertical (L-drive)
  • Hydraulic motor (L-drive)
Steering of the thruster
  • Electric or hydraulic steering
Cooling
  • Sea water
  • Fresh water
Propeller
  • Counter rotating fixed pitch propellers
  • Rope cutters
  • Anodes on underwater gearbox to protect the thruster
  • Resilient suspension to reduce vibrations
  • Suction tube – e.g. oil sampling from under water gearbox of oil flushing system
  • Classification by all major classification societies
  • Available with Condition Monitoring System

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