New 22kW model added to expand VETUS electric boat motor options

VETUS, one of the first companies to offer an electric inboard motor for leisure boats, has unveiled the new E-LINE 22 kW as the highest powered motor in an extended electric propulsion model range. That E-LINE range now includes a total of seven motors. Three air-cooled models: the E-LINE Air 7kW and E-LINE Air 5kW with 24 or 48V architecture; and four liquid cooled models: the E-LINE 6kW, 8kW, 11kW and new 22kW. They also offer the E-POD 10kW Electric Propulsion System and a variety of bow thrusters including the RIMDRIVE RD125 and RD160 (the 125 and 160 refer to kilograms of thrust). Listen to this article as a podcast VETUS is one of the world’s largest sources for boat systems, with over 4,000 items available in their catalogue. The company operates a huge online store as well as having a worldwide network of hundreds of associated dealers and points of sale. First VETUS electric boat motor launched in 1982 They are known for numerous innovations designed to make life better for boaters, including the world’s first electric bow thruster for pleasure craft, introduced in 1982, and the original EP2200 electric inboard that was launched more than a quarter of a century ago, in 2000. The 22kW power of the new E-LINE is about equivalent to a 30 hp combustion motor, bringing all the advantages of an electric drive including instant acceleration, and torque of 130 Newton metres (96 ft lb). Read: Canalboat installs VETUS electric propulsion system All motors in the E-LINE range have been designed for easy installation on almost any existing engine mounts or foundations.The supplied Swap & Go mounting brackets, with motor mounts specifically developed for electric propulsion motors, can easily be adjusted in height and set to angle the shaft to 0° or 8°. This makes repowering and connecting to an existing propeller shaft a simple task. The patented VETUS E-Drive motor controllers (MCVs), specially developed for electric boating, feature an integrated step-up battery charger capable of charging a 48V lead-acid battery bank using a 24V power supply. Another unique feature is active braking, which gives users natural and full control over the boat. E-LINE developed as modular system VETUS range management technologies enable boaters to get the most out of the battery bank and for sailing boats, the company’s Sailing Assist firmware smoothes the transition between sailing and electric propulsion to optimize energy efficiency. All components are part of the E-LINE’s modular design architecture that enables boaters to upgrade their system at any time with different options in control levers, shunt, and displays. The system uses the V-CAN modular digital CAN-bus communication system. One of the benefits of a VETUS electric motor is the company’s range of compatible products, including shafts, propellers, seats, and more. Fully customized configurations tailored to the specific requirements of different boats are possible and are supported by the VETUS worldwide E-dealer network of experienced technicians for advice on both new builds or repowering an existing boat. VETUS pod motors and rimdrive Another solution for boaters looking to go electric is the E-POD 10kW Propulsion System that opens up space in a boat by getting rid of the engine box and through-boat propeller shaft of an inboard configuration. The E-POD combines the motor, suspension, cooling, gearbox, clutch, propeller shaft and propeller into one complete system. The RIMDRIVE RD125 and RD160 integrate the propeller blades of an electric motor with the rotor (the rotating part of the motor), eliminating a central axis and allowing water to flow through. The motor stator (stationary part) forms a tunnel along with a protective ring around the propeller blades. That enhances the most distinguishing feature of the rimdrive, its exceptional silence during operation. The E-Line 22kW is available now for vessels up to 15 m (50 ft) or 20 ton and all VETUS boat equipment products come with a 3-year warranty. For more information visit the VETUS website. VETUS website The post New 22kW model added to expand VETUS electric boat motor options appeared first on Plugboats.