Description
Product Overview
The Veth L-Drive, part of the Xanthis propulsion equipment range, is an innovative electric propulsion system designed for vessels where compact installation, high efficiency, and low noise are critical. This advanced L-drive integrates a permanent magnet (PM) motor within the vessel, minimizing vulnerable underwater components and optimizing space while delivering exceptional maneuverability through 360-degree thrust.
Key Features
- Compact Design: Extremely low mounting space requirements, integrating PM motor and thruster in minimal footprint.
- High Efficiency: Single gear transmission reduces energy loss; PM motor delivers superior part-load efficiency.
- Quiet Operation: Diesel-electric drive, water-cooled PM motor, and electrical control minimize noise and vibrations.
- Outstanding Maneuverability: Full 360-degree thrust control for precise handling in confined waters.
- Simple Installation: Few underwater components, no slip ring cabinet, and optimized mounting method reduce installation complexity.
- Optimized Hydrodynamics: Counter-rotating propeller with ’Shark Tail’ design ensures smooth water flow and minimal resistance.
- Lightweight Construction: Compact thruster design reduces overall vessel weight without compromising performance.
Technical Advantages
- PM motor integration reduces mounting height by 40–60% compared to asynchronous motors.
- Single gear transmission in L-drive improves energy efficiency and lowers operational costs.
- Electrical controlling reduces maintenance and eliminates hydraulic system complexity.
- Design maximizes every millimeter of installation space while maintaining robustness and reliability.
Applications
The Veth L-Drive, available through Xanthis.gr, is ideal for:
- Vessels requiring compact electric propulsion solutions
- Ships demanding high maneuverability with low noise levels
- Diesel-electric or hybrid propulsion configurations
- Retrofits where installation space is limited
Operation & Efficiency
- Compared to Z-drives, the L-drive uses a single gear transmission, reducing efficiency losses by 1% per eliminated gear.
- PM motors deliver higher efficiency at part load, with improvements up to 5.2% at 25% load.
- Electrical and water-cooled system ensures smooth operation and minimal energy loss.
- Preferred for projects where space allows for integrated PM motor installation.
