The boat’s wind area, the ‘lateral wind draft area’ and the thruster’s tunnel
position in the hull determine the thruster’s performance on a boat. By knowing
these factors we can calculate the wind pressure on the boat and the centre
point of this wind pressure. From these calculations we can determine what
thrust is needed to counter the wind pressure with the given thruster position.
To gain total control of your boat, install both a bow and stern thruster,
leaving the main engines to propel the boat forward and backward.
Why do I need a Thruster?
A Thruster makes boat handling, especially in tight harbours, much
eaiser by gently moving the Bow with a small independently driven prop
without having to use the main engine.
I am buying a new boat but haven’t decided to have a Thruster
installed can it be fitted later?
Yes, there are plenty of installers around. It may cost a little
extra and will involve hauling the boat and a few days of installation.
What Battery power do I need?
Thrusters have very powerful electric motors and it is recommended
where possible to have a dedicated Battery close to the Thruster with a
separate charger. This saves the problems of installing expensive, large
cables from the main battery bank.
Can I install the Thruster myself?
The majority of the work involves choosing the location and
installing the tunnel. A suitably qualified person should always carry
out this work.
Can a Lewmar Thruster replace my existing installation/ I have a
tunnel and standard fit by another manufacturer?
Yes in most cases providing the tunnel has the same internal
diameter.
Manoeuvring around the dock area can be difficult, but Lewmar's TT Thrusters
make docking simple. The revolutionary design of the TT propeller, the latest in
Lewmar's long history of custom thruster solutions, achieves perfectly even
thrust in both direction for maximum control and manoeuvrability. All Lewmar
Thrusters have been extensively tested, resulting in a smooth, efficient and
quiet performance that will have you docking like a pro in no time.
Take Control. Enjoy your boating. Fit a Lewmar Thruster
As marinas get smaller and berths get tighter, safely docking a boat is more
challenging than ever. Thrusters give you total control of your boat and allow
you to manoeuvre into and out of tight spots with ease
Some good reasons why thrusters improve your boating
- Docking your boat is easy; it makes you look like a professional skipper.
- Boating is meant to be fun. Why end your day or week on the water with a
stressful experience?
- A thruster offers the help you need to be in full control when docking and
departing regardless of wind conditions and currents.
- Short of crew? A thruster makes you less dependent on having a skilled
crew. The independence a thruster provides will allow you to use your boat
whenever you want, whether alone or with others.
- Every boat can benefit from having a thruster installed.
Choosing the right Lewmar thruster for your boat.
Today most yachts or motorboats over 45 feet have a bow thruster fitted as
standard. The thruster will usually meet the expectations of most customers when
using the boat under normal weather conditions. The sizes used by boat builders
will vary depending on the boat's intended usage and price level. In today's
production boat's of around 45-50, the typical thruster will push the boats bow
against a direct side wind of 20-22 knots.
For boat owners who use their boats in more demanding conditions or have a
strong current in their local marina, Lewmar can offer upgrades to a higher
performance thruster. However, few pleasure craft need a thruster that can push
the bow against a direct side wind of more than 25 knots.
The boat's wind area, the lateral wind draft area and the thruster's tunnel
position in the hull determine the thruster's performance on a boat. By knowing
these factors we can calculate the wind pressure on the boat and the centre
point of this wind pressure. However the wind pressure is seldom from right
angles and many boat superstructures are quite streamlined so we can reduce the
factor slightly. From these calculations we can determine what thrust is needed
to counter the wind pressure with the given thruster position.
Our selection chart
To gain total control of your boat in combination with a bow thruster the
solution is to install a stern thruster, leaving the main engines to propel the
boat forward and backward as they were intended
TT Electric
For highly controlled manoeuvring in restricted situations Lewmar's
TT ELECTRIC Thrusters represent a move forward in design and
function. Easy installation and maintenance free operation are
benefits that will attract both builders and owners. A comprehensive
program of testing has proved that the new Lewmar Thrusters deliver
efficient, balanced and supremely quiet performance.
TT Hydraulic
A full range of hydraulic thrusters from 185 to 300 are available
with all the benefits of the standard range TT thrusters. The
compact hydraulic thrusters offer significant weight saving and
extend motor running time. Hydraulic versions need to be run from an
external power source.
IP Thrusters
IP Thrusters are certified for use in Ignition Protected areas
designed for gas boats.
- Ideal for wet areas such as Stern installations.
- Covers can be supplied as a kit. This would only be offered as
a 'waterproof' solution as the installation is the customer's
responsibility.
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including Di-n-hexyl Phthalate (DnHP)
which is known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm, and
Vinyl Chloride which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For
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