The super silent tunnel thruster is designed for exceptionally
low noise operation and is ideal for cruise ships where
low noise and vibration levels are vital. It has double
walls for the full tunnel length and a flexible mounted
inner tunnel.
Super Silent thrusters with double mounted tunnel
Features and benefits
- Exceptionally quiet in operation
- Up to 15dB noise reduction compared to conventional
designs
- Noise reduction up to 25dB possible using floating
floors and other efforts by the shipbuilder
- Low propeller tip speed further reduces noise levels
- Available with FP or CP skew propellers
- Simple to maintain
A typical installation consists the thruster unit with
double mounted tunnel, hydraulic equipment, remote control
and electric drive motor and starter. For ease of maintenance,
the thrusters design permits the drive shaft seal to
be changed without removing the electric motor.
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