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REINTJES RHS Hybrid System

REINTJES RHS hybrid propulsion package (60–630 kWe): gearbox, integrated electric motor/generator, frequency converter and coupling, with PTI, PTO, Boost and Diesel modes for FPP vessels.

Description

The REINTJES RHS Hybrid System is a complete hybrid propulsion package of 60–630 kWe for fixed-pitch propeller vessels, based on WAF/LAF 344–573 HS and WVS gearboxes. It enables silent low-speed running, shaft generation and emission-free maneuvering. Supplied by Karl Senner.

Package contents

  • REINTJES reverse-reduction gearbox with controllable PTO/PTI
  • Integrated electric motor/generator
  • Frequency converter, 60–630 kWe
  • Coupling
  • Compatible with various electric grids

Operating modes

  • PTI – electric motor only, for cruising, maneuvering and reversing with the diesel engine stopped
  • PTO – diesel engine drives propeller while the motor works as a shaft generator feeding the ship's grid or batteries
  • Boost – electric motor and diesel engine combined for higher speed and thrust
  • Diesel – diesel engine only

Benefits

  • Low-speed patrolling and DP below engine idle speed
  • Low noise and vibration at low electrical speed
  • CO₂, SOₓ and NOₓ reduction using an IMO Tier III / EPA Tier 4 genset; emission-free harbor maneuvering on battery power
  • Less main engine maintenance

Options

  • Hydraulic multi-disc shaft brake
  • Mechanical or electric trailing pump
  • Vertical or horizontal offset (WAF-RHS and WVS-RHS)
  • PTO for hydraulic pumps

Applications

  • Survey vessels, passenger vessels, patrol craft
  • Commercial, charter, naval and governmental vessels

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