Tecnadyne Equipment
Model 540
Brushless DC subsea thruster rated 22lbf (10.1kgf) forward and reverse, 500w input.
Description
The Model 540 is a brushless DC electric thruster for subsea vehicles.
Key features
- Rated thrust: 22Lbf (10.1kgf) forward & reverse, using RH & LH stainless steel propellers
- Input: 500w input power; voltage options between 24vdc-330vdc; +/-5v analog or RS485 digital speed control
- Weight: 4-6lbs (1.8-2.7kg) in air, 3-5lbs (1.4-2.3kg) in water (depending on configuration)
- Depth rating: 2,800ft (850m) & 5,000ft (1,500m) with 1 atm housings; full ocean depth when oil filled (PBOF, requires remote electronics)
- Housings: hard anodized 6061-T6 aluminum; Type 316 stainless steel or 6Al4V titanium
- Magnetically coupled propellers that eliminate shaft seals
- Self-contained electronics up to 1500 m
- Full ocean depth available with remote electronics
- RS485 or analog speed control
Specifications
| Thrust | 22Lbf (10.1kgf) forward & reverse, using RH & LH stainless steel propellers |
|---|---|
| Input | 500w input power; voltage options between 24vdc-330vdc; +/-5v analog or RS485 digital speed control |
| Weight | 4-6lbs (1.8-2.7kg) in air, 3-5lbs (1.4-2.3kg) in water (depending on configuration) |
| Depth rating | 2,800ft (850m) & 5,000ft (1,500m) with 1 atm housings; full ocean depth when oil filled (PBOF, requires remote electronics) |
| Construction | Housings: hard anodized 6061-T6 aluminum; Type 316 stainless steel or 6Al4V titanium |
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