The Racing Carbon hydrogenerator is designed for high or very high speed sailing boats. The use of carbon allows to save 12% of weight compared to the aluminium version
It is equipped with a controlled pitch propeller, functionning electronically with an hydraulic pump. The propeller pitch is setting automatically depending on the boat speed, ensuring a minimal drag and an optimal energy output. This model is functional for a speed range from 5 to 30 knots (Multihulls, Class40, Imoca…)
The Racing hydrogenerator has satisfied the energy needs for 95 % of the 2020 Vendée Globe fleet.
Reference : PK-610-600-PV/CAR
Pack composition
Hydrogenerator |
Nominal power 600 W |
Converter |
Max output power 600 W 12 Vcc or 24 Vcc autodetected 48 Vcc in option Input for solar panel 7,5-50 Vcc / 14 Amps |
Hydraulic box |
Led indication for pressure Pump with brushless engine |
Holding bracket |
Preg carbon flanges With cam cleat Locking pin Preg carbon leg 610 mm Variable pitch composite propeller 200 mm |
Other accessories supplied : |
1 low friction ring with its splicing rope 2 stainless steel forks to be fastened on the transom 1 bag with connectors 2 pre-assembled plugs and their cables 1 quick couple hydraulic |
Technical characteristics
Output at 10 knots |
24 Amps in 12 Vcc (300 W) with the maximum adjustment 3,5 Amps in 12 Vcc (40 W) with the minimum adjustment |
Maximum using speed : |
30 knots with the minimum adjustment |
Compatible batteries |
Lead battery Lithium Other : contact us |
Dimensions and weight
Hydrogenerator |
7,6 kg |
Converter |
1,5 kg |
Hydraulic box |
1.0 kg |
Three-phases cable |
4 meters length |
Pre-assembled plugs with their cable |
1 meter length |
Watt
The automatically controlled pitch propeller allows to use the hydrogenerator in a large range of speeds from 5 to 30 knots with a minimal drag.
One press on a switch-on and the pump allows the blades to move to the feathered position. The drag and efforts are reduced, facilitating immersion operation, even at high speeds.
For specific performances, we can design custom blades.