SR Series rotary vane steering gear
The design gives smooth starting and stopping of the steering gear, and enables a precise analogue control system.
Unique technical solutions minimise noise and vibration levels
The SR series is suitable for small to medium-sized vessels. The steering gear is designed with integrated frequency controlled pumps. The pump utilises a reversible hydraulic pump motor together with a frequency converter to reduce the power consumption and to change the speed and the direction of the pump. The design gives smooth starting and stopping of the steering gear, and enables a precise analogue control system. The pump units are mounted directly on the rudder actuator, which lessens the need for piping work on board a vessel. Full frequency control means the pumps and motors are only running when a steering command is given, this reduces the amount of heat generated and leads to cleaner hydraulic system, improving the lifetime of components.
Key features
- Compact
- Low weight
- Easy installation
- Easy maintenance
- High positioning accuracy
- No external moving parts
- Up to 70° rudder angle
- Available with steering control and rudder angle indicators as one complete system
- Built-in rudder carrier
- Polymer sealings internally for optimal tightness
- Simple and robust components
Technical data
| Type | SR562L | SR562 | SR622 | SR642 | SR662 | SR722 | SR723 | SR742 | SR743 |
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| Std. rudder stock diameter (mm) | 120 | 160 | 200 | 240 | 280 | 300 | 320 | 340 | 360 |
| Max working pressure (bar) | 54 | 133 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 |
| Max working torque (kNm) | 16 | 40 | 70 | 110 | 170 | 275 | 412 | 433 | 650 |
| Max mechanical rudder angle (deg) | 2 x 61 | 2 x 61 | 2 x 71.5 | 2 x 72 | 2 x 72 | 2 x 72 | 2 x 44 | 2 x 72 | 2 x 44 |
| Weight approx. (kg) | 400 | 400 | 620 | 920 | 1800 | 2750 | 2800 | 3700 | 3750 |
| Max radial load (kN) | 175 | 175 | 400 | 600 | 700 | 855 | 855 | 1400 | 1400 |
| Max axial load (kN) | 104 | 104 | 200 | 250 | 354 | 370 | 370 | 480 | 480 |
Services and support
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24/7 Technical support
Our 24/7 technical support team is there to help at any time, day or night, wherever your vessel is.
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Conversions, retrofit and refit
We understand the importance of having the right parts, available in the right place, at the right time.
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Training
Ensure that your crew is properly and thoroughly trained. This will reduce operational risk, downtime and maximise return on asset investment.