Vetus E-LINE e-drive electric inboard motor 4 - 13.3 kW — 5 kW / Air

E-LINE e-drive built-in propulsion motor 5-13.3 kW

Added value: really quiet, Vetus quality.

Suitable as both a re-power solution and for new construction, the compact and efficient 48 Volt E-LINE packages enable quiet, environmentally friendly cruising with exceptional manoeuvrability.

 

 

Active electric braking
The E-LINE engine and the E-POD system accelerate more powerfully and faster than a diesel engine. In addition, this electric propulsion works without a reversing clutch. This means that when the propeller reverses, the entire high-speed electric motor must come to an immediate standstill and then rotate in the opposite direction. In order to be able to manoeuvre backwards quickly, such as with a reversing clutch, VETUS has developed Active Electric Braking for the E-LINE and E-POD. This uses the high torque of the electric motor to quickly and actively change the direction of rotation. With Active Electric Braking
it is possible to stop the boat within one boat length. Full control and a familiar way of sailing, with the advantages of a high torque electric motor.

Battery protection function

The battery protection function of the VETUS electric propulsion motor ensures that the battery pack is not unnecessarily overloaded and that the life of the batteries is longer than just the current sailing season. Discharging the battery bank below the specified voltage damages the batteries and reduces their life. To prevent this, the patented VETUS Motor Controller actively monitors the battery bank based on voltage and current consumption.

Boosted Battery Charge function

Another unique feature of the VETUS e-drive engines is the Boosted Battery Charge function. With the Boosted Battery Charge function, a 24 VDC charger can be used to charge the 48 VDC battery pack of the propulsion. This is an advantage since the 24 VDC battery chargers are used much more often. Furthermore, this offers the yacht builder the possibility to integrate the propulsion in a 24 VDC electrical system in a simple way.

Enjoy a long day on the water with peace of mind, now and in the future

Thanks to the cleverly applied water cooling you get the maximum power from the engine and the maximum range from the batteries. A full day on the water without limitations. With the control panel the energy level can be measured well and with the right battery pack you can sail all day.

The VETUS vision on electric sailing is compact, complete, highly efficient, plug & play and suitable for both new and existing ships. The VETUS electric propulsion is integrated with our V-CAN bus system and of course meets all emission requirements. Silent, infinitely adjustable and equipped with solid protection against overload: the ideal partner for a comfortable trip!

The VETUS e-drives (E-LINE and E-POD) work with V-CAN, just like the VETUS proportional bow thrusters (BOW PRO). This internally developed CAN control system ensures fewer cables through your boat, robust and reliable operation and is easy to expand.

Engine supplied as standard, including:

• MPE1KB Key Switch - All-in-one solution; V-CAN power supply, external 12V power supply and anti-theft
• MPE1MB Monitoring Panel - V-CAN Monitoring, Battery Indication, Engine Alarms and Engine Status
• Including cooling system
• Exclusive keel cooling system with closed circulation, this is advised for salt or very sandy water. With the help of the ELINEKC keel cooler (371,-) the coolant (VETUS Organic Coolant) carries the heat away from the engine and controller.
• Swap & Go engine mounts and engine mounts type EMX65
• Integrated thrust bearing
• Mounting flange 4” suitable for flexible propeller shaft coupling Vetus Combiflex (COMFL 314,-) or Bullflex1 (BULFL01 421,-).
  
  
• Excluding connection material 455,-:
  • 3x CAN cable 1 meter
  • 1x CAN cable 5 meters
  • 1x CAN 3 point Hub
  • 1 x CAN supply cable
  • 1 x CAN terminating resistor
  • 1 x fuse holder, type C100 including cover cap
  • 1 x Strip fuse (ANL / C20) - 200 Ampere
• Excluding remote control / control handle Vetus ELPS 837,-.
• Exclusive batteries and battery charger.
• Exclusive flexible propeller shaft coupling (for example Vetus Combiflex (1225 (25 mm) / 1230 (30 mm)) or Bullflex1 (20 or 25 mm) 421,-.
  Where aligning the engine and propeller shaft is often a time-consuming job, the Vetus Combiflex makes it easy for the installer.
  Even with an alignment error of up to 2 degrees, the propeller shaft remains perfectly centred on the flange of the reversing gear.
  An ideal flexible coupling for a propeller shaft with a floating propeller shaft seal and an engine on flexible supports.
  If the propeller shaft is at an angle of 2 degrees to the engine, the maximum permissible speed is 1500 revolutions per minute on the shaft.
  Torsional vibrations caused by load changes and/or as a result of uneven engine running are dampened thanks to the very flexible rubber element.
  This pre-tensioned rubber element ensures a play-free and vibration-damping connection between the engine and the propeller shaft.
  Thanks to the breakdown protection (both axial and radial), this connection remains optimally guaranteed.
  The non-conical clamp hub ensures problem-free mounting, and perhaps even more importantly dismounting (unlike a conical clamp hub).
  The propeller shaft can easily be cut to length: saw it off, deburr it, degrease it and assemble it, that's all.
  The Vetus Combiflex flexible coupling has a 4” flange that fits on common models of reversing couplings.
  Suitable intermediate flanges are available for Yanmar, Volvo and Kanzaki reversing couplings.
  Maximum permissible power at 1500 rpm 36KW (48HP).
• Excluding propeller shaft.
• Excluding screw/propeller.

Unique features

• Relax on the water with only the sound of nature
• Emission-free sailing with the performance of a diesel engine
• Low maintenance costs
• VETUS has a unique 5-year warranty on engines and a worldwide service network, so you can always count on support.

Available in 6 versions: EAir04024, EAir040, EAIR070, E-line050, E-line075 and E-line100.

The E-line Air versions are air cooled .

Air-cooled electric propulsion systems can offer certain vessels a number of advantages over water-cooled variants. Firstly, with air cooling there is no water inlet to block in areas where the cooling water supply could be blocked, such as in inland waterways with a lot of weeds.

Cooling is provided by a simpler system with fewer parts; a lightweight fan and pipework arrangement that requires less maintenance than a water-cooled pump, pipework and strainer. During the cold winter months, air cooling also prevents potentially costly problems with water pumps or pipes.

Dry weight

The VETUS E-LINE AIR models have a dry weight of only 65 kg, making them very light. The use of existing transmission equipment reduces the cost of the electrification project, and the compact dimensions mean that when repowering the E-LINE AIR usually requires less engine space, including provision for cooling air circulation, than the unit it replaces.

Mounting an E-LINE AIR engine is easy compared to many alternatives. Simply mount the engine, align the axle using the adjustable Swap&Go brackets and special engine mounts, connect a battery and you are ready to go.

Because the E-LINE engines are both a modular and fully integrated design, upgrading the system later is a simple process. With key components such as the engine controller integrated into the unit, it is easy to correctly specify a system and ensure compatibility between components, allowing more boaters than ever before to enjoy the benefits of marine electrification.

The engines in the E-LINE AIR series are all 1:1 direct drive, meaning that the propeller always rotates at the same speed as the engine. In addition to saving the additional cost, noise and complexity of a mechanical gearbox, direct drive marine electric propulsion systems provide an almost instantaneous change between forward and reverse.

RPM

With the VETUS E-LINE AIR models, the propeller speed can be controlled down to zero with the skipper’s fingertips and the change between forward and reverse is an instant touch of an electronic controller rather than the much slower mechanical change of a gearbox. These models have active engine braking, which provides even more responsiveness and control when reducing speed or changing between forward and reverse.

Running out of range is a legitimate concern for many potential electric boaters. As part of the VETUS E-DRIVE range of systems, the air-cooled engines are all compatible with NMEA2000 solutions via the VETUS CANV2N CANverter (285,-) and the modular digital CAN bus communication system VETUS V-CAN. This connectivity, unique to VETUS, combined with the E-Drive CANNS500 (571,-) battery monitoring shunt solution, means the user has crucial visibility of real-time remaining battery charge and runtime.

The new VETUS CANNME7 (1.592,-) multifunctional display is compatible with the CANNS500 Digital Battery Monitoring Shunt and CANV2N CANverter series and offers this rich and long-awaited information. In combination with the CANNS500 shunt, the display can give a much more accurate picture of the remaining battery percentage and therefore the usable range. If the skipper presses the throttle too hard, the remaining range is immediately adjusted.

Like its sister series, the E-LINE and E-POD, the E-LINE AIR series is extremely quiet for a carefree and peaceful boating experience. 

• 1). EAir04024 air-cooled 4kW motor with 24 volt
  
  
• 2). EAir040 air-cooled 4kW motor with 48 volts
  
  
• 3). EAir070 air-cooled 7kW motor with 48 volts
  
  
• Installation manual E-line EAir04024 , EAir040 and EAir070
  
  
• Manual EAir04024, EAir040 and EAir070
  
  
  
  
  Water-cooled versions:
  
  

The innovative liquid cooling system allows skippers to benefit from the maximum power of the engine and the maximum range of the batteries for a whole day on the water. The monitoring panels ensure that the energy levels are easy to measure.

The E-LINE engine is equipped with a smart, water-cooled 48V controller, specially developed for electric sailing, which allows the user to charge the battery bank with a 24V battery charger.

• 1). Eline050 the most compact water-cooled version with 5kW motor and 6kW peak power.
  
  Specifications
• Length (mm) 485
• Max. speed (rpm) 1350
• Voltage 48 Volt
• Weight 68 kilograms
• Maximum input current consumption 155 Ampere
• Height (mm) 335
• Width (mm) 504
• protection 200 (A) fuse
• Maximum output power 6.0 kW
• Motor type Brushless induction motor
• Maximum torque 45 Nm
• Cooling systems air and water cooled
• Indication for suitable boat length 4 - 7 meters
• Indicative energy consumption 1 kWh @ 6 km/h (3.5 knots)
• CAN bus V-CAN
• Manual Eline050
  
  2). Eline080 with water-cooled 8kW motor
  
  Specifications

• 3). Eline110

The largest version of the E-Line water-cooled engine family, with a peak power of 11.2 kW and equipped with Active Electronic Breaking!

This type of engine is suitable for boats up to 12 meters or 10 tons! With a speed of 1500 rpm in normal mode up to 1600 rpm in power mode and a maximum torque of 45 nautical miles.

• Installation manual ELINE050, ELINE 080, ELINE110

Specifications ELPS remote control.

• This control lever enables three propulsion control modes; NORMAL, ECO and POWER mode. Pressing ECO mode limits the maximum output power of the e-drive. In ECO, POWER mode is not available. When ECO mode is switched off, the e-drive is in NORMAL mode. Pressing the POWER button uses the electric peak power for fast maneuvers.
• Start/Stop command button with LED status indication
• ECO mode lock button for extended range
• POWER (PWR) mode button to provide full electric power
• LED and acoustic indication of the e-drive status
• Safe and easy proportional control of your vessel
• High-quality materials
• Stylishly designed aluminum bezel 61/16" x 315/16" (154 x 100 mm)
• Waterproof IP65 when mounted
• V-CAN CANBUS protocol certified
• Dual connector for multiple stations

Key switch for e-drives
MPE1KB Key switch - all-in-one; V-CAN power supply, 12 VDC cooling water pump power supply and anti-theft protection. The V-CAN and the 12 VDC cooling water pump are switched on with the ignition key.

• Compact design and high-quality materials
• Stylishly designed aluminium edge (85 x 85 mm)
• Quick mounting in a hole of Ø 75 mm
• Can be installed in a double frame (XTASF2P 167.5 x 85 mm)
• Waterproof IP65 (Dustproof and protection against water jets from any direction)
• V-CAN certified CANBUS protocol
• Power supply 12 VDC
• Reverse polarity protection for V-CAN output
• Switched output V-CAN plug 12 Volt DC, protected with fuse 5 Ampere maximum.
• Switched output 12 Volt DC, protected with fuse 30 Ampere maximum.
• LED indication when in use

Control lever for e-drives
The E-LINE and E-POD are operated using the ELPS, the V-CAN side-mounted control lever. The panel has a neutral switch as standard, which prevents the engine from starting when the control lever is engaged.

On the control lever you can choose between three engine settings;
NORMAL, ECO and POWER. Pressing the ECO mode button limits the maximum power of the e-drive. In ECO, the POWER mode is also not available. When the ECO mode is switched off, the e-drive is in NORMAL mode. Pressing the POWER button now switches on the electrical peak power for fast manoeuvres.

Specifications

• Start/Stop command button with LED status indication
• ECO mode lock button for extended range
• POWER (PWR) mode button to unleash full electric power
• LED and acoustic indication of the e-drive status
• Safe and easy proportional control of your vessel
• High-quality materials
• Stylishly designed aluminum bezel 61/16" x 315/16" (154 x 100 mm)
• Waterproof IP65 when mounted
• V-CAN CANBUS protocol certified
• Dual connector for multiple stations
• Or consider a more affordable pod motor or the Waterworld 4.0 i 7.5 i 10.0 i 20.0 i electric inboard motor 4 - 20 kW 48V
  
  
• Subsidy : Electric boat engines and lithium batteries are eligible for Environmental Investment Deduction and Arbitrary depreciation of environmental investments for vessels that are used commercially. The tax benefit can amount to more than 14% of the investment amount with the MIA\Vamil.

• Advantages of electric boating
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• How much engine and battery power do I need?
• How long and how far can I sail?
• How much money do I save?
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  and calculate it for your own boat.