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Optispec Nozzle

By April 12, 2023November 18th, 2024No Comments
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Optispec Nozzle

Optispec Nozzle

COMPACT & FLEXIBLE

The Optispec nozzle is a free-hanging steerable nozzle that has been specifically developed for ships with small sterns such as those that are self-steering, cutter suction dredgers and pushers. With excellent forward and reverse thrust, the Optispec nozzle comes with a fixed rudder blade which can rotate through a 2×35° angle around the propeller.

APPLICATION

  • Various ship types. Especially suited for self-steering ships, cutter suction dredgers and pushers.

ADVANTAGES

In short

  • Requires minimal space
  • No sole-piece connection necessary
  • Compatible with conventional rudders
  • Excellent forward and reverse thrust
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MANUFACTURING PROCESS

Single weld
spinning method

Damen Marine Components has developed the Single Weld Spinning Method based on a single weld seam on the inner side of the nozzle. This machine can produce nozzles with an inside diameter ranging from 1,000 mm to 5.3 m outside. Using a completely automated system, the spinning machine can handle stainless steel, duplex, steel and special steel materials.

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