Rolls Royce Bow Thruster

Technical Specification
2 Units, Bow #1 on 2 Vessels
Type : Kamewa Ulstein TT1300 AUX CP
Quotation no. : 10-06-02457-BT1

Version : #00
Date : 29 Nov 2006
Author : Guro Kvalsund
Customer : KGS Denizcilik Ve Ticaret AS

Customer proj.no. :
Shipyard : Celiktekne
Yard no. : NB 73-74
RRM Unit no. : T12982-83
Illustration only
This document is the property of Rolls-Royce and may not be redistributed or reproduced in any way,
without the written permission of Rolls-Royce. Failure to do so is a violation of copyright laws.
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Table of Content
2 Scope of supply / Technical Specification...................................................... 4
2.1 General Information................................................................................... 4
2.2 Tunnel Thruster unit Controllable pitch ..................................................... 5
2.3 Hydraulic System ...................................................................................... 7
2.4 Remote Control System Helicon-X ............................................................ 8
2.5 Thruster Motor System ............................................................................ 11
2.6 Spare Parts & Tools ................................................................................. 13
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0 System Description
1.1.1 Application info
Type ............................................................................................... TT1300 AUX CP
Application..................................................................................... Auxillary use
Classification society ..................................................................... BV (Bureau Veritas)
Vessel type ..................................................................................... 14000DWT, Chamical tanker
Vessel class notation ...................................................................... BV Ice 1C
1.1.2 Thruster motor
Thruster motor type........................................................................ ABB M2FA 355 SC 4
Thruster motor number of poles..................................................... 4 Poled motor
Thruster motor cooling and protection........................................... Fan cooled - IP23
Thruster motor construction form / insulation ............................... V1 / F
Thruster motor operation ............................................................... S2-30
Thruster motor power..................................................................... 500 kW
Thruster motor nominal / design speed .......................................... 1800 / 1740 rpm (Constant speed)
Thruster motor rotational direction ................................................ Counter-clockwise
Thruster motor power supply......................................................... 3 x 440V 60Hz
Thruster motor heating elements power supply ............................. 220V
Thruster motor termistor elements ................................................. 1 set 135° and 1 set 155°
1.1.3 Thruster motor starter
Thruster motor starter type............................................................. Star delta starter ABB 580/400
Power supply for system pump unit............................................... 3,45 kW / 3 x 440V 60Hz
1.1.4 Thruster/Tunnel
Propeller speed............................................................................... 461 rpm
Reduction gears.............................................................................. K983557/K983556 13/49
Calculated thrust ............................................................................ 98 kN
Propeller tip speed.......................................................................... 31,4 m/s
Direction of propeller rotation ...................................................... Clockwise
Propeller blade diameter ............................................................... 1300 mm
Propeller blade design.................................................................... Skew design
Propeller type ................................................................................. Controllable pitch
Number of propeller blades ........................................................... 4
Propeller material, hub / blades...................................................... Ni.Al Bronze / Ni.Al.Bronze
Tunnel diameter, inner ................................................................... 1328 mm
Tunnel length ................................................................................. 1540 mm
1.1.5 Hydraulic System
Pitching time full - starboard / port ................................................ 15 Seconds (Approx.)
Oil pump flow ................................................................................ 13 l/min
Oil volume in thruster unit ............................................................. 95 Litres
Oil volume in gravity tank ............................................................. 110 Litres
Required oil volume for total installation. ..................................... 205 Litres
1.1.6 Remote Control
Type of electronic remote control ................................................. Helicon X
Required main power supply to remote control ............................ 220 VAC
Reqired Back-up power supply...................................................... 24 VDC (from battery)
1.1.7 Weights
Weight of thruster and tunnel (dry) ............................................... 2000 kg
Weight of electric Drive Motor and starter .................................... Installation info
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2 Scope of supply / Technical Specification.
2.1 General Information
2.1.1 Equipment Not Supplied
Scope of supply is defined in scope of supply / technical specification.
Not included in scope of supply are:
• Main insulation circuit breaker.
• Extra intermediate shaft(s) with coupling(s) and bearings.
• Shaft brake.
• Special mounting and dismounting tools.
• Piping interface to yard’s piping.
• Equipment for alarm and signals ( time delay and interlocking functions, etc.). However, the alarm
sensors are included in RRM supply.
• Cathodic protection of tunnel and thruster.
• Tunnel grids. ( RRM may assist in the design work.)
• Torsional calculations (normally included for electrical Thruster Motor)
• Oil and lubrication grease.
• External hydraulic piping.
• Electric cables with supports and protection.
• Cable glands.
2.1.2 Technical Information - Installation manual
Necessary technical information for shipyard engineering and mounting of thruster into the ship,
commissioning, starting-up and seatrial are part of the installation manual issued for each installation. Number
of manuals, see system description.
2.1.3 Propeller Blade Design

Tunnel thrusters are delivered with skewed propeller blades in order to reduce the tip cavitation tendancy. This
will give a major reduction of the propeller induced vibrations and therefore reduction of the propeller induced
noise.
2.1.4 Location of Tunnel / Thruster in Hull

RRM recommend adherence to the guidelines given in drawing no. 216841 "Location of Tunnel / thruster in
hull". An optimal location / tunnel inlet design will reduce noise / vibration excitation forces from the thruster
and maximize manoeuvring performance.
2.1.5 Torsional Vibration Calculation

If electric Thruster Motor is delivered, torsional vibration calculations will be performed, if required by
classification society. If another type of prime mover is delivered, such as diesel engine, the TV-calculations
must be performed by the engine supplier, then the TV-data for the thruster will be included in the installation
manual.
2.1.6 Workshop Testing

Thruster system is workshop tested according to the class requirement and RRM standard.
2.1.7 Corrosion Protection And Surface Treatment

The thruster unit is treated with one coat of corrosion preventing primer, and is intended for protection under
normal transport conditions and storage period. Inboard parts are finish treated. All according to following
spesification.
• Tunnel w/ motor foundation
- Sandblasting to SA 2.5 (ISO 8501-1)
- One layer of Epoxy Primer, Interguard 269 EGA, 088 / 089, approx. 40 – 80 micron.
• Thrusterunit
- Touch-up painting.
• Oiltanks
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- One layer Interlack DQE 322, green color, Ral 6019, appr. 50 micron.
• Thruster Motor
- Delivered acc. to the sub-supplier's standard painting specification.
• Thruster Motor Starter cabinet
- Delivered acc. to the sub-supplier's standard painting specification.
• Electronic equipment
- Control panel Finished painted RAL 9011, black
- Electronic cabinet Finished painted RAL 7035, grey
- Starter cabinet Finished painted RAL 7035, grey
•
2.1.8 Shipment
Depending on transport methods and delivery times, components may be shipped separately. Installation into the
ship and mounting of components are client's responsibility if not otherwise stated.
2.1.9 Safe Storage

All equipment is prepared for storage in dry and dustfree environments for up to 6 months from delivery,
according to specification given in installation manual.
2.1.10 Interfacing, Piping And Cabling

Interfacing between components supplied by Rolls-Royce Marine and components supplied by others are the
responsibility of the client. However, type of pipes and cables are given in the diagrams and mounting
instructions as part of the installation manual.
2.1.11 Installation, Commissioning, Starting Up And Seatrial

Installation of the thruster system in the ship and mounting of components are the client's responsibility if not
otherwise stated. Instruction for installation, commissioning, starting up and seatrial is part of the installation
manual.
2.1.12 User Manuals

Number of User Manuals is mentioned in System Description. All drawings, documents and sign plates on the
equipment are delivered in English language.
2.2 Tunnel Thruster unit Controllable pitch

If not otherwise stated the, thruster is mounted in the tunnel, ready for welding into the ship.
2.2.1 1x Tunnel
• Tunnel made of certified mild steel plates (EN-10163), equipped with two radial ribs and a foundation
plate for thruster connection.
2.2.2 1x Thruster Motor Foundation
The motor foundation for the vertical Thruster Motor is bolted to the tunnel. Bolts, washers and nuts for the
connection are included.
2.2.3 1x Thruster Unit

The thruster unit is bolted to the tunnel at the top and has a horizontal supporting bracket at the lower gearbox.
The unit consist of:

• CP Propeller hub cast in one piece, with the propeller blades bolted to the propeller by stainless steel
bolts. The propeller hub incorporates the main pitch setting servomotor and its internal parts are lubricated
by the hydraulic oil, a system for flushing of oil through hub is included. The hub is flange mounted to the
hub coupling on the propeller shaft.
• Propeller blades machined, polished and balanced according to the requirements of ISO R 484 class II.
• Gear housing designed as a combined speed reduction and pitch actuating unit. Gear house made of
Nodular cast iron.
• Propeller shaft of forged steel, hollowed bored and with a hydraulic mounted flange coupling for
connecting hub to shaft.
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• Spherical and Conical roller bearings to support propeller shaft and drive shaft. The thrust in each
direction is absorbed by conical roller bearings. Bearing lifetime calculated according to class
requirements.
• Gear wheels are of high quality spiral bevel gear type, made of case hardened alloy steel. Calculated
according to class requirements.
• Propeller shaft seal of radial lip seal 3 ring type, sealing rings of material perbunan running on a steel
liner.
• A Rope Guard is mounted on gearhousing to protect the propeller shaft seal. Cathodic protection is
mounted under the rope guard.
• Vertical drive shaft seal of radial lip seal type, running on an adjustable steel liner. Sealing ring is made
of Viton. The sealing is protected from dirt by a V-ring seal.
• OD-Box is located on the forward end of the oil distribution pipe.
2.2.4 1x Pitch feedback arrangement
Pitch feedback is mechanically transmitted from the propeller mechanism to the electrical feedback transmitter,
mounted outside on the thruster top.
2.2.5 2 Halves. Shaft Coupling

Flexible coupling, to connect the thruster input shaft to the Thruster Motor shaft. Drive shaft coupling is
mounted on thruster drive shaft , and on the Thruster Motor output shaft. The coupling can be removed without
removing the Thruster Motor.
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2.3 Hydraulic System
2.3.1 1x Hydraulic Module
The delivery contains one hydraulic module. The location of the module is important and shall be located in
accordance to RRM requirement.
Following hydraulic components are built on a module including internal piping and cabling:
• 1x System Pump Unit.
- Pump type: Gear pump.
- The hydraulic system including one pitch / cooling oil pump, with 100% delivery.
• 1x El. Motor.
- Marine squirrel cage type for direct online starting,
- Enclosure IP 54,
- Insulation class F,
- Certification ( IC 41).
• 1x Single Inline Pressure Oil Filter.
- Single inline filter.
- Equipped with a visual and electric sensor for clogged filter element.
• 1x Pitch Control Valve.
- Proportional control valve, load independent, combined direction and position control for electric
remote control and local emergency activation. The valve has incorporated sequence and safety valve
for pitch oil pressure.
• 1x Pressure gauge for pitch servo oil pressure, with shut-off valve.
• 3x Pressure switch (on/ off)
- Alarm low servo oil pressure sensor (on/ off).
- Alarm high servo oil pressure sensor (on/ off).
- Interlock Thruster Motor (on/ off).
- The pressure sensors are supplied with shut-off valves and control connection.
• Junction box for internal and external cable connections.
• 1x System Pump Starter in Thruster Motor Starter Cabinet
- Direct online starter with thermal relay for overload protection, start / stop push button with run
indication.
- The starter is incorporated in the Thruster Motor starter cabinet.
2.3.2 1x Gravity Oil Tank
The tank is equipped with:
• Oil filling / air breather cap.
• Sounding rod.
• Sensor for high and low oil level alarm.
• Sensor for high oil temperature alarm.
The tank shall be located to give a positive oil pressure inside thruster at max. thruster immersion. A calculation
sheet for tank location is part of the installation manual.
2.3.3 1x Hand Pump for emptying of thruster

The unit consist of:
• Hand pump.
• Shut-off valves.
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2.4 Remote Control System Helicon-X
Remote Control System Helicon-X for Tunnel Thruster with Fixed Speed Electric Thruster Motor.
2.4.1 1x Main Bridge Control Panel

The panel is facing forward.
The Control panel is made for desk mounting. Cable access is through a coverplate in the bottom of the panel
box. The coverplate can be removed for fitting of cable glands.
Protection degree is IP54.
The panel contains the following functions:

• Pitch control lever.
• Pitch indicator.
• Load indicator 0-110% - Corresponding to amperes through Prime Mover.
• In Command. Illuminated push button.
• Start System Pump Illuminated push button.
• Stop System Pump. Push button.
• Start thruster / In operation. Illuminated push button.
• Stop thruster. Push button.
• Emergency stop thruster. Push button hardwired directly to the Thruster Motor starter for stop of
thruster.
• Thruster failure. Illuminated push button for alarm and reset of alarm buzzer. (Common alarm)
• Auto stop. Illuminated push button for alarm and reset of alarm buzzer.
• System failure. Alarm buzzer and signal light.
• Pitch reduced Signal lamp.
• Lamp test
• Dimmer.
2.4.2 1x Slave Panel (#1)
The Control panel is made for desk mounting. Cable access is through a cover plate in the bottom of the panel
box. The cover plate can be removed for fitting of cable glands.

• Start Thruster / In operation. Illuminated push button.
• Stop Thruster. Push button.
• Emergency Stop Thruster. Push button hardwired directly to the Thruster Motor starter for stop of
thruster.
• Thruster failure. Illuminated push button for alarm and reset of alarm buzzer. (common alarm)
• System Failure. Alarm buzzer and signal light.
• Lamp test
• Dimmer.
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2.4.3 1x Slave Panel (#2)
The Control panel is made for desk mounting. Cable access is through a cover plate in the bottom of the panel
box. The cover plate can be removed for fitting of cable glands.

• Start Thruster / In operation. Illuminated push button.
• Stop Thruster. Push button
• Emergency Stop Thruster. Push button hardwired directly to the Thruster Motor starter for stop of
thruster.
• Thruster failure. Illuminated push button for alarm and reset of alarm buzzer. (common alarm)
• System Failure. Alarm buzzer and signal light.
• Lamp test
• Dimmer.
2.4.4 1x Electronic unit
The electronics are assembled in a cabinet for bulkhead mounting. Cable access is through a cover plate that can
be removed for fitting of cable glands. Location of the unit should be selected with emphasis on service access.
The electronic unit contains the following:

• Power supply
• CPU Microprocessor card
• Circuitry monitoring w/ alarm output
• Indication circuitry
• Keypad for adjustments, maintenance and troubleshooting.
Power Supply requirement:
• Main supply 220 VAC (± 15%) 50/60 Hz
• Back-up supply 24 VDC (+30% - 25%) (Battery back-up)
• Power consumption typical 100 - 200 watt
2.4.5 1x Thruster Alarm Unit
A PLC is assembled in a cabinet for bulkhead mounting in the thruster room. Cable access is through a cover
plate that can be removed for fitting of cable glands. Location of the unit should be selected with emphasis on
service access.
The alarm unit contains the following:

• PLC for monitoring thruster alarms.
• Alarm output for each alarm to the ships central alarm system.
• One common thruster alarm for bridge indication.
Power Supply requirement:
• 24 VDC (+30% - 25%)
2.4.6 Approvals
The Remote Control System is designed to correspond with Dnv's Regulation Pt.4, Ch.5, Sec.5-B. Type
approved by DnV, ABS, LRS, BV, RINA and GL.
2.4.7 Load Control System

The load control system is designed to protect the thruster and the Thruster Motor when it is subjected to abrupt
maneuvering or other load variations due to external conditions.
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The load control continuously monitors the power output from the Thruster Motor and the propeller pitch is
automatically adjusted in response to the load changes detected.
The remote control system requires the following signal from the motor starter:
• Motor current signal 4-20 mA galvanic isolated. (Full load at approx. 18 mA).
2.4.8 Interface to Electric Thruster Motor Starter
The following signals are given to the Thruster Motor starter:
• Zero Pitch Signal. A potential free relay contact (max. 220V AC / 1 A) for interlock start thruster motor.
The contact is closed at zero pitch position.
• Start motor. Impulse push button for start of motor (normally open - closes for start)
(Max. contact rating: 220V AC / 1A).
• Stop motor Impulse push button for stop of motor (normally closed - opens for stop)
• Emergency stop motor. Impulse push button for emergency stop of motor.( normally closed – opens for
stop) (Max. contact rating: 220V AC / 1A).
• System Pump running. Potential free relay contact from servo pump starter, opens when servo pump
stops.
The following signals are required from the Thruster Motor starter to the thruster control system:
• Running signal, a potential free relay closing contact when the motor is running and ready for thruster
operation. Indication light on the START push button on Main Bridge Panel.
The following signals are required from the Thruster Motor starter to the thruster alarm unit:
• Overload signal (high temp. in windings). A potential free relay contact from the thermal relay for alarm
indication in control panels.
• Emerg. Stop loop failure. Potential free relay contact from Thruster Motor starter, opens when wire break
or short circuit in emg.stop loop.
2.4.9 Interface to System Pump motor starter (may be incorporated in the Thruster Motor
starter cabinet).
Signals available from the thruster control system to the System Pump starter:
• Start System Pump. Impulse push button for start of motor (normally open - closes for start)
• Stop System Pump. Impulse push button for stop of motor (normally closed - opens for stop)
The following signals are required from the System Pump motor starter to the thruster control system:
• Running signal. A potential free relay closing contact when the System Pump motor is running.
Indication light in the Start System Pump push buttons on control panel(s).
•
2.4.10 Interface to Voyage Data Recorder (VDR)
The remote control system is provided with interface for VDR.
Signals available to the VDR:

• In command from each control station. Closing contact (potential free) when the control station is in
command.
• Pitch order signal. (Galvanic isolated at ROLLS-ROYCE)
- 4 mA for full starboard.
- 12 mA for 0-pitch.
- 20 mA for full port
Input resistance minimum 20 kohm
• Pitch feedback signal. (Galvanic isolated at ROLLS-ROYCE)
- 4 mA for full starboard.
- 12 mA for 0-pitch.
- 20 mA for full port
Input resistance minimum 20 kohm
• Backup control activated. Closing contact (potential free) when the backup control is activated.
• Thruster running
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2.5 Thruster Motor System
Fixed Speed Electric Thruster Motor.
2.5.1 General
Design references: IEC 92-301 and IEC 34-1 and Ship Class society rules.
Design is not limited to the above IEC standards.
2.5.2 1x El. Motor

• Three-phase squirrel cage induction motor with 6 contact points, one for each end of the coils.
• Motor type offered is based on intermittent operation S2-30 at ambient temperature max. 45°C.
• Protection is IP23S according to IEC 34-5 for the three-phase squirrel cage induction motor and insulation
class F / Temp rise class F. The motor is open drip proof IC01 according to IEC34-6. The motor is fan
cooled.
•
• The noise level figures are measured according to IEC 34-9.
• Motor is balanced with half key according to IEC 34-14 and ISO2373 class N.
• Motor colour is manufacturers standard.
The motor is equipped with following accessories
• PTC-Thermistors at 135°C, embedded in stator windings (one pr. phase), suitable for overheat indication
with signal to alarm plant.
• PTC-Thermistors at 155°C, embedded in stator windings (one pr. phase), suitable for overheat detection
with initiating of shut down.
• Spare PTC-Thermistors at 135°C, embedded in stator windings (one pr. phase), suitable for overheat
indication with signal to alarm plant.
• Anti-condensation heating, 1 element 220V. Frame size < 315
2.5.3 General starter information
Standard colors for indication lamps.
• Power available - White.
• Running - Green
• Alarm / Stop - Red.
• Stand by - Yellow.
• Space heater on - Orange.
• The starter cabinet is mounted complete and all necessary control signals are connected to a terminal strip.
The Thruster Motor supply to be connected directly to the Power bar, and marked according to standard.
• Earthing equipment is included according to class requirements.
2.5.4 Caution plates
• Caution plates to be written in English.
• Name plate to be phenol plate or brass with engraved lettering.
2.5.5 1x Star / Delta starter cabinet for Thruster Motor.
The starter cabinet consist of:
• Cabinet steel plated according to IP44 with hinged door for access and maintenance.
• Thermic protection relay, for shutdown of Thruster Motor as well as for the System Pump, and alarm
signal on overload current.
• Contactors for automatic star-delta starting of Thruster Motor. S2-30.
• Colour, makers standard RAL 7035.
• Anti - condensation heater 220V.
• Tubular fuses.
• Load Signal 4-20 mA. 20mA = 110% load.
• Cable entrance. The cabinet is arranged for Bottom Inlet.
• Contactor for DOL start of System Pump. The starter requires service power supply.
2.5.6 Instrumentation and equipment on cabinet door.
• Main switch.
• Start Thruster. Illuminated push button with green light when running.
• Stop motor, black switch.
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• Start System Pump. Illuminated push button with green light when running.
• Stop System Pump. Black switch.
• Thruster motor overload. Thermal switch with red light.
• System Pump Motor overload. Thermal switch with red light.
• Alarm thruster motor. 135 °C with red light.
• Stop overtemp thruster motor. 155 °C with red light.
• Start blocked red light.
• Power 220 V / 110 V for heating available white light.
• Power supply for System Pump and Control available white light.
• Power supply for Thruster Motor available white light.
• Blocking restart Thruster Motor yellow light.
• Heater on selector Manual / Auto orange light.
• Alternative power supply for System Pump and Control. Selector inside cabinet.
• Test / Normal. Selector inside cabinet.
• Amp meter for Thruster Motor.
• Amp meter for System Pump.
• Amp. Meter with red mark for heating elements.
• Hour meter for running hours Thruster Motor.
2.5.7 General
The starter cabinet is mounted complete and all necessary control signals are connected to a terminal strip. The
main supply to be connected directly to the conductor bar.
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2.6 Spare Parts & Tools
2x Filter elements (one to be used for commissioning).
1x Wrench for drive shaft coupling
1x Injector pump.
10x Fuses of each type
10x Bulbs of each type
1x Lamp tool
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Technical Specification

2 Units, Bow #1 on 2 Vessels

Type : Kamewa Ulstein TT1300 AUX CP

Quotation no. : 10-06-02457-BT1

Customer : KGS Denizcilik Ve Ticaret AS

RRM Unit no. : T12982-83

2.1.3 Propeller Blade Design

2.1.4 Location of Tunnel / Thruster in Hull

2.1.5 Torsional Vibration Calculation

2.1.6 Workshop Testing

2.1.7 Corrosion Protection And Surface Treatment

2.1.9 Safe Storage

2.1.10 Interfacing, Piping And Cabling

2.1.11 Installation, Commissioning, Starting Up And Seatrial

2.1.12 User Manuals

2.2 Tunnel Thruster unit Controllable pitch

2.2.3 1x Thruster Unit

The unit consist of:

2.2.5 2 Halves. Shaft Coupling

2.3.3 1x Hand Pump for emptying of thruster

2.4.1 1x Main Bridge Control Panel

The panel contains the following functions:

The panel contains the following functions:

The panel contains the following functions:

The electronic unit contains the following:

The alarm unit contains the following:

2.4.7 Load Control System

Signals available to the VDR:

2.5.2 1x El. Motor

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