surface drive system (sds) © 2012.france helices

SURFACE DRIVE SYSTEM SURFACE DRIVE SYSTEM (SDS)(SDS)

© 2012.France Helices

About France HelicesAbout France Helices

Founded in 1977 Manufacturer of:

The original Surface Drive System Propellers Rudders Zinc anodes and accessories Shaft Lines Bearings

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Naval EngineeringNaval Engineering

Product development Calculation study Pre-project Detailed project Study, approval, solutions Project management Commissioning Project feasibility Commissioning management Manufacturing management Launching, sea trial upon request

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ManufacturingManufacturing

Having our own foundry with a capacity of 3.5 tons for NI-BR-AL, iron, bronze, manganese, stainless steel, aluminium materials, ensures that we can manufacture within a specific time limit and in doing so, achieve the utmost in quality.

Our workshop, equipped with a wide range of the latest technology, allows us to manufacture all kinds of parts conforming to ISO tolerance specifications and to operate under the watchful eye of quality control organizations.

France Helices’ production capacity allows the manufacture of shaft-lines up to 10 meters length, and CNC machine milling up to 4.5 X 2 X 1.6 meters.

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Surface Drive System Surface Drive System AdvantagesAdvantages 15 % speed increase over stern drives Tremendous steering capacity at high speed ( U-turn in less

than 2 boat length) The ability to use the boat in shallow water The guaranty of performance The reduction of maintenance cost (Especially over water

jets) The possibility to carry out general maintenance without

requiring specialised engineers. The small amount of spare parts to keep in the inventory A world-wide assistance in 24 hours for spares or

technicians.

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Is a Surface Drive Advantageous for my Is a Surface Drive Advantageous for my Vessel?Vessel?

It depends on the following factors: Surface drives operate best at top speeds over

35 knots Use of the vessel (Patrol, Interceptor, Dive,

Ferry, Yacht) Hull Type (Planning hull) Engine Power Gear Box type

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The SDS PackageThe SDS Package

Each SDS surface drive is based on the same assembling principle. The drive is a mechanical package that transmits the engine power

to the propeller. The SDS surface drive is composed of 7 main parts.

The steering cylinder

The trim cylinder unit

The body

The lower sphere unit

The thrust box unit

The shaft

The propeller

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SDS DiagramSDS Diagram

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France Helices SDS SizesFrance Helices SDS Sizes

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SDS Weight TableSDS Weight Table

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What makes the SDS What makes the SDS different?different? France Helices has over 100 years of propulsion

experience Every SDS is designed to meet an application

and vessel target speed (Using our unique, sophisticated software).

Every project begins with a resistance calculation. France Helices is the only surface drive manufacturer that does this.

France Helices designs and manufactures our own propellers. No sub-contracting.

Highest possible quality of manufacture. All alloys are thoroughly tested and all units are computer and visually inspected multiple times before shipping.

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Screw SelectionScrew Selection

France Helices manufactures the proper screws for each SDS quoted

The screw is designed with the SDS Vessel target speed tolerance is within

1%. All propellers comply with ISO 484 Class

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QualityQuality

Standard warranty is 12 months from date of vessel commissioning. A special extended 18-month warranty is available at minimal cost.

Propeller thrust 100% guaranteed. Vessel speed (within 1%) guaranteed

under certain conditions. 24 hour service.

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Multiple control optionsMultiple control options

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Class ApprovedClass Approved

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Comparison vs. OthersComparison vs. Others

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Locations Around the WorldLocations Around the World

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Contact Us Contact Us

For a FREE, no-obligation quote, contact us:

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France HelicesAsia Marine Propulsion Pte., Ltd.10 Anson Rd., #26-04International PlazaSingapore079903Attn: John Miele+63-917-872-7988jmiele@francehelices.fr

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