Seagoing steering systems

Product catalog summary

Overview: The document provides detailed information on the VAN DER VELDEN® COMMANDER™ steering systems, specifically the piston-type and rotary vane models, designed for sea-going vessels. These systems are products of Damen Marine Components, a member of the Damen Shipyards Group.

Specifications:

COMMANDER™ Piston-Type: Offers reliability and high quality with in-house cylinder design. It supports various rudder stock connections, angles, actuators, and configurations. The rudder torque range is from 1 to 425 kNm with steering angles up to 65 degrees. Available in standardised series or custom-built options.
COMMANDER™ Rotary Vane: Known for its compact design with a built-in rudder carrier. It features a self-aligning sealing system for fixed connection and high temperature resistance. Suitable for vessels with rudder torque from 40 to 1600 kNm. Available with two or three vane options, offering steering angles up to 65° for two vanes and 45° for three vanes.

Key Features:

Both systems comply with all classification societies.
Multiple rudder stock interfaces are available, including split hub, keyed tapered, and friction rings.
Compact and efficient design for space-saving installation.

Technical Data:

The document includes a detailed table listing various models of the rotary vane design, specifying maximum working torque, stock diameter, rudder angle, radial and axial loads, distance measurements, and actuator weight.

Contact Information: For further inquiries, contact details for Damen Shipyards Gorinchem and Damen Marine Components are provided, including phone numbers, fax, and email addresses.

Catalog excerpts

MARINE SYSTEMS REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF DAMEN MARINE COMPONENTS DAMEN MARINE COMPONENTS

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VAN DER VELDEN® COMMANDER™ PISTON-TYPE With its in-house cylinder design, the COMMANDER™ piston-type guarantees reliability and high quality. This steering solution offers multiple options in rudder stock connections, rudder angles, actuators and configurations, which makes the installation process efficient and space-saving. The COMMANDER™ piston-type is available in standardised series with different configurations but can also be custom-built according to specific requirements. The rudder torque range varies from 1 up to 425 kNm with steering angles up to 65 degrees. KEY FEATURES ■ Steering...

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Seagoing steering systems

Seagoing steering systems

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