Compact and efficient drives for underwater systems
maxon’s drive technology for underwater systems is compact, lightweight, non-corrosive, and highly efficient. Our Swiss engineered drive systems are applied in a large variety of fields and move under extremes environmental conditions - on earth and far beyond. But it is deep underwater that our motors really show what they are capable of.
AUV and ROV drive solutions
Sophisticated ROVs (Remote Operated Vehicles) and AUVs (Autonomous Unmanned Vehicles) travel underwater in search of scientific data, mineral resources or sunken wrecks. Their technology needs to withstand aggressive saltwater and enormous ambient pressure. maxon underwater drives provide efficient power for propulsion systems as well as high precision for robotic arms or scientific devices.
The advantages of our underwater drives
- Max. immersion depth of 6,000 meters
- High quality and reliability
- Low weight
- Compact and robust design
- High efficiency
- Optimum thrust/weight ratio
- Saltwater-resistant materials
- Low noise level
- Oil filling
Drives for ROVs and AUVs
maxon aqua thrusters are reliable underwater drives for ROVs and AUVs. They achieve a maximum diving depth of 6000 meters, using extremely high-powered, waterproof DC brushless (EC) motors.
They extend the service life of submersible vehicles and can cover longer distances with the same battery. For example, AUVs can cover longer distances with the same battery capacity. During the development of the maxon thrusters, the focus was on an optimum thrust-to-weight ratio. The result is an underwater drive that is compact, lightweight and highly efficient.
Thrusters
maxon Thrusters are designed and built to suit underwater applications. Customers have access to a modular system which includes an underwater brushless DC motor, a planetary gearhead and a controller. Added to this is the housing and propeller. The units are designed for use in seawater using mainly titanium and plastic, so they will not corrode in saltwater and can withstand pressures of up to 600 bar.
Key Features
- Maximum depth limit 6,000 meters
- Lightweight
- Compact design
- High efficiency
- Optimal thrust/weight ratio
Underwater drive solutions
maxon designs your individual underwater drive which perfectly suits to your application. You have access to maxons modular system which includes brushless DC motors and planetary gearheads. These components guarantee that maxon underwater solutions operates reliable, high efficient and powerful even in 6000 m depth.
Key features
- Low noise level
- High efficiency
- Access to maxon modular system
- Oil filled
The Bollard Thrust in both directions is specified as the thrust force. More detailed information can be found in the data sheets of the respective maxon Thruster models. More Iesen
Prices depend on quantity and size. The MT 20 is available at a quantity of 1,000 pcs. from 840.00 €/pc. Inquire now.
Yes, a compensator is always needed because the whole system is filled with oil. The compensator is responsible for the volume compensation of the oil due to temperature and pressure changes.
In principle, several thrusters or maritime drives can be hydraulically interconnected. How many drives are possible per expansion joint depends on the water depth and the size of the maxon drives. Please contact us if you have any questions. Inquire now
Yes, customer-specific modifications are possible. We will be happy to advise you! Inquire now.
No, we do not offer motor controllers integrated in the drive housing.
We do not offer any thrusters or maritime drives with encoders. For position control, the Hall sensors can be used if necessary.