Aquadrive (HDL) Low Manual
Aquadrive (HDL) Low Manual
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INSTALLATION
MANUAL
Thrust bearings
HDL 680 / HDL 700(HT) / HDL 780(HT)
CV shafts CV42 and CV60
General information
The Aquadrive system is well proven and has been
developed over 20 years in order to reduce noise and
vibration being transmitted through the structure and into
the craft. The constant velocity joint at the ends of each
unit isolate the engine vibrations from the rigidly mounted
propeller shaft and allow the engine to be suspended on
extra soft Aquadrive resilient mounts.
A further advantage of the Aquadrive system is that
the constant velocity joints (CV joints) accommodate a
certain amount of misalignment between the engine/
gearbox output coupling and the propeller shaft. Unlike
conventional universal joints, the angle of misalignment
does not have to be equal at each CV joint, (joint angles
are restricted by the power being transmitted and the
maximum shaft speed). We will be pleased to advise on
maximum joint angles for your particular application.
This ability to absorb misalignment can enable a simpler
installation to be achieved by avoiding the need for precise
engine alignment when using the Aquadrive system in a
conventional “straight” installation.
The designer also has greater freedom to install the
engine in a lower position to reduce the vertical center of
gravity and minimize the space taken up by the engine
compartment.
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Heavy duty Aquadrive
Aquadrive CV shaft
thrust bearing
Aquadrive
resilient engine
Thrust bearing Gearbox mount
support plate adapter
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1.1 Aquadrive with thrust bearing assemblies
These units are for installing between a conventional
propeller shaft and gearbox output coupling.
They comprise an Aquadrive shaft and thrust bearing
assembly. For the majority of installations, the propeller
shaft is connected directly into the back of the thrust
bearing assembly, using the machined clamp coupling
provided. (These are supplied already machined for the
majority of metric or British shaft diameters up to 70mm).
For larger installations, or where it is necessary to be able
to “end for end” shafts with machined tapers, flanged
thrust bearing assemblies for connection to the propeller
shaft half coupling can be provided.
The thrust bearing housing is resiliently mounted onto a
support plate constructed between the engine beds. This
support plate must be strong and rigid enough to absorb
the maximum loading that can be expected without any
flexure or movement.
STRAIGHT INSTALLATION
ANGLED INSTALLATION
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1.2 Aquadrive shafts without thrust bearing
An Aquadrive CV-shaft used as ’jack shaft’ between The Aquadrive CV-shaft alone from gearbox to V-drive and a
engine on resilient mounts and sterndrive. complete Aquadrive system to the propeller shaft
Splines
Model A B C D E B
90º aft
Sh
CL
90º
TYPICAL INSTALLATION OF
THRUST BEARING SUPPORT PLATE
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2.2 Positioning the thrust bearing support plate
This strong plate has to be able to take the full thrust of
the propeller without flexing. It also has to be positioned
accurately and transverse to the propeller shaft, to provide
for good alignment before assembling the thrust bearing
unit. When positioning the thrust bearing and supporting
plate, it’s critical to ensure that the available space for the
CV shaft corresponds to the correct ”V” length, allowing
for the required ”plunge” movement within the constant
velocity joints. (See section on measuring the ”V” lengths
of the Aquadrive). The thrust bearing unit fits behind the
supporting plate and pushes against it with the thrust of
the propeller. (i.e. it goes on the aft side of the plate).
When finally securing the support plate using the thrust
bearing assembly, it is recommended to replace the rubber
bushings with solid steel alignment bushings to prevent
the unit or assembly from moving or sagging. On
completion of the work, the steel bushings are replaced
with the original resilient rubber mounts. The way that the
thrust bearing support plate is positioned and mounted
into the vessel will depend on the type and construction
of the craft. It will also depend on whether it is being
assembled into a new build installation or being retrofitted
into an existing boat. The following methods of positioning
the supporting plate are suggested for guidance only.
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POSITIONING SUPPORT PLATE - USING CENTER LINE WIRE
Machine to close
tolerance suit Steel alignment bushing
shaft diameter. Aluminium drilling jig machined to
suit shaft diameter. Used to locate
Machined shaft supporting thrust bearing bolt holes.
brass bush, inplace of Liquid soap.
packing.
Locate temporary shaft support plates Thrust bearing support plate positioned
at suitable distance to avoid shaft dropping. using steel bushes. After support plate
(It may be necessary to fit more than one). has been secured the thrust bearing
must be installed.
Aquadrive CV shafts
RPM / Max deflection per joint
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3.2 Compound angle graph
8º
7º
9º
6º
5º 7º
4º
5º
3º
2º 3º
1º
V
1º 2º 3º 4º 5º 6º 7º 8º
H
EXAMPLE:
Vertical angle = 6 degrees Horizontal angle = 4 degrees
Effective Compound angle of joint = approx. 7 degrees
CV shafts without end caps: V-length measurements are taken between flange faces including the 2 mm (5/64”) recesses.
CV shafts with end caps: V-length measurements are taken
between flange faces excluding pilot recesses.
C
D
V length= A+B+C+D
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Pivot Pivot
distance distance
from face from face
V length.
Fabricated at correct
Jig flanges
Swivel
Spigot to suit
thrust bearing
flange Pivot
Jig can be made to fit between adapters, or between point.
or adapter. coupling faces with adapters removed. (Pivot point
Pivot point. must still be in correct position for installed CV shaft).
5. Corrosion protection
On completion of the installation, we recommend that the
whole exterior of the Aquadrive assembly, including CV
shaft, thrust bearing unit and adapter, is protected with two
coats of an anti-corrosion paint.
8. General data
M 12 115 85
M 16 250 184
M 20 480 353
M 16 187 138
HDL 680
1700 rpm 4 900 Nm 12 240 Nm
HDL 700
HDL 780 1400 rpm 10 000 Nm 25 000 Nm
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