Electric Sailboat Conversion, repowering your sailboat or yacht with skilled professionals here at SB Marine Mechanic can take you through the entire process of converting your diesel engine driven sailboat or yacht to electric propulsion. Installing an electric motor on your Sailboat or Yacht can be a great way to reduce your environmental impact while still enjoying the benefits of boating. However, it’s important to ensure that the motor is installed correctly to avoid any safety hazards or performance issues.
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Step 1: Choose the Right Motor
Before you begin the installation process, it’s important to choose the right electric motor for your boat. Consider factors such as the size of your boat, the weight of the motor & batteries, and the power output of the motor. Be sure to choose a motor that is appropriate for your boat’s specifications to ensure optimal performance. later in the article we will show you some of our best suggestions.
Step 2: Prepare the Boat
The next step is to prepare your boat for the electric motor installation. This may involve removing any existing diesel engine or equipment that will no longer be needed. exhaust system, wire harness, plumbing. fuel tanks, and then degreasing and painting the space.
Step 3: laying out the setup of all the components.
More space is needed for your Electric Sailboat Conversion than its diesel counterpart. space for battery banks, chargers, cooling system, monitors, lots more wiring & the electric motor. laying out were everything is going to go ahead of time. will insure a smoother installation.
Step 4: Install the Motor
Once your boat is prepared, you can begin the installation process. Start by mounting the motor to the boat using the appropriate brackets and hardware. alignment of the shaft couplings is crucial to have the propeller turn as smoothly as possible.
Step 5: Installing the batteries
The batteries needed to power the engine must then be installed. Make sure to connect the batteries in the proper sequence and adhere to the manufacturer’s instructions for proper battery installation.
Step 6: Connect the wiring & chargers
It’s time to connect the wiring after the motor and batteries have been fitted. This may entail connecting the batteries to the engine as well as any additional electrical devices, such as a controller or charger. To guarantee proper wiring connections, be sure to carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 7: Engine inspection
After installing everything, the engine should be tested. Start the engine and listen for unusual vibrations or noise. Make sure the engine is running efficiently, and the electrical system is in good condition.
there are many different sailboat – motor yacht electric motors and horsepower ratings to choose from. here is some of the favorites.
Elco 100HP electric yacht motor. Elco Motor Yachts has been at the forefront of marine innovation, proudly boasting a rich history spanning over 130 years. The company supplied 55 groundbreaking electric launches at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. The vessels, powered by Elco’s electric boat motors, swiftly captured the hearts of boating enthusiasts worldwide. ranging from 6HP – 200HP.
Torqeedo Deep Blue 100i 900 electric yacht motor.
- Inboard system with power electronics and 900 rpm for displacement sailing
- This new addition to the Deep Blue family delivers 100 kW of continuous, emission-free power, ultimate torque, low maintenance.
- Suitable for yachts up to 120 feet long, this robust direct-drive motor delivers the low rotational speeds necessary to efficiently power large sailing yachts and other heavy displacement vessels.
- ranging from 3HP- 135HP.
Electric yacht QuietTorque™ 30.0 LC Electric Motor
Clean, Green, and Quiet Electric Propulsion
