Azimuth Thruster (Rexpeller®)
Rexpeller, the "King of Propellers," is the name of Kawasaki's outstanding line of azimuth thrusters.
A fully azimuth-steerable thruster, the Rexpeller works as a propulsor and a rudder all in one.
Since 1983 Kawasaki has been a leading supplier of azimuth thrusters, providing its Rexpeller for a wide array of vessels, from tugboats to cable layers, and other workboats as well as offshore vessels like drillships, supply boats and more.
Since the propeller rotates 360 degrees around its vertical axis, the thruster can perform double duty, propelling as well as steering a vessel. Able to generate thrust in any direction, the Rexpeller not only delivers excellent maneuverability but maintains superior positional accuracy as well. The crash astern function significantly shortens a vessel's stopping distance.
Features
Extensive product line
- Wide range of input power to meet virtually any vessel specifications
Input power: up to 6,500 kW
Powerful thrust
- High-efficiency duct (kort nozzle), small pod and large-diameter propeller generate stronger bollard thrust
Low vibration and low noise
- Adaption of the skewed propeller and optimized design stiffness minimize vibration and noise
Easy installation and maintenance
- Compact design with built-in clutch and hydraulic components
Built lightweight but robust
- Optimized component design with the latest in finite element method (FEM) analysis
Available with controllable pitch propeller (CPP) or fixed pitch propeller (FPP)
Can be installed with either L or Z drive configuration
with diesel engine
with horizontal motor
with vertical motor
with diesel engine
Control unit
- Easy operation for highly accurate control. Work with navigational devices and positioning system to enable autopilot and dynamic positioning.
Can be coupled to protective devices such as automatic load control (ALC) and overload protection (OLP) systems (for CPP)
Shockless hydraulic clutch
- Reduce the shock of on/off type clutch engagement by automatically controlling the hydraulic oil flow rate.
[Option]
The slipping clutch allows for more fine-tuned vessel operation.
Product Lineup
We Offer an extensive range of azimuth thrusters for various types of vessels.
Click the link to find out more about each product.
Applications
"Jasmine Knutsen"
147,500DWT Shuttle Tanker
CPP x 1
Retractable type Rexpeller x 2
Side Thruster x 1
"Pacific Excellent"
70m Anchor Handling Supply Tug
Rexpeller x 2
Side Thruster x 2
Brochures
Service Locations
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Ridderkerk, The Netherlands
Wilhelmshaven, Germany
Zaltbommel, The Netherlands
Ravensburg, Germany
Moscow, Russia
Dubai, UAE
Dubai, UAE
Sharjah, UAE
Mumbai, India
Delhi, India
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore
Dalian, China
Beijing, China
Shanghai, China
Shanghai, China
Hong Kong, China
Taipei, Taiwan
Busan, Korea
Busan, Korea
Kobe, Japan
Tokyo, Japan
Seatle, USA
Houston, USA
New York, USA
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Santos, Brazil
Itajai SC, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Main Office
| Kobe Works Marine Machinery Dept. PROFILE AND MAP |
1-1, Higashi-Kawasaki-cho 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650- 8670, Japan Parts Sales Section Tel: +81-78-682-5321/ Fax: +81-78-682-5549 E-mail : marine-machinery-sales-e@khi.co.jp |
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| Tokyo Head Office Marine Machinery Dept. PROFILE AND MAP |
14-5, Kaigan 1-chome, Minatoku, Tokyo 105-8315, Japan Overseas Sales Section Tel: +81-3-3435-2374/ Fax: +81-3-3435-2022 |
Regional Key Contact Point
| Amsterdam, The Netherlands Kawasaki Heavy Industries (Europe) B.V. |
Tel:+31-20-6446869/ Fax:+31-20-6425725 E-mail: diesel@keb.nl |
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| Hong Kong, China Kawasaki Heavy Industries (H.K.) Ltd. |
Tel:+852-2522-3560/ Fax:+852-2845-2905 E-mail: khi_hk@khihk.com.hk |
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Singapore Kawasaki Heavy Industries (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. |
Tel:+65-6225-5133/ Fax:+65-6224-9029 E-mail: cs3_info@khi.co.jp |
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Kawasaki Machinery do Brasil Maquinas e Equipamentos Ltda. （Rio de Janeiro Office） |
Tel:+55-21-2226-3938 / Fax:+55-21-2225-3613 E-mail: service@kawasakijuko.com.br |
Overseas Office
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Beijing, China Beijing Office |
Tel:+86-10-6505-1350 / Fax:+86-10-6505-1351 |
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Shanghai, China Kawasaki Heavy Industries Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. |
Tel:+86-21-3366-3100 / Fax:+86-21-3366-3108 |
| Taipei, Taiwan Taipei Office |
Tel:+886-2-2322-1752 / Fax:+886-2-2322-5009 |
| Delhi, India Delhi Office |
Tel:+91-11-4358-3531 / Fax:+91-11-4358-3532 |
| Moscow, Russia Moscow Office |
Tel:+7-495-258-2115 / Fax:+7-495-258-2116 |
| New York, USA Kawasaki Heavy Industries(USA), Inc. |
Tel:+1-917-475-1195 / Fax:+1-917-475-1392 |
| Houston, USA Kawasaki Heavy Industries (USA), Inc. (Houston Branch) |
Tel:+1-713-654-8981 / Fax:+1-713-654-8187 |
| Dubai, UAE Kawasaki Heavy Industries Middle East FZE |
Tel:+971-4-214-6730 / Fax:+971-4-214-6729 |
| Sao Paulo, Brazil Kawasaki Machinery do Brasil Maquinas e Equipamentos Ltda. |
Tel:+55-11-3266-3318 / Fax:+55-11-3289-2788 |
Service Station
- Ravensburg, Germany
Andritz Hydro GmbH - Wilhelmshaven, Germany
Turbo-Technik Reparature-Werft GmbH & Co. KG - Zaltbommel, The Netherlands
Promac BV - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Wetering Rotterdam - Ridderkerk, The Netherlands
Nabmic b.v. Netherlands (Remote Control System) - Singapore
Polestar Marine Consultants Pte. Ltd. - Singapore
Nabtesco Marine Service Singapore Pte Ltd. (Remote Control System) - Busan, Korea
Hasung Marine Corp. - Busan, Korea
Jonghap Maritime Inc. - Busan, Korea
Plus Engineering Co.Ltd. - Shanghai, China
Shanghai Wenyuan Marine Equipment Co.Ltd. - Dalian, China
Dalian Wanfang Marine Technology Co.Ltd. - Mumbai, India
Ind-Aust Maritime Pvt.Ltd. - Seatle, USA
NW Propeller OperationsInc. - Dubai, UAE
Albwardy Marine Engineering L.L.C - Sharjah, UAE
Technology Ventures Middle East FZC - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Naproservice Offshore Estaleiros do Brasil Ltda. - Itajai SC, Brazil
Detroit Brasil Ltda. - Santos, Brazil
Metalock Brasil Ltda.
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