The Switch single drives
With over 1,500 rugged marine-specific drives now in operation, The Switch single drive has been thoroughly certified and proven in all types of challenging AC power distribution applications.
The Switch Single Drives
Propulsion
Drive to connect electric propulsion or other motor to AC system. Both passive and active rectifier available.
Support for tandem configuration.
Power range from 800 A to 5600 A.
Shaft generator
Drive to connect shaft generator to AC system. Both inline and geared solutions available. PTI-PTO and PTH functionality.
Power range from 800 A to 5600 A.
Battery
Drive to connect battery to AC system, enabling effective battery use for multiple purposes. Load sharing with other energy sources.
Power range from 800 A to 1600 A. Several units can be connected to the same system.
Fuel cells and solar
Drive to connect fuel cells, solar or other DC source to AC system. Configurable amount of DC outputs.
Power range from 800 A to 1600 A. Several units can be connected to the same system.
Marine-specific design advantages
| No compromises in features, materials or solutions | 100% built for marine |
| Very simple and robust cabinet structure | Ultimate protection for sensitive components |
| Digital gate driver with fast measurements | Provides accurate data for condition monitoring |
| No du/dt filters needed | Simplified maintenance, save costs |
| Copper-based cooling system | No water station needed, can be connect to a vessel’s freshwater cooling system |
| Stiff pedestal and vibration dampers under cabinet | Smooth operations |
| IP44 enclosure for both power module and cabinet | Robust for the environment and protects sensitive components against failure |