Variprofile 2-Blade Propeller
The Variprofile 2-Blade stopped production in 2020 and is no longer available, however parts for the 2-Blade are available.
The 2-blade VARIPROFILE is suitable for smaller sailing yachts with a maximun engine performance of 75 HP and is a brilliant alternative to a folding propeller because of the minimum of drag while sailing and good thrust under motor.
A unique feathering propeller and the first to incorporate the hi-tec GAWN/KAPLAN profile. The only propeller with a shaped blade which is 7-11% more efficient than the standard flat bladed feathering propeller. This profile has been used primarily for high performance power boat applications, but also for rudder design and in the aircraft industry.
With the patented SoftStop shock absorbing multidisc brake and gears 35-50% larger than any competitor the Variprofile has a substantial extended service life. The SoftStop brake dramatically reduces shock loads on the drive train and gear box permitting transmission shifting (if needed) at higher rpm speeds without damage.
Forward and Reverse pitches can be changed independently in just seconds, even underwater. With a wide range of pitch adjustment available the blade/gear assemblies can be easily matched to any hub.
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Variprofile 2-Blade
Propeller and Shaft Clearance Dimensions
A. Forward edge of propeller hub (start of taper) to aft edge of cutlass bearing
B. Shaft Diameter
C. Distance from shaft centerline to hull at forward edge of hub
D. Distance from shaft centerline to hull at end of shaft thread
E. Distance from rudder/skeg to end of shaft
F. Distance from rudder to start of taper/forward edge of hub
Please read these instructions carefully before installing your new Variprofile propeller
Parts List:
1. Nut (SW 24)
2. Loctite low (white cap)
3. Loctite medium (blue cap)
4. Grease-Nipple M5
5. Set-Screw M8 x 20
6. 6 x Set-Screw M8 x 25
7. Hook Wrench 45/50
8. Allen-key short:
1x3mm
1x4mm
1x5mm
1x6mm
9. Spacer Disc 38/30/0,5
10. 2 x Spacer Disc 38/30/0,25
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Download the VP64 Saildrive Installation Instructions as a PDF
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Download the VP76 Saildrive Installation Instructions as a PDF
Please read these instructions carefully before installing your new Variprofile propeller
Parts List:
1. Nut (SW 24)
2. Loctite low (white cap)
3. Loctite medium (blue cap)
4. Grease-Nipple M5
5. Counter-Screw M8x120
6. Socket-Screw M8 x 25 (special-head Ø 11,5 mm – material: A4)
7. 6 x Washer Ø 8mm
8. Set-Screw M8 x 12
9. 3 x Set-Screw M6 x 10
10. Allen-key short:
1x3mm
1x4mm
1x5mm
1x6mm
11. Allen-key long:
1x6mm
12. Locking glue / Loctite 243
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Download the VP64 Standard Shaft Installation Instructions as a PDF
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Download the VP76 Standard Shaft Installation Instructions as a PDF
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