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Duik in de wereld van krachtige prestaties op het water met onze uitgebreide selectie inboard- en outboardmotoren. Ontdek aan de hand van de informatie welke motor het best bij u past. Naast de keuze uit de Vetus E-Line, Green Marine Motors, WaterWorld en E-Propulsion, bouwen wij ook andere merken naar wens in.
Vetus electric engines offer the renowned quality of Vetus products at an accessible price. Vetus engines are all air-cooled and equipped with a liquid -cooled controller. The combination of these two systems offers the best of both worlds: preventing the controller from overheating while keeping the system's price low. Vetus engines are the most economical in their class and also very quiet.
De motoren van Vetus zijn uitgerust met de speciale gashendel van Vetus die een eco-modus én een hoog vermogen-modus biedt. Bij hoog vermogen kan de motor tot wel 1600 toeren draaien. Verder komt de set met een contactslot en een bijbehorend controlepaneel, allemaal handig te verbinden met de Vetus V-Can kabels en connectoren.
When installing a water-cooled engine, it is highly recommended to use a closed cooling system with coolant to prevent the engine from getting contaminated or calcified by external water. Another advantage is that the boat no longer needs to be prepared for sub-zero or frost-resistant temperatures. Many sloops are equipped with an open cooling system, requiring modification to the boat. To address this, Vetus has its own keel cooling system. Note that installing this requires the boat to be out of the water, on the land.
Optionally, the Vetus E-line set can be expanded with the corresponding Vetus display, providing exceptional insight into the boat's consumption and range. A cheaper option is to use a separate shunt, such as the Victron BMV712 or the Simarine Pico One.
For a small additional cost, the engine can be equipped with Anderson connectors to connect them directly and safely to our battery packs.
Green Marine Motors maakt al jaren een zeer betrouwbare luchtgekoelde motoren. Tussen de 4kW en 22kW zijn er meer dan voldoende modellen voor iedere toepassing. Deze GreenMarine motoren hebben en hoog koppel en zijn vaak met een lager vermogen toch al geschikt voor de grotere boten. Een voordeel is dat de motor en controller waterdicht zijn waardoor er minder vaak vocht gerelateerde problemen optreden. Daarnaast kunnen de motoren direct van richting draaien zonder enige vertraging. Dit betekent dat boten uitgerust met Green Marine motoren vaak hard kunnen remmen en goed manoeuvreren.
Since Green Marine engines are regulated at a lower speed of up to 1000 revolutions per minute (RPM), they are very energy-efficient, making them ideal for the average canal boat. If it is desired to exceed the hull speed, an engine with a higher maximum RPM is more suitable.
For air-cooled engines, providing (cool) air is crucial to ensure adequate cooling. The best method is to use forced ventilation generated by a fan behind a ventilation grille. Amsterdam Electric offers silent fans in various capacities that can be directly connected to a ventilation grille.
Green Marine engines are equipped with throttle, frame, and engine mounts. There is a standard Anderson connector for connecting the battery pack.
Optionally, the Green Marine engine set can be expanded with the corresponding Green Marine display, providing insight into the boat's consumption and speed. A cheaper option is to use a separate shunt, such as the Victron BMV712 or the Simarine Pico One.
WaterWorld has been producing electric engines for a long time, resulting in a well-developed product. WaterWorld engines are air-cooled and very compact for their type. This makes them suitable for smaller boats with limited space. The torque of WaterWorld engines is slightly less than that of competitors, reducing the need for forced cooling. For example, the maximum speed of 1300 RPM is more suitable for smaller and narrower boats and less suitable for large sloops.
The WaterWorld set includes the corresponding screen that provides information about the engine temperature, controller temperature, battery status, and range based on speed. This saves substantial money, since there is less wiring and no external shunt is needed.
For air-cooled engines, providing (cool) air is crucial to ensure adequate cooling. The best method is to use forced ventilation generated by a fan behind a ventilation grille. Amsterdam Electric offers silent fans in various capacities that can be directly connected to a ventilation grille.
E-Propulsion In addition to inboard engines, Amsterdam Electric offers a line of outboard electric engines, namely those from E-Propulsion. This is because E-Propulsion offers the best price-to-quality ratio. Moreover, complete packages are offered, eliminating the need for installation.
E-Propulsion engines are relatively quiet and fuel-efficient for their class. Due to the familiar outboard engine brackets and connections, these packages are exceptionally easy to connect. This is further facilitated by E-Propulsion's corresponding battery line; the whole system is plug-and-play.
E-Propulsion manufactures both classic outboard engines and pod engines. The pod engines are also very suitable for powering lighter sloops. However, it should be noted that the small propeller that comes with the E-Propulsion engines, makes these engines unsuitable for heavier boats. Especially those that occasionally carry a lot of people or weight on board.
E-Propulsion engines are cooled by the water surrounding the engine and, therefore, do not require additional cooling. However, the seals must be replaced every three years, making the engine not maintenance-free.
We not only sell complete propulsion systems. In many cases, we also sell individual battery packs or separate engines, including connection materials. Amsterdam Electric does not sell separate connection materials.
When an electric drivetrain is professionally connected and installed, it is at least as safe as a conventional (combustion) drive. Therefore, Amsterdam Electric offers ready-to-use packages that are connected by professionals. These systems are plug-and-play to ensure the customer does not have to connect electrical components. If you still desire to do the installation independently, we recommend taking a course on connecting low-voltage systems and acquiring the right tools.
Finally, Amsterdam Electric advises having a fire extinguisher on board and securing the system according to regulations.
Charging Stations
You can charge your boat at the charging stations provided by the Municipality of Amsterdam for electric boats. Currently, there are ten charging facilities, each with two points. A total of 20 charging points. This number will increase since all pleasure boats in Amsterdam must be electric by 2025 (source: information evening on electric boating Municipality of Amsterdam).
Stroomboot
A pilot project with charging points on houseboats on the water has also been launched. This pilot is carried out by the company Stroomboot in collaboration with the Municipality of Amsterdam. Charging points will be installed at houseboats and any waterfront cafes, where boats can dock to charge. The first Power Boat charging point in Houthavens is ready for use. (source: https://www.amsterdam.nl/verkeer-vervoer/varen-amsterdam/elektrisch-varen/))
Charging at Home
You can also use electricity from your home, if you live near the canals. Finally, Amsterdam Electric also builds interchangeable battery packs that you can take home to charge. Since this is more expensive to build and can vary per application, it is only quoted upon request.
Amsterdam Electric is happy to help you by selling plug-and-play packages to take as much work off your hands as possible. Furthermore, we assist you with multiple instructional videos to get you started.
You can have your package professionally installed by Amsterdam Boat Service through Amsterdam Electric. If you are interested in this, you can request a non-binding quote. In this request, you must include several photos of the boat, engine bay, measurement of the engine frame regarding to the axle, and wiring so that an estimate of labour hours can be given.
All parts sold by Amsterdam Electric fall under the manufacturer's standard warranty period. Since this can vary by manufacturer and product, your package comes with a warranty overview.
Essential features such as power, energy consumption, engine noise, and ease of installation can vary significantly for each electric engine. That's why you can find the unique features, advantages, and disadvantages of the product on the product pages on the Amsterdam Electric website. In some cases, you will be redirected to our suppliers' website. It is convenient to determine in advance what you're looking for, how big or small your budget is, whether you will install the package yourself, and how far your technical knowledge and skills extend.
When choosing the battery pack, it is essential first to determine how long you drive regularly. The duration of your trip determines the size (capacity) of the battery pack; the type of battery you choose is also relevant. Since not all batteries can be discharged entirely (DoD), this plays a role in the usable capacity of your pack. Amsterdam Electric advises lithium batteries since they last the longest, are the most compact, and are completely maintenance-free. However, lithium batteries do not fit every budget; we also offer lead-acid/traction batteries, AGM batteries, Gel batteries and lead-carbon batteries. You can find a clear description of the advantages and disadvantages of each type of battery you choose.
You need a shunt and display to read your energy consumption and range. Some engines are delivered with a shunt; for others, you can purchase it from the supplier or a third party. With the products offered by Amsterdam Electric, you can easily find the system that suits you.
For your onboard equipment, such as navigation lighting and the bilge pump, you need a 12-volt or 24-volt inverter. This way, you supply your current power grid with electricity via the battery pack of the new electric propulsion system. At Amsterdam Electric, we only offer the Victron Orion inverters in different voltages and amperages.
With the proper knowledge, installing the drivetrain yourself is not very difficult. However, getting the fine, but critical details is often challenging. This includes correctly aligning the engine, setting up the battery display, and commissioning the drive. Many tasks require special tools and experience to know how to use them. In many cases, purchasing at least a plug-and-play system or having the package installed by Amsterdam Electric is more economically attractive.
