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Humphree Fin stabilizers and Interceptors
Humphree interceptors
While spending precious time at sea we believe you want an enjoyable experience. Humphree systems provide unmatched onboard comfort for the world of leisure yachting. It provides features no other system can match in terms of ACTIVE stabilization, performance and reliability over time. This system lowers roll and slamming by up to 50%. And it feels like even more. Your family boat ride will be a whole new experience.
Humphree interceptors make the difference between enjoyment and seasickness; between low and high fuel consumption and between bad and excellent visibility at the helm..
X-SERIES: The X-Series is avaliable in five standard sizes. Intended mainly for boats 25-60 feet. They deliver the same reliability and superior performance as all larger Humphree interceptors. The X-Series features the same control system, ultra-fast servo actuators and control panel. For superior control of dynamic hull motions they all have an interceptorblade with a powerful 50mm (2”) stroke. The X300 and X450 are also an excellent choice for high performance RIBs. For boats with stern drive a special “13 degree” mounting plate is available for a perfect fit.
H-SERIES: H-Series characterizes a customizable interceptor and are available from 350 – 1500 mm in width. No matter how the hull of your boat has been designed there is always a solution for our interceptors to fit the hull. And also be fit under your water jet, a perfect fit at the shine or make it follow the radius of the propeller tunnels
HA-SERIES: This interceptor line with an asymmetric placed servo unit can be used when it has to fit under a water jet or if preferred area of the transom is limited. Also when the inner structure on the inside of the transom does not allow for a centre placed servo. The HA-interceptor can be custom shaped for a perfect fit and comes in sizes 500 – 1100mm.
HE-SERIES: The HE-Series interceptors are designed for heavy duty use. With their powerful 75mm stroke length they will add 50% more lift force than the standard 50mm interceptors. The HE-interceptor comes in sizes 750 – 1500mm and can be custom shaped for a perfect fit.
HLS-SERIES: The HL-Series are designed and built for the large and heavy planing vessels. With a mechanical high performing structure the HLS-interceptors blade has a powerful 110mm stroke length. The HLS interceptor is available from 800mm to 1500mm width.
Humphree Fin stabilizers
Humphree All Speed Fin Stabilizers brings game changing stabilization at anchor and during cruising. The system is fully electric with a minimum energy consumption. No need for a running genset. It´s light weight & compact size is highly appreciated among yacht owners around the world. The Fin Stabilizers are optimised for low water resistance, high efficiency and manufactured in advanced materials with unique characteristics. With the ability to rotate 360° at anchor – anchor walking is no longer a problem.
The unique innovative custom-ready fin design will perfectly fit most hulls. Humphree stabilizing fins brings state of the art technology with fast acting brushless electric servo units. Powered by 24 V DC it gives you possibility to have full comfort without the need of genset running. The new Humphree fin design has its upper edge made solid, another unique Humphree innovation.
The common need to cut the fin to avoid touching the hull is now very easy as no lamination is required. Simply cut the thin solid part of the fin to required shape and it is ready to be installed. It is further possible to reach a better tolerance of the modification compared to the traditional cutting/fiberglass work.
Custom-ready design – upper edge made solid, no lamination is required when the fin needs to be cut and rebuilt in order to be fitted without touching the hull when it rotates. Saves time and costly fiberglass work.
24V DC – clean operation without hydraulics, and no genset required!
360° rotation – combats anchor walk
The 360° rotation allows Humphree to rotate the fins 180° and gently pull the anchor when anchored at the bow. This minimise the so called anchor walk and will keep the bow against the wind to a noticeable extent reducing waves coming from the side.
Flange mount
The unique fin flange mount design minimises the damages in case of grounding and makes installation of fins very easy and fast
All Speed Stabilization
Full stabilization at anchor and at full speed!
Integrated Interceptors for total motion control (Pitch & Roll)
The combination of Interceptors and fins makes the difference, total motion control.
Compact Size & low weight
Sturdy and compact with unbeatably low weight. A depth of only 310mm from outside hull. Humphree All Speed Fins can easily be retrofit installed where other options are too big.
Humphree Fin Stabilisation - Zero Speed
Humphree Stabilisation Fin - The difference between seasickness and pleasure
Combining the Humphree fin system with our interceptors and you have a full stabilization system for roll, pitch and yaw motions, for best control and lowest fuel burn.
Functions
Automatic Trim Control
Automatic trim control delivers perfect running trim at all times. Having the optimum running trim of your vessel means best performance, faster acceleration and fuel savings. If your vessel runs with high trim it is likely that you are using too much fuel and not getting the speed that you could do. With Humphree Automatic Trim Control you will always have the optimum trim on your boat, with out the need of adjusting the trim system manually. Automatic Trim Control is included with all systems.
Automatic List Control
Uneven loading, cross winds and varying conditions will normally cause the boat to list. When running in a straight course, Automatic List Control will correct the boat list to a preset target list angle, usually zero degrees. This can be changed by the operator to intentionally list the boat. When the boat enters a turn the system will allow the boat to heel naturally during the turn and once the boat has left the turn the system will continue to correct the boat to the preset target list angle.
Turn Control
For numerous applications the heel angle when turning can be significantly improved to obtain higher speed and increased comfort. The Coordinated Turn Control automatically adjusts the heeling angle of the boat during turns to reduce the side forces for people on board. The system continuously monitors the rudder position during the turn and the Interceptor blade movement is thus automatically coordinated with the rudder movement. With a controlled heel angle, higher turning speeds and better comfort can be achieved.
Turning ability
The boat’s turning ability can also be significantly improved as a result of the steering force created by the Interceptor which increases the yaw motion of the boat. Coordinated Turn Control can be combined with Automatic Trim and Automatic List Control, or with Active Ride Control for maximum comfort on board.
Automatic roll and pitch stabilisation
While operating in open seas boats are constantly exposed to waves that will cause roll and pitch motions resulting in reduced comfort on board. With Humphree Active Ride Control system the Interceptors are instantly actuated to provide lift which counteracts these motions and at the same time optimises the running trim and list angle – all in one system. The system includes a Ride Control Unit (RCU) which consists of an advanced digital controller with unique adaptive control algorithms and an advanced sensor package which uses a combination of GPS, gyro and accelerometers to measure 3D rate of turn and ship accelerations.
Eliminate seasickness and fatigue
The combination of responsive electric actuated Interceptors and sophisticated Humphree Active Ride Control provides an efficient ride control system for boats of any sizes, operating from semi-displacing to planing speeds. In the Humphree control panel the system is easily activated or deactivated with a single button press. Since the Humphree Active Ride Control system will retract the Interceptors automatically when not needed, there is no added hull resistance when the system is deactivated. This is unique among marine stabilisation systems.
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