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There’s no way around it anymore: electric motors are everywhere. Popularity is growing, especially in cars, but electric outboard motors are also on the rise. Is an electric outboard motor something for you, or is it better to stick to a petrol engine? We have listed the facts for you.
What an electric outboard motor is is already in the name: this type of outboard motor runs on electricity. The power is supplied by a battery. This is completely different compared to an engine that runs on gasoline.
An electric outboard motor is often seen as a whisper motor. Yet there is a difference between these engines. As the name whisper motor suggests, this type of motor is extremely quiet. A whisper motor has a power of 12 volts. An electric outboard motor has more power, namely 24 volts or higher. Due to the higher power of the motor, an electric motor makes slightly more noise.
Are you a fisherman? Then a whisper motor is ideal. This allows you to sail almost silently. You can also combine an electric motor and a whisper motor. Sail with the electric motor on your boat to the relevant fishing location on the water and sail the last part on the whisper motor. This way the fish won’t notice your presence.
A whisper motor is also suitable for inflatable boats, kayaks, canoes (up to approximately 25 kg) and rubber boats (up to approximately 50 kg).
Are you thinking about buying an electric outboard motor? Perhaps the reasons below will convince you to purchase an electric outboard motor.
There are also reasons not to buy an electric outboard motor and to opt for a petrol engine.
You may still be unsure between an electric outboard motor and a petrol engine. Did you know that WorldOfOutboards.com has combinations? So I have a petrol engine, but with an electric touch.
For example, we have more than a hundred outboard motors with electric start. The great thing about an electric start is that you can start your outboard motor with just one push of a button. This is much easier than with a starter cord. For an outboard motor with an electric start you must have a battery.
Do you not want an electric motor for your boat, but do you want an environmentally friendly alternative? All our outboard motors are environmentally friendly! Our latest engines in particular comply with the very latest environmental and emission regulations. For example, they are equipped with 4-stroke lubrication. An environmentally friendly advantage of a 4-stroke engine is that it does not require oil, so you can fill up with pure gasoline. A 4-stroke engine is also more economical and reliable than a 2-stroke engine.
Another luxury feature to get the real electric feeling is to get a 4-stroke outboard motor with remote control. You can control the outboard motor remotely in the boat using a remote control, for example using a steering wheel or rudder.
Are you looking for accessories that make your boat easier to sail, save fuel and promote comfort? An electric trim or a rudder safe are examples of accessories that can help you with this. Contact us, we can help you figure out how to get the best out of your boat and engine.
You decide for yourself what the best electric outboard motor is. Think of a favorite brand. But thrust, appearance, weight and power consumption can also factor into your choice.
How long you can sail varies per electric outboard motor. If you have a 12 volt engine, you can sail for about 4 hours at half throttle. There are also electric motors that last 6 hours. So look carefully at the voltage.
To calculate the horsepower of an electric outboard motor, look at the thrust (Lbs) or kilowatts. 1 kW is equivalent to 1.36 hp. A boat with a 10 kW engine therefore has a power of 13.6 hp. A 150 Lbs engine is comparable to a 4 hp gasoline engine.
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