Intelligent drives and power converters can transform the efficiency, security, and development speed of your vessel systems. Experience the advantages of cutting-edge solutions tailored for optimal maritime operations.
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Discover the future of maritime technology with iC7 drives and compact power converters, designed for marine electric propulsion systems, thrusters, onboard machinery, winches, and onshore power supply for berthed vessels. Our solutions offer:
High power density: Compact liquid-cooled marine modules occupy 40% less space than standard drives
Robust cybersecurity: Hardware-based security reduces the risk of unauthorized access
Advanced models for simulation: Use Danfoss models in your simulation tools for flexible cost-effective product development, to gain competitive edge.
Meet power management challenges at sea and onshore, with compact liquid-cooled modules that use 40% less space than standard drives. Transform your maritime operations with iC7-Marine liquid-cooled VFDs and iC7-Hybrid converters.
Solution: Highly compact high-power liquid-cooled modules occupy 40% less space than standard drive modules. In Swedish ports, PSW required compact and highly flexible power conversion for onshore power supplies serving berthed cruise ships. Balancing the peak power demand, various voltage levels, and frequencies on several ships at the same time is a significant challenge.
The result? With its high power density and outstanding ability to react to power system dynamics, iC7-Hybrid provided an ideal basis for a compact build.
Solution: Using market-leading hardware-based protection, you can prevent unauthorized access, when connecting to external systems. iC7-Marine with integrated crypto chip ensures end-to-end encrypted data transfer.Onboard the Aurora Botnia hybrid RoPax ferry, iC7-Marine and iC7-Hybrid liquid-cooled modules fit seamlessly into the hybrid propulsion system to securely regulate 35 MW of power onboard.
The result? The secure propulsion system is also highly compliant, already meeting the IMO 2030 GHG emission reduction target.
Solution: Simulate your drive or power converter environment to benefit from fast response time and flexibility in product development. Set sail faster, cut project costs, and gain competitive advantage.Using digital simulation tools, you can thoroughly test every aspect of an idea (“what-if" scenarios) with no need for physical prototypes, test benches, or travel expenses.
The result? Find innovative solutions with highly efficient use of engineering hours.Cloud-based solutions make simulation easily accessible with no IT infrastructure required.
Achieve flexible, energy-efficient marine systems with highly cybersecure iC7-Marine drives. Integration of these liquid-cooled modules is fast, offering high power density in a compact package. These modules integrate fast and seamlessly into systems on board or onshore, optimized for any typical motor technology or communication system.
Help clients to comply with the International Maritime Organization’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target, as well as the European Union’s upcoming Fit for 55 package, for sustainable transportation. iC7-Marine drives and iC7-Hybrid compact power converters provide the best energy efficiency and lowest emissions possible.
Unlock the full potential of your vessel with Danfoss solutions. Optimize propulsion and thruster efficiency and improve performance of onboard machinery like winches and cranes, for reliable operations. With superior hardware-based cybersecurity, you can reduce the risk of unauthorized access when connecting to external systems.
The maritime industry is navigating immense pressure to boost efficiency and meet stringent emissions targets like IMO 2030. The Danfoss iC7-Marine and iC7-Hybrid are the most effective tools for this new era.
iC7-Marine modules are designed to optimize energy efficiency in marine applications by integrating compact, liquid-cooled VFDs that occupy 40% less space, ensuring high power density and reduced energy consumption.
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Liquid-cooled VFDs in marine electric propulsion systems provide superior cooling and efficiency, enhancing performance while reducing wear and tear on motors, contributing to maximized operational uptime.
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iC7-Marine modules incorporate a cybersecure cryptochip that minimizes the risk of unauthorized access, ensuring safer connectivity with external systems.
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Yes, iC7-Marine modules are ideal for propulsion and thrusters, providing efficient power conversion from batteries and ensuring reliable performance in marine applications.
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Hybrid converters in marine modules offer enhanced flexibility and energy savings, allowing seamless integration with various generator types for efficient power conversion.
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Compact power converters like the iC7-Hybrid occupy less space and provide high power density. This means you can pack in more power to the space available, resulting in efficient use of electrical rooms on shore and below deck.
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iC7-Hybrid power modules in vessel charging systems enable efficient energy conversion for charging battery energy storage systems (BESS) onboard vessels, supporting sustainable marine operations, and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
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Simulation allows for the testing and optimization of power conversion for marine electric propulsion systems, speeding up product development, reducing costs, and providing system integrators and shipbuilders with a competitive edge in the market.
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Under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), Danfoss will exclusively market cybersecure drives by the end of 2027, with reporting obligations for potential vulnerabilities already fulfilled starting in 2026. Danfoss is certified according to IEC 62443-4-1. You can already integrate Danfoss drives into your plants and machinery to meet security level SL1 with the help of corresponding guidelines.
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