Prop Scan Overview
Prop Scan is
used to optimize marine propellers, reduce fuel consumption, increase
top speed and cruising speed, eliminate propeller vibration and match
engine loading requirements.
The computerized Prop Scan was specifically designed to inspect
the accuracy and precise hydrodynamic form of Australian,
Canadian and US Navy propellers.
The accuracy and form or shape of a propeller blade section as it
slices through the water determines the ultimate thrust and
performance of any vessel.
Using Prop Scan technology a Prop Scan Technician will measure your
propeller free of charge, check the accuracy against the ISO 484
International Standards and determine the section form of your
propeller.
To
optimize your propeller your Prop Scan Technician can then correct
any accuracy problems, apply the correct section form and also tune
the pitch of your propellers.
An accurate ‘Prop Scan’ propeller with the correct section form and pitch will always out-perform a standard propeller. You will get fuel savings, increased boat speed, reduced vibration, correct engine RPM and correct engine loading.
For more information on ISO 484 tolerances:
http://www.props.com.au/products/reporting_system/iso.htm