For Western Tow Boat of Seattle Washington, their business and many Alaskan communities depend on the reliable engine starting of their tow boat fleet.
T50-P on Wärtsilä W20 Enigne
T50-P Pre-Engaged Turbine Air Starters are versatile solution for mid size engines for a wide variety of challenging applications like mine haul truck environments, work boats where pipescale and damp salty air have effected starters, or remote oil and gas fields where downtime can costs hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Specifications
80 Liter (4882 CID) Engines
49 hp (37 kW)
100 psi (6.9 BAR)
34 lbs (15.4 kg)
The Lightest, Most Compact Starters for Diesel Engines up to 4882 CID (80 Liters)
T50-P Turbine Air Starter delivers 40 hp of cranking power for starting medium size gas and diesel engines. These lightweight starters are 5.76 in. (146 mm) in diameter; its size-to-power ratio sets the industry standard. Refinements to the TurboTwin™ design have reduced noise levels below standards previously thought to be unattainable in air starters. It's easily the quietest starter in its class. Additional design refinements have further reduced the number of contact parts, which will yield even longer life and provide maintenance free operation.
40 hp At Only 45 lbs -- It’s A Powerhouse!
T50-P is truly a breakthrough design, delivering unparalleled power for engines up to 80 liters.
Get More CrankFrom Your TankThe TURBOTWINTM T50 offers the most power an torque per unit of air. On mining trucks or on agency certified marine applications, even on a limited fixed air volume, TURBOTWINTM gets your engine started fast, or repeatedly... often with air to spare.
Install It and Forget It
The industry’s longest-lasting starter uses better-quality parts and a superior motor design which is tolerant of abuse or poor maintenance, and still delivers the reliability you need. It’s that simple.
T50-P on Caterpillar C175 Engine