First example of new waterjet control system now in service

The jet installation is unusual in that a pair of waterjets is controlled via a single steering and reversing column. The hydraulic system is arranged inboard above the jet and is therefore well protected and watertight and easily accessible for service. Furthermore, the new steering and reversing buckets result in good reversing performance. According to MJP, the 650 CSUI has been well received with excellent feedback and interest from the market.

MJP has decided to develop a single drive version building on the same successful principle. The geometrical shape of the steering and reversing buckets is identical to the first double CSUI. Steering and reversing is controlled by means of a shaft similar to a traditional rudder stock, while the hydraulic system is located inside the hull as with traditional steering machinery. There are no external hydraulic hoses, nor are there any through-transom pistons, hydraulic actuators or seals that are exposed to growth or wear. Barnacles, for instance, cannot jeopardise the water tightness of the hull. The steering and reversing column can be customised and extended in order to fit specific hull designs.

All traditional MJP CSU jets are now available in the new single CSUI version as well.