Differences between marine electrical straight line wiper and marine pneumatic straight line wiper
Marine straight line wipers can be classified into two types according to the drive mode, electrical type and pneumatic type.
Overview
Electrical straight line wipers are tools used to clear rain and snow from glass windows in ship cabins and control rooms. They are powered by variable-speed motors and adopt aluminum alloy materials for guide rails. The power is transmitted through a deceleration and transmission mechanism, driving the rubber wiper blades at the lower end of stainless steel wiper arms to move back and forth in parallel on the glass, ensuring clear visibility for crew members during rain, waves splashing, or snowfall. Electrical straight line wipers are suitable for all types of vessels and are easy to install and maintain.
Pneumatic straight line wipers use compressed air as the power source for the wiper blades. The pneumatic motor can operate in harsh environments such as vibration, high temperatures, electromagnetic fields, radiation, humidity, and dust without generating static electricity or sparks, making it highly explosion-proof. Additionally, the pneumatic motor can run continuously at full load for extended periods without significant temperature increases. In case of overload, the motor will automatically reduce speed or stop, and once the overload protection is released, the pneumatic motor can resume operation. Pneumatic straight line wipers are suitable for specialized vessels like drilling platforms, chemical tankers, and oil tankers.