Federal Propellers

The Federal CX series is the best possible choice for propeller performance. Michigan Wheel naval architects can design a custom propeller for your specific application. Using vessel data and performance targets provided by the customer, a propeller with the optimum combination of diameter, pitch, blade count, blade area, camber, and chord distribution is designed to maximize the performance of each vessel that is evaluated. Maximum performance is not just better top speed; it is a better cruise speed, better acceleration, improved fuel economy, and smoother, quieter operation.

Michigan Wheel sales and engineering personnel work closely with designers, shipyards, yacht builders, propeller shops, and owners to qualify optimal propellers for any given application. Michigan Wheel engineers use the latest in propeller design technology to design each propeller, including custom propeller geometry design code and sophisticated hydrodynamic analysis software. This allows the designer to maximize propeller efficiency while minimizing the performance robbing effects of cavitation. This is particularly important as engine horsepower and boat speeds continue to increase.

All CX series propellers are completely CNC machined to exacting specifications. The use of the latest CNC machining and inspection technology ensures that every CX propeller is manufactured as designed. This process results in consistent and repeatable propeller manufacture, so replacement sets or spares will match the originals.

Every new CX series propeller is given a 5-digit serial number which gives customer service and repair agents a detailed history for a particular propeller. Field service requires sophisticated computerized propeller measurement equipment like the Hale MRI. Such equipment helps ensure the integrity of the original design during repairs.

CX series propellers are available in 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8-blade configurations. Blade area ratios are determined by the specific application.

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The Marlin series is the result of a major R & D program undertaken with Maritime Research Associates LLC (MRA), MTU Detroit Diesel, and the Maritime Research Institute of the Netherlands (MARIN). The series is specifically designed for sportfish and sportcruiser models that are capable of speeds above 40 knots.

This series is primarily for new construction, involving Michigan Wheel at design. 4 blade Marlins will range from 0.83 to 0.90 E.A.R., and 5 blade Marlins will range from 0.90 to 1.05 E.A.R.

The Marlin series design features variable pitch, camber, skew, and a degree of rake. All Marlin propellers are fully CNC machine finished to high tolerance. The purpose of the series, beyond optimizing performance, is to manage cavitation.

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The "Y" Series is a semi-custom series that offers many features and benefits of full-custom propellers with the economics of series manufacture. Years of propeller design experience have allowed Michigan Wheel naval architects to optimize the "Y" Series design to maximize the performance of almost all planing hulls. The chosen combination of blade area and skew in this series, along with variable pitch and camber, make for a close efficiency match throughout entire engine power curves. Each EPY, EQY, and CY5 propeller is manufactured to exacting specifications and inspected using the latest digital technology.  

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The Federal HX series offers high tolerance hand finished propeller manufacture in a variety of design configurations. This series is primarily constant pitch, with expanded area ratios. High horsepower pleasure and commercial applications require specific propellers to achieve maximum thrust, speed, and smoothness. The proven pitch geometry yields exceptional performance without the additional cost associated with custom, CNC machined propellers. The HX series is often the solution, as the next step from traditional series toward custom fit.

HX are available in 3, 4, and 5-blade configurations. Blade area ratios are determined by the specific application.

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"EPX" and "EQX" are an evolution of the tried and true Equi-Poise and Equi-Quad series propellers. The designs have been modified to be better suited for highly loaded, limited tip clearance applications. Machine finishing is utilized to facilitate accurate and repeatable product. The Federal "X" Series is the finest standard series of recreational propellers in the market.

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The Federal Equi-Poise three blade and Equi-Quad four blade propeller series are for applications that benefit from traditional propeller geometry held to a close tolerance. The proven performance of these designs is enhanced through strict manufacturing controls. Those controls result in closely matched sets that are a step above standard line series propellers. By utilizing a traditional design, Federal can supply a vast range of sizes, at good value, with a minimal lead time

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