Trim tabs and flaps are essential devices for optimizing a vessel's stability and navigation, improving performance, fuel efficiency, and onboard comfort.
Function of Flaps and Trim Tabs
Nautical trim tabs are adjustable fins installed on the stern of the vessel, which allow for adjustments to the trim while underway . They work by modifying the angle of inclination of the hull in the water, thus influencing:
✔ Better stability in rough sea conditions
✔ Reduction of fuel consumption by reducing hydrodynamic resistance
✔ Improved speed and overall performance
✔ Greater safety and comfort for passengers and crew
Types of Osculati Flaps
Osculati offers various solutions for trim control:
🔹 Mechanical flaps : manual or fixed-adjustment systems, ideal for small boats.
🔹 Hydraulic flaps : adjustable via a system of hydraulic pumps and pistons, they allow for more precise control of the trim.
🔹 Electric flaps : They work with electric actuators, offering quick and silent adjustments.
🔹 Automatic control systems : adjust the boat's trim based on weight, speed, and sea conditions.
Osculati Trim Tabs and Stabilizers
In addition to trim tabs, Osculati offers advanced trim correction systems , such as:
✅ Automatic Trim Tabs : adjust the boat's inclination without manual intervention.
✅ Gyroscopic stabilizers : reduce lateral roll, improving stability even in rough sea conditions.
How to Choose the Right Flap?
🔹 Boat size : Larger boats require wider and more powerful trim tabs.
🔹 Type of navigation : Those who frequently sail in rough seas should opt for an electrically or hydraulically adjustable system.
🔹 Power available on board : If the boat has a good electrical system, electric trim tabs are an efficient choice.
