What are IPS engines?
Inboard Performance System, or IPS, is an innocuous title for the most important development in propulsion since the invention of the outdrive, and something that may render the conventional shaftdrive obsolete. IPS is a combined engine and propulsion system, sold as a package in the same way that an outdrive can be.
What does IPS stand for Volvo?
Integrated Propulsion System
Volvo developed the IPS system to make boating easy. First of all, IPS stands for Integrated Propulsion System. It’s both an engine and pod system, and IPS pod drives come in various sizes to accommodate different sized boats.
Is Volvo IPS reliable?
On the down side about everyone I know with Volvo IPS drives have had major problems. The engines seem very reliable but the peripherals are just not good quality. The sea strainers are plastic and positioned after the water pump. The steering failed on me several times usually as I was in a bad position.
How reliable are IPS drives?
While there is always going to be horror stories, IPS drives when regularly maintained are reliable. Many of the issues around pod drives relate to lack of use, lack of servicing and underwater impacts.
What are Zeus drives?
Zeus pods create horizontal thrust. The full power of the engines is used to drive the boat forward, unlike standard inboard shafts that push the boat upward. The hydrodynamic shape of the Zeus pod creates much less drag than a shaft, strut, and rudder.
What does IPS stand for?
In-Plane Switching panel
I. P. S. (In-Plane Switching panel) An active matrix LCD screen technology developed by Hitachi in the mid-1990s that provides more uniform color reproduction and greater viewing angles than traditional twisted nematic (TN) LCDs. Maturing for more than a decade, IPS was deployed in iPads and various Android tablets.
Are IPS drives reliable?
Who makes Zeus drives?
Cummins
As leaders in marine propulsion innovation, Cummins is proud to introduce Zeus®, the world’s most advanced marine propulsion system. The result of 15 years of research and testing, Zeus pod propulsion delivers a whole new level of performance, fuel efficiency, protection and vessel control.
Is IPS better than LED?
An IPS monitor provides better visual quality than an LED monitor, leading to more power consumption to maintain excellent on-screen performance. Although LED monitors provide brighter screens, their power consumption is much less than IPS panel technology.
Where can I get a Volvo Penta IPS?
With Volvo Penta IPS you have one contact for everything: engines, drives, propellers, instruments, accessories, service or warranties. The components of the entire propulsion system can be obtained directly from your local Volvo Penta dealer, which equates to easy service.
What kind of propulsion system does Volvo Penta have?
Volvo Penta IPS is a complete and integrated propulsion system – from the helm station, via the engine, all the way to the propellers. This greatly increases quality and reliability.
What does DP stand for in Volvo Penta?
DP = Two propeller stern drive. Propellers (that turn in opposite directions) feed each other water to make for a more efficient drive. In 2013 Volvo Penta changed many letter designations. Here are the new ones: If you repower with an “E” engine, you will need electronic controls.
Is there a weight limit on a Volvo Penta?
In 2013 Volvo Penta changed many letter designations. Here are the new ones: If you repower with an “E” engine, you will need electronic controls. Most items on this page will be shipped by freight. UPS and Federal Express small package services have a strict maximum weight limitation of 150 lbs.