Earthrace features a 10 micron Racor 751000MAX10 fuel filter and a secondary 2 micron fuel filter on each of its two engines. The robust, die cast aluminium fuel filters are part of Racor’s turbine series, eliminating both particulate and water contamination from the biodiesel, as well as algae and rust, which are filtered from the fuel by the filters’ waterproof Aquabloc® II elements. With a maximum flow rate of 1363 lph, the Racor filters will ensure the performance of the vessel is optimised every step of the way between its twelve refuelling stops at various ports around the globe.
With efficient logistics vital to the success of the project, Parker’s global support and supply network were key factors in the company being chosen as the filtration partner for Earthrace. On arrival at each of its ports, the vessel will need to be refuelled, refilled with water and provisions, and have its engines serviced; all in less than two hours. With such tight timeframes, Parker’s worldwide presence will be extremely beneficial to the project.
Skipper and founder of the Earthrace, Pete Bethune said: “Earthrace isn’t just about one boat and one team. The project wouldn’t work without the support of companies like Parker Hannifin. For us to succeed, every component has to work efficiently and do the job for us. It’s great to know that we can rely on Racor fuel filters making sure that we can keep on powering across the oceans and seas towards the world record.”